eCommerce Website Cost in Australia
“How much does a website cost to me?” has always been a trending question on the internet, for which there are different answers. In this article we have tried to clarify the cost of an eCommerce website in the Australia market in general. By reading this article, you will be able to estimate the cost of your website more accurately.
The number of eCommerce websites in the online market is growing fast, offering various types of services and products. People are now more eager to buy products online, especially after the pandemic, a vast number of companies are considering to launch their online shop beside their actual store. In such a market, you must be fully updated to launch a successful eCommerce website.
We will discuss the cost of an eCommerce website, based on different features and modules, later in this article. You can also read the “eCommerce Website Features” article to find out available features for an online shop.
In the “Pricing” section, we have discussed the cost of a website in general. We recommend checking it first, in order to obtain general information about a website’s price in Australia. Here in this article, we will dig down into detailed analysis to provide you with a precise response to the main question; “How much does an eCommerce cost in Australia?”
In order to proceed, we will divide the modules of an eCommerce website into two categories:
General Modules and Features: This refers to some modules and features in eCommerce websites that are mandatory to have. In other words, even a basic eCommerce must offer these modules and features.
Optional Modules and Features: This refers to more features and modules which are optional in an eCommerce website depending on the business type. The more features you add to your website, the more professional and expensive website you will have.
General Modules & Features for an eCommerce Website:
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- Homepage with a standard slider: this is needed for all types of websites.
- About us & Contact us pages: must be included in an eCommerce website for people to trust.
- Responsive Design: Despite some companies offering responsive design as an option, we believe that in such a competitive market, it should not be considered as an option, but a must.
- Menu and Sub-Menu: To have full access to your website Menu and Sub-Menu is also a must when you have an ecommerce, as you need to manage and control your products categories.
- Registration for Users: eCommerce websites must have the user registration feature, in order to manage their purchases.
- Products’ Categories and Catalogues: All eCommerce websites which sell products and services, should categorise their products for customer satisfaction purposes.
- Inventory management system: Whether you have a small online store or a big one, you need to manage your inventory on the same website platform.
- Products’ Tags: It is needed to have the option of tagging the products based on different filters such as colour, size, etc.
- Search option: Users visiting your eCommerce website should have a search option to conveniently look for their required product or service.
- Email Set-up: Once a purchase is made, a confirmation email should be sent to the customer for his information as well as the delivery team to follow up until the delivery is made.
Check-out system: The process from creating a basket of products all the way through the payment gateway, would be in this section. It doesn’t make sense to have an online shop without a check-out system.
What is the cost of a BASIC eCommerce Website?
A basic eCommerce website including the modules mentioned above, would be starting from AUD 2’000. This cost is for a standard website. If you are offered with a lower price in the Australia market, don’t be surprised as you may face a low-quality service, later hidden charges or even scam sellers.
As we mentioned before, this cost can go up to AUD 15’000, depending on the features you need on your website. We will discuss some optional features along with their cost, so you would have a better estimation of your project’s price.
Cost of Optional Modules and Features for an eCommerce Website
In addition to the general modules that we discussed earlier, you may want some unique features in your online shop, for which there are extra costs associated.
- Special Slider for Homepage: The slider of your homepage is acting like the showcase of your store. The more appealing it is, the more attractive your eCommerce would appear. This is an excellent place to invest on your website, as you will be rewarded in return. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 200 up to AUD 500
- Wishlist: This is a widespread feature that most eCommerce websites offer, by which, you provide a personal space for customers to add and save what they wish to have later. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 300
- Mega Menu: Mega menu is a large menu for your website with the capability of adding photos (to the menu) and some other features for your categories and products. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 500
- Special Offers and Discounts: You can always have special offers and discount coupons to be redeemed by your customers. If you want to have such a service on your website, you should consider adding this feature as well. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 400
- SMS Platform: You can send SMS to your customers (Or sellers, delivery men) once a purchase is made. SMS API can be added to your website features if needed. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 500 up to AUD 1’000
- Products’ comparison: You can give the option of product comparison to your customers. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 700
- Additional Language: You can have another language added to your website. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 500 up to AUD 2’000
- Wallet and Credit System: Instead of having a usual payment method, you may want to have a digital wallet for your customers. This is a top-rated service which helps having more loyal customers. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 500 up to AUD 1’500
- Instagram Page: You can add a service that will automatically show the last post of your Instagram page on your website. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 400.
Some more services can be added to the list above, depending on the nature of your business. The price should be estimated once the details are provided.
Also, there are always some new ideas that can be tailored for your eCommerce. Websima is more than happy to give you a free consultation, if you need any special and unique feature for your website. You can also read the “Website Design Services” article to understand the whole process of building your website in Websima.
Finally, the price of an eCommerce Website!
Based on what we have discussed so far, we know that a basic eCommerce website price starts from AUD 2,000 and goes up depending on extra features and service you may want to add to your website. You can use the below table to sum the prices up, in order to estimate the final cost of your desired eCommerce website:
| 1 | Basic eCommerce Website | AUD 2’000 |
| 2 | Special Slider for Homepage | AUD 200 to 500 |
| 3 | Wishlist | AUD 300 |
| 4 | Mega Menu | AUD 500 |
| 5 | Special Offer and Discounts | AUD 400 |
| 6 | SMS Platform | AUD 500 to 1’000 |
| 7 | Products’ comparisons | AUD 700 |
| 8 | Wallet and Credit System | AUD 500 to 1’500 |
| 9 | Instagram Page Auto Insert | AUD 400 |
| 10 | Additional Language | AUD 500 to 2’000 |
| 11 | Special Additional Feature | Unknown |
You can easily use this table to estimate the cost of your eCommerce website.
This is a very competitive market with a wide range of pricing structure and offers. However, please be watchful in case of being offered unusual either low or higher prices than normal ranges, as there must be a problem to avoid.
Please do not hesitate to comment and share your experience with us. Let us and other people in need know, how much you have spent on your eCommerce websites before, and whether or not it met your satisfaction.
FAQs
How much is the price of an eCommerce Website?
Based on what we have discussed so far, we know that a basic eCommerce website price starts from AUD 2,000 and goes up depending on extra features and service you may want to add to your website. You can use the below table to sum the prices up, in order to estimate the final cost of your desired eCommerce website:
1 Basic eCommerce Website AUD 2’000
2 Special Slider for Homepage AUD 200 to 500
3 Wishlist AUD 300
4 Mega Menu AUD 500
5 Special Offer and Discounts AUD 400
6 SMS Platform AUD 500 to 1’000
7 Products’ comparisons AUD 700
8 Wallet and Credit System AUD 500 to 1’500
9 Instagram Page Auto Insert AUD 400
10 Additional Language AUD 500 to 2’000
11 Special Additional Feature Unknown
You can easily use this table to estimate the cost of your eCommerce website.
We are aware that you may find a different range of prices in this market, but keep in mind that if you have a quotation on your hand with an unusual lower or higher price, there should be a problem with it!
What is the cost of a BASIC eCommerce Website?
A basic eCommerce website including the modules mentioned above would start from AUD 2,000. This is the cost for a standard website. If you find an option in the Australia market lower than that, don’t be surprised as you may face a low-quality service, later hidden charges or even scam sellers.
As we mentioned before, this cost can go up to AUD 15’000, depending on the features you need on your website. We will discuss some optional features with their cost so that you can have a better estimation of your project’s price.
What is the Cost of Optional Modules and Features for an eCommerce Website?
In addition to the general modules that we discussed, you may want some unique features in your online shop; however, it comes with a cost:
Special Slider for Homepage: The slider of your homepage is acting like the showcase of your store. The more appealing it is, the more attractive your eCommerce would be. This is an excellent place to invest your money as you will get a good return. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 200 up to AUD 500.
Wishlist: This is a widespread feature that most eCommerce websites have. Here you make a place for users to add what they wish to have later. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 300.
Mega Menu: Mega menu is a large menu for your website with the capability of adding photos (to the menu) and some other features for your categories and products. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 500
Special Offer and Discounts: You can always have a special offer or a coupon to redeem by your customers. If you want to have such a service on your website, you should consider this feature. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 400
SMS Platform: You can send SMS to your customers (Or sellers, delivery men) once a purchase is made. SMS API can be added to your website features if you need this service. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 500 up to AUD 1’000
Products’ comparisons: You can give an option to your customers to compare some of your products to each other. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 700
Additional Language: You can have an Arabic version of your website as well. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 500 up to AUD 2’000
Wallet and Credit System: Instead of having a usual payment method, you may want to have a digital wallet for your customers. This service is top-rated if you wish to have loyal customers. Additional Cost Estimation: from AUD 500 up to AUD 1’500
Instagram Page: You can add a service that will automatically show the last post of your Instagram on your website. Additional Cost Estimation: AUD 400.
Some more services can be added to the list above, but depending on the nature of your business, the price should be estimated once the details are precise.
Also, there are always some new ideas that can tailor for your eCommerce. Websima can give you a free consultation if you need any special and unique features for your website. You can also read “Website Design Services” article to understand the whole process of building your website in Websima.
