Adobe Commerce
Enterprise e-commerce platform (formerly Magento Commerce) for building customizable online storefronts with rich features
nopCommerce
Robust ASP.NET Core platform for scalable eCommerce stores
nopCommerce provides a high‑performance ASP.NET Core shopping cart with cross‑platform, Docker, multi‑database support and a vibrant community for any online store.
Overview
Overview
nopCommerce is a mature ASP.NET Core eCommerce solution designed for developers and merchants who need a customizable, high‑performance storefront. Built on .NET 9 with async architecture, it offers built‑in multi‑factor authentication, web‑farm readiness, and a pluggable plugin system. The platform ships with a comprehensive Web API, thousands of marketplace integrations, and detailed documentation to accelerate development.
Deployment & Extensibility
The solution runs on Windows, Linux, or macOS and includes official Docker images for containerized deployments. It supports SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases and integrates seamlessly with Azure and other cloud providers. Its clear architecture follows proven software patterns, making it straightforward to extend core functionality, create custom themes, or develop new plugins while keeping the core code untouched.
Highlights
Cross‑platform .NET 9 core with async architecture
Docker support and compatibility with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL
Extensible plugin system and marketplace with thousands of integrations
Enterprise‑grade security including MFA and web‑farm readiness
Pros
- Over a decade of stable development and a large community
- High performance and scalability on the latest .NET stack
- Flexible deployment options: Docker, Azure, on‑premises
- Rich ecosystem of plugins and third‑party integrations
Considerations
- Deep customization requires .NET/C# expertise
- Primarily a Microsoft‑centric technology stack
- Advanced features like web farms have a learning curve
- Extensive documentation may increase onboarding time
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Fit guide
Great for
- Mid‑size to large retailers needing a customizable, scalable storefront
- Development agencies building client eCommerce solutions on .NET
- Businesses that want Docker‑ready deployment across Windows or Linux
- Companies requiring built‑in MFA and web‑farm support
Not ideal when
- Teams without .NET or C# experience
- Small hobby shops seeking a no‑code, lightweight solution
- Projects that need a pure headless CMS without custom code
- Environments limited to non‑Microsoft technology stacks
How teams use it
Launch a multinational online marketplace
Leverage web‑farm support and multi‑database options to serve high traffic across regions with consistent performance.
Integrate third‑party ERP via Web API
Use the built‑in REST API plugin to synchronize inventory, orders, and customer data in real time.
Deploy a containerized storefront on Azure Kubernetes
Docker support enables rapid scaling and automated updates within Azure AKS.
Create a custom theme and plugin for a niche retailer
Pluggable architecture and extensive documentation let developers extend functionality without altering core code.
Tech snapshot
C#68%
HTML19%
TSQL11%
CSS2%
JavaScript1%
Batchfile1%
Frequently asked questions
What databases does nopCommerce support?
It runs on Microsoft SQL Server 2012+ and also supports PostgreSQL and MySQL.
Can I run nopCommerce on Linux?
Yes, the .NET 9 core is cross‑platform and Docker images are provided for Linux deployments.
Is there built‑in support for multi‑factor authentication?
MFA is included out of the box and can be configured via the admin area.
How does nopCommerce handle high traffic?
The platform is async, supports web farms, and is compatible with Azure scaling services.
Where can I find community help and professional support?
Active community forums, the marketplace, and the core team provide 24‑hour professional support and extensive documentation.
Project at a glance
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