Considering Magento to Shopify Migration?
Before you invest £25,000+ in a platform migration, let's identify if it's really the platform causing your frustrations - or if it's your current agency.
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The Critical Question: Platform or Agency?
We've seem many businesses blame Magento for problems that are actually caused by poor agency support, lack of expertise, or inadequate project management.
Is it really the platform?
Poor performance, slow support, and missing features are often agency issues, not Magento limitations
Agency responsiveness
Slow response times and poor communication suggest agency problems rather than platform issues
Technical expertise
Many 'Magento limitations' are actually skills gaps in your current agency's capabilities
Cost escalation
Unexpected costs and budget overruns often indicate poor management, not platform issues. Our fixed-fee support avoids this
Before You Migrate - Get a Second Opinion
Our free consultation will help you identify whether your frustrations stem from platform limitations or agency issues. Many clients find that switching agencies solves their problems without the cost and risk of platform migration.
It's free and surely worth exploring
Allens of Kingsbury: Stayed on Magento, Achieved 300% Growth
How we saved a business from unnecessary Shopify migration and delivered record-breaking results
The Situation
Allens of Kingsbury came to us in June 2023, frustrated with their current support agency and seriously considering abandoning Magento for Shopify. They were experiencing:
They decided to give Magento one last chance with a different partner.
Results After Staying on Magento
What We Did Instead
Rather than an expensive migration, we provided expert Magento support and comprehensive marketing services that addressed the root causes of their frustrations.
Two years later, they're still on Magento and have broken all sales records.
Hidden Costs and Risks of Shopify Migration
Before committing to migration, understand the full scope of costs, limitations, and risks involved
Migration Costs
Complete rebuilds can cost £25,000-£100,000+ depending on complexity
Lost Functionality
Advanced B2B features, complex integrations, and custom workflows may not be possible
Data Migration Risks
Customer data, order history, and SEO rankings at risk during migration
Timeline Delays
Migrations often take 6-12 months with multiple rounds of revisions
Monthly Fees
Shopify Plus starts at £1,800/month, significantly more than Magento hosting
Platform Limitations
Shopify's architecture may restrict future growth and customisation needs
Migration Reality Check
We've seen several merchants start Shopify migrations only to abandon them halfway through due to unexpected complexity, costs, or limitations. For some simple businesses, Shopify is the right choice - but for many, fixing the agency relationship solves the real problem.
Alternatives to Platform Migration
Often, the solution is simpler and more cost-effective than a complete platform change
Expert Magento Support
Fixed-fee essential support from £500/month - often solving the core frustrations
Learn MoreHyva Quick Start Project
We can build a Hyva theme for your current Magento Store at roughly 50% of the cost of a Shopify migration. Giving you a modern, fast, and responsive Magento store
Learn MoreMagento Optimisation
Performance improvements and feature additions to solve current pain points
Learn MoreRescue & Recovery
Professional project takeover and completion if current agency has failed
Learn MoreWhen Shopify Migration IS the Right Choice
We're honest about when platform migration makes sense. Shopify can be the right choice for:
Simple Product Catalogs
Straightforward retail with minimal customisation needs
Fast-Growing Startups
New businesses needing quick market entry
Limited Technical Resources
Teams preferring managed solutions over customisation
As Shopify Partners ourselves, we can provide unbiased advice on the best platform for your specific needs. Our goal is to recommend the solution that will serve your business best, whether that's optimising your current Magento setup or migrating to Shopify.
Migration Questions Answered
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