Platforms
The platform that fits, not the one we sell
Four ways to build, each with honest limits. We recommend after discovery, based on your catalogue, systems, team and budget.
Which one fits?
Start with the one that sounds like you, then read when it doesn't fit.
- 01Medusa.jsNode.jsTypeScriptMedusa.jsOpen-source commerce you own, extended with modules and workflows instead of workarounds.Best when: your pricing, B2B or marketplace rules don't fit a SaaS platformWhen it fits, and when it doesn’t →
- 02Next.jsReact Server ComponentsTypeScriptHeadless Next.jsA storefront that's fast by design, on whichever commerce engine fits your business.Best when: speed and design are competitive advantages for youWhen it fits, and when it doesn’t →
- 03Shopify PlusLiquidHydrogenShopify PlusA managed platform with room for real engineering where it counts.Best when: you want hosting, security and checkout managed for youWhen it fits, and when it doesn’t →
- 04Node.jsTypeScriptPostgreSQLCustom Node.jsFor businesses whose model no platform supports, built to be maintained for years.Best when: your core workflows don't exist in any commerce platformWhen it fits, and when it doesn’t →
Are we the right team?
An honest answer saves us both a call. Three questions, or read the lists.
We're a good fit if
- You've outgrown an off-the-shelf store and need a custom or headless platform
- Your store has to talk to an ERP, PIM, OMS or POS
- You're planning a replatform and can't afford to lose revenue or rankings
- You want to own your code and choose who works on it
A better fit elsewhere if
- You need a standard theme store launched in a few weeks
- You're looking for the lowest hourly rate
- You need a marketing or ads agency
- You want design only, without engineering
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Not sure which fits? Ask an architect
A 60-minute session with a senior architect. We review your current platform, integrations and growth plans, then send a written summary of risks and options.
- For companies with a real platform decision coming up
- NDA signed before we talk details
- The written summary is yours to keep
