Architecture
Modular, event-driven and built for change and scale.
Commerce Decision Lab
Choose MedusaJS with confidence.
A practical evaluation framework for CTOs and commerce leaders. Answer a few questions and get a clear architecture recommendation—backed by trade-offs, not guesswork.
The result is guidance. We validate the recommendation against your data and process.
16+years building digital products
120+projects delivered
100+system integrations
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Decision matrix
Recommendation
SaaS
MedusaJS
Simpler architecture
This is a guidance tool. We validate the recommendation with you.
Decision first, technology second
MedusaJS makes sense when a standard store becomes the constraint.
We do not recommend Medusa to everyone. We first map your sales model, migration risk and integrations. If a simpler platform is enough, we will say so.
ConsiderationNo fitStrong fit
You plan expansion into multiple markets (Multi-region, different currencies and taxes in one panel)
You need an advanced B2B model (price lists per client, deferred payments, credit limits)
Your logistics and warehouse processes (OMS) require custom integrations (ERP, WMS)
You want to avoid high revenue share fees typical for Enterprise SaaS platforms
You require full GDPR/Omnibus compliance and control over customer data
You are building a unique shopping experience (e.g., product configurators, subscriptions)
Not a strong fit? We will recommend the simplest architecture that meets your goals.
Commerce lifecycle map
A modern commerce core for your entire lifecycle.
MedusaJS owns products, pricing, cart, orders and workflows. Next.js, mobile apps and partner channels use the same business logic.
Built on MedusaJS
Product & catalogue
- Products
- Variants
- Pricing
- Content
Experiences & channels
- Storefronts
- PWA
- Mobile apps
- Marketplaces
Cart & checkout
- Cart
- Checkout
- Payments
- Promotions
Order & workflow
- Orders
- Fulfilment
- Returns
- Notifications
Integrations & extensibility
- ERP / OMS
- CRM
- WMS / 3PL
- Custom apps
MedusaJS 2.0products · pricing · cart · orders · workflows
ERPPIMWMSPaymentsCRMAnalytics
A pragmatic comparison
Choose the level of control your business actually needs.
MedusaJS wins on flexibility. Shopify and WooCommerce win on speed for straightforward stores.
| Criterion | MedusaJS 2.0 | Shopify | WooCommerce |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership & Hosting | 100% self-hosted (Node.js) | SaaS (Vendor lock-in) | Self-hosted (PHP) |
| Custom workflows | Native Workflow Engine | Shopify Flow / Apps | Plugins (limited) |
| Multi-region / Currencies | Native core feature | Shopify Markets (extra cost) | Plugins required |
| Subscriptions & Pricing | Flexible custom logic | Apps required | Plugins required |
Migration risk gates
De-risk the move. Validate before you commit.
- 1
Discovery
Align on goals, scope, integrations and constraints.
- 2
Fit & gap
Map requirements to MedusaJS and identify gaps.
- 3
Prototype
Build critical flows and validate feasibility and UX.
- 4
Plan
Roadmap, team plan, costs and timeline estimates.
- 5
Go / No-Go
Objective decision based on data, not opinions.
Operating requirements
An owned commerce core needs clearly assigned responsibility.
Before choosing MedusaJS, decide who owns the code, cloud, security, monitoring and ongoing platform development.
Engineering
Clean code, automated testing, CI/CD and review discipline.
Platform
Cloud or self-hosted, IaC, environments and deployments.
Security
Secure by design, access controls and vulnerability hygiene.
Observability
Monitoring, logs, alerts and business metrics.
Evidence of delivery capability
We build products people actually use.
These projects are not presented as MedusaJS implementations. They demonstrate our production delivery across commerce, integrations and mobile channels.
Make an informed decision
Guides for commerce and technology teams
Magento to MedusaJS migration guide 2026
MedusaJS B2B e-commerce guide 2026
Medusa vs Saleor - headless comparison 2026
Medusa vs Shopify Plus: headless e-commerce TCO in 2026
Next.js commerce in production: caching, PPR, MedusaJS and Core Web Vitals
MedusaJS + Next.js for B2B storefronts: architecture, cost and risks
Questions to answer before choosing MedusaJS
Is MedusaJS ready for GDPR and Omnibus in the EU?
MedusaJS does not provide compliance automatically. It offers flexible modules, but the implementation team must still design consent, data minimisation and retention, auditability and price presentation correctly.
What team do you need to operate MedusaJS?
MedusaJS requires ownership of the backend, hosting, updates, monitoring and integrations. A company can keep those capabilities in-house or work with a partner, but it is not a maintenance-free platform.
MedusaJS vs Shopify / WooCommerce - when to choose Medusa?
Medusa gives full code ownership, no platform fees and full control over integrations and compliance. Shopify/WooCommerce are faster for a small store without custom needs; Medusa when you plan scale, ERP/PIM integrations and EU regulatory requirements.
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