What is the right solution for your B2B e-commerce
B2Bsellers Suite vs. B2B Components
As a B2Bsellers Suite, we compare ourselves with the "B2B Components" developed by Shopware AG. In doing so, we focus on a high degree of objectivity. Our aim is to highlight the key advantages of the B2Bsellers Suite in comparison to Shopware's B2B Components.
Basic principles & architecture
The B2Bsellers Suite was developed as a comprehensive B2B solution based directly on the practical requirements of B2B retailers and manufacturers, with the aim of mapping at least 80 % of the required B2B functions in the standard version and being open to customization and third-party integration thanks to its complete adaptability and expandability with the "best-of-breed approach".
In contrast, the Shopware B2B Components on a framework approach that may require additional customization and development effort to meet the individual requirements of B2B customers.
Range of functions
The B2Bsellers Suite offers a very comprehensive range of functions to provide B2B merchants with a comprehensive range of tools and accelerate the digital transformation of B2B commerce. With useful functions for end customers, buyers, the sales team and store operators, the B2Bsellers Suite clearly surpasses the B2B Components in terms of functionality.
The Shopware B2B Components are currently still under development and, according to the roadmap, offer a comparatively small range of functions. The scope of the individual functions is kept rather simple.
Your valuable feedback and our comprehensive expertise in the field of digital
transformation were directly integrated into product development."
The B2Bsellers Suite brings standard to a complex market.
For a long time, the B2B market was strongly characterized by individual approaches. Projects often took longer than expected and developed into cumbersome large-scale projects. We have developed a solution that makes it possible to build successful B2B stores and portals in the shortest possible time by pursuing a common approach: a wide range of functions, many automated processes - very short "time to market".
Adaptability
Both systems are fully customizable and are based on the Shopware 6 standard (API-first approach). The B2Bsellers Suite offers a larger number of API endpoints for advanced customization and allows the B2B portal to be extended with custom modules based on Vue.js + Twig. Both systems also offer the option of expansion via the classic storefront (Twig).
Third-party provider vs. manufacturer
The B2Bsellers Suite was developed in close cooperation with B2B retailers and manufacturers by B2Bsellers GmbH, a third-party provider. This enabled 100% to focus more closely on the needs of B2B companies. This allows us to concentrate much more on our focus topic "B2B e-commerce", which differs fundamentally from B2C in some areas. As a company, we concentrate on supporting B2B distributors on a daily basis and with a great deal of B2B experience.
The Shopware B2B Components come directly from the manufacturer of the store system. The development takes place on a more abstract or rather simple level.
When is the B2Bsellers Suite the right choice?
The B2Bsellers Suite is the ideal solution for B2B companies that need a B2B store, a B2B portal, e-procurement or a self-service portal for their B2B customers - regardless of their size, whether they are SMEs or large corporations. Thanks to its high level of flexibility, the B2B solution is suitable for mixed B2C/B2B stores, closed B2B stores with logins or separate B2B sales channels.
Thanks to its wide range of functions, the automation of processes and the fastest possible procurement processes, it offers an efficient way to digitally map the B2B business and focus on other important tasks. The B2Bsellers Suite successfully solves B2B digitization problems.
Costs
B2Bsellers Suite
- Compatible with Shopware 6 Community Edition (free of charge) and all payment plans (Rise, Evolve, Beyond),
- Rent or purchase possible,
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three available editions (Starter, Advanced and Unlimited),
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transparent pricing, it offers a wide range of functions at attractive prices,
All employee access and complex organizational structures are included from just €399/month in the Starter Edition. The Advanced Edition also includes sales employee functions, while the Unlimited Edition has no limits.
- Compatible with Shopware 6 Community Edition (free of charge) and all payment plans (Rise, Evolve, Beyond),
- Rent or purchase possible,
- three available editions (Starter, Advanced and Unlimited),
- transparent pricing, it offers a wide range of functions at attractive prices,
- From just €399/month in the Starter Edition, all employee access and complex organizational structures are included.
- The Advanced Edition also includes sales representative functions, while the Unlimited Edition has no limitations.
Shopware B2B Components
- Requires the Evolve plan from Shopware (from €2,400/month list price),
Only available as a rental option
Turnover-based fees according to GMV and individual factors
Certain B2B features only possible in the largest edition (Beyond)
- Requires the Evolve plan from Shopware (price on request),
- only available as a rental option,
- sales-based fees according to GMV and individual factors,
- Certain B2B features only possible in the largest edition (Beyond)
Detailed comparison
Let's make a detailed comparison of both solutions.
B2Bsellers Suite
Shopware B2B Components
General
Profile
B2B solution
Framework
Year of publication
2022
2024
Areas of application
B2C-/B2B-Shop (mixed)
Classic B2B store
Closed B2B store
B2B portal (self-service)
E-Procurement (OCI-Punchout)
Areas of application
Extended product functionalities
Functions for buyers in the login area/service portal
Functions for sales employees of the store operator
Configuration options for store admins
Integrations & customizability
Extended API endpoints
Classic Shopware 6 plugin & standard extension options
Time-to-market
Short implementation time, quickly ready for operation thanks to extensive feature set
Longer implementation time due to adjustments
Prices & Support
Support
Developer Support
Costs
Cheaper in all editions
Longer implementation time due to adjustments
Profile
B2B solution
Framework
Year of publication
2022
2024
Areas of application
B2C-/B2B-Shop (mixed)
Classic B2B store
Closed B2B store
B2B portal (self-service)
E-Procurement (OCI-Punchout)
Performance & scope
Extended product functionalities
Functions for buyers in the login area/service portal
Functions for sales employees of the store operator
Configuration options for store admins
Integrations & customizability
Extended API endpoints
Classic Shopware 6 plugin & standard extension options
Time-to-market
Short implementation time, quickly ready for operation thanks to extensive feature set
Longer implementation time due to adjustments
Prices & Support
Support
Developer Support
Costs
Cheaper in all editions
The necessary Evolve edition is more expensive
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The bottom line
5 reasons why the B2Bsellers Suite is a better alternative to Shopware B2B Components!
Practical implementation together with B2B retailers.
The B2Bsellers Suite team deals with B2B e-commerce on a daily basis,
We think in terms of processes and not functions.
From B2B stores and closed stores to customer portals - the B2Bsellers Suite is the right B2B solution.
General information: In this comparison, we refer to the B2Bsellers Suite in the Unlimited Edition and Shopware Evolve.
Shopware's largest expansion stage "Beyond" also includes two B2B functions: Customer-specific prices, which are already included in the Starter Edition of the B2Bsellers Suite, and "Digital Sales Rooms", which could easily be integrated into the B2Bsellers Suite if required.
Status. 15.03.2024