Key takeaways
- CCV Shop is a well-known Dutch player; Microcart is newer and sleeker.
- Both regulate iDEAL and NL matters, but pricing models differ.
- Microcart charges 0% transaction fees of its own. Your payment provider's fees still apply.
- Choose based on convenience, price and the features you really use.
CCV Shop and Microcart are both Dutch webshop platforms for SMEs — they are close to each other in terms of target group. The difference is in the pricing model and the way features are offered. This comparison actually puts the two side by side, so you choose based on what suits you.
At a glance
| Topic | Microcart | CCV Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Nederlands | Nederlands |
| Pricing model | build for free; Growth €39.95 per shop | subscription in multiple packages |
| Additional features | webshop editor, products, variants and orders | partly via paid apps/add-ons |
| iDEAL, VAT | iDEAL via your payment provider; set VAT yourself | available |
| Target group | self-employed and small entrepreneurs | self-employed and SMEs |
| Support | Dutch-speaking | Dutch-speaking |
Both are in Dutch, support iDEAL and are aimed at the Dutch market. In that respect they differ little from each other.
The difference: packages and apps versus all-in-one
CCV Shop works with multiple subscription packages, and some of the features come via an app store with paid extensions. You choose a package that suits you and add what you need. This gives you choice, but also means that your monthly costs may increase as you need more functions or a higher package — so pay attention to the sum, as described in the hidden costs of webshop platforms.
At Microcart you build for free and sell live with Growth for €39.95 per shop. Your webshop editor, products, variants and orders come together in one environment. Microcart charges 0% of its own transaction costs; your payment provider costs are separate from this.
Costs
With both, it is best to calculate your total monthly costs, not just the entry price. At CCV Shop you add up the package plus any apps and add-ons; with Microcart it is one amount including the core functions. Which one is cheaper depends on what features you need and how much you sell — calculate it with what an online store costs.
For whom is CCV Shop the better choice?
- You want to be able to choose from different packages and specific apps.
- You need an extension that is in their app store.
- You are familiar with their environment or are switching from an existing CCV shop.
For whom is Microcart the better choice?
- You want to build for free and only choose Growth for live sales.
- You want a fixed price per shop and 0% of your own Microcart transaction costs.
- You are looking for a clear environment for your webshop, products and orders.
Frequently asked questions
Are Microcart and CCV Shop both Dutch?
Yes, both are Dutch platforms with Dutch-language support and iDEAL support.
What's the biggest difference?
CCV Shop offers multiple packages and an app store. At Microcart you build for free and choose Growth for live sales: €39.95 per shop with 0% own transaction costs. Compare both which functions you need and what your payment provider costs.
Does Microcart charge transaction fees?
Microcart charges 0% of its own transaction costs. Growth for live sales costs €39.95 per shop. You also pay the rates of your payment provider.
Which one is cheaper?
That depends on which package and which apps you need at CCV Shop. Calculate the total monthly costs for both of these based on your situation.
Can I switch from CCV Shop to Microcart?
Yes, you can take your products and data with you. Plan the switch and test everything before you go live.
Conclusion
If you want to be able to choose from packages and specific apps from a store, CCV Shop offers that flexibility. Microcart includes built-in features in your plan. Microcart charges 0% transaction fees of its own; payment provider fees and any external service costs are additional. In both cases, calculate your total monthly costs — see what a webshop costs — and if you are still at the beginning, read the step-by-step plan for starting a webshop.
