Your eCommerce Store,
With the Code and Data Handed Over
Stop renting your business infrastructure. Buildex delivers custom eCommerce platforms with the code and data for your store handed over and no platform fee on sales. Payment gateway charges are separate.
When a Hosted Platform Stops Fitting
Growing Businesses
Four situations where a custom build differs from a hosted plan.
You want the code and data on your own server
Hosted plan: Hosted platforms, including Buildex hosted plans, run the store on the provider's platform, with no code transfer.
Custom build: A custom build hands over the code and data for your store.
Fees on sales grow with your revenue
Hosted plan: Hosted plans charge a platform fee on orders paid through third-party gateways: 1.5% Starter, 0.75% Growth, 0.5% Pro, 0% Enterprise on Buildex hosted plans, and 2% Basic, 1% Grow, 0.6% Advanced, 0.2% Plus on Shopify India, as of 21 Oct 2026.
Custom build: No platform fee on sales. You pay for your server and maintenance.
Plan limits get in the way
Hosted plan: Hosted plans have limits on products, staff accounts and locations: on Buildex, Starter allows 1,000 products, 2 staff accounts and 1 location, Pro allows 25,000 products, 15 staff accounts and 10 locations, and Enterprise is unlimited.
Custom build: A custom build has no plan limits; the scope is set in your written quote.
You need changes beyond the page builder
Hosted plan: Hosted plans let you change layout and style in the page builder, on all plans.
Custom build: A custom build lets you modify the store, because the code for your store is handed over.
Custom builds and hosted plans are both priced below.
Custom eCommerce Infrastructure
Buildex builds custom eCommerce stores with the code and data for your store handed over, with the right to modify your own store.
Code and Data Handed Over
Code and data for your store, with the right to modify your own store. Stop renting your core technology.
Your data on your server
On a custom build, the data for your store runs on your own server.
Milestone-Based Payments
40% on signed scope, 30% at design and test approval, 30% before go-live.
Choose your hosting
A custom build runs on your own cloud account or on Buildex-managed hosting, with the right to modify your own store.
Plans from ₹1,999 a month
A custom build on your own server, or hosted plans.
Support after launch
Custom builds and website plans include 90 days of free bug fixes after launch.
Why stores choose Buildex
Start hosted, then a custom build
Begin on a Buildex hosted plan. When you want the code and data for your store handed over, a Buildex custom build puts the store on your own server.
Design your whole store
Arrange and style your cart, checkout and account pages with the page builder, not just the homepage.
Built for Indian payments
Razorpay with UPI, cards, netbanking and wallets.
Back-office included
Stock locations, purchase orders, bulk import and export, gift cards, store credit, customer segments and return rules are built in, without paid add-ons. The plan comparison shows which hosted plan includes each one.
One team, web to mobile
Storefront, admin dashboard and an optional mobile app, built and supported by one Indian team.
Buildex offers custom builds, with the code and data for your store handed over, and hosted plans that we host and manage.
Shopify vs. Buildex
Buildex custom builds and hosted plans, compared with Shopify India on three points. Hosted plans from ₹1,999 a month.
Buildex vs Shopify India
| What you are comparing | Buildex custom build | Buildex hosted plans | Shopify India |
|---|---|---|---|
| Run the store on your own server | Buildex custom buildYes. The code and data for your store are handed over. | Buildex hosted plansNo. We host and manage it, with no code transfer. Your store data can be exported. | Shopify IndiaRuns on Shopify's platform. Orders, products and customers can be exported as files. |
| Checkout customisation | Buildex custom buildYou can modify the checkout, because the code and data for your store are handed over, with the right to modify your own store. | Buildex hosted plansLayout and style in the page builder, all plans. | Shopify IndiaLogo, colours, fonts and background on Basic and higher. Apps on the information, shipping and payment steps and the Checkout Branding API are Plus only. |
| Platform fee on orders paid through third-party gateways | Buildex custom buildNo platform fee on sales. You pay for your server and maintenance. | Buildex hosted plans1.5% Starter, 0.75% Growth, 0.5% Pro, 0% Enterprise; 0% for 12 months for sign-ups before 31 Mar 2027 | Shopify India2% Basic, 1% Grow, 0.6% Advanced, 0.2% Plus |
Shopify details from shopify.com/in/pricing and the Shopify Help Center, checked 21 Oct 2026, and may change.
A note of honesty: Shopify suits many stores that want to start quickly. Buildex hosted plans suit stores that want us to host and manage the store. A Buildex custom build suits businesses that want the code and data for their store handed over.
Is Buildex Right for You?
Buildex is built for businesses ready to take ownership of their eCommerce future. Here's who we work best with.
Growth-Stage SMBs
Businesses generating stable revenue.
- ₹10L+ annual revenue
- Looking to scale operations
- Cost-conscious growth
D2C Brand Owners
Direct-to-consumer brands wanting full control over customer experience and brand identity.
- Unique brand identity
- Custom UX requirements
- Data ownership priority
Manufacturing & Retail
Established businesses with teams and an omnichannel presence. No per-user fees on custom builds.
- Growing teams
- Multiple locations
- POS integration needs
Shopify Migrants
Founders outgrowing the limits of a hosted plan and ready to invest in a custom build with the code and data for your store handed over.
- Frustrated with fees
- Need customisation
- Long-term thinking
Why Clients Trust Buildex
Infrastructure backed by DeepOrion and proven technology.
Backed by DeepOrion
Supported by the robust engineering team of DeepOrion Technology, ensuring stability and technical excellence.
Proven Tech Stack
Built on React.js and Node.js.
Code and data handed over
Code and data for your store, with the right to modify your own store. Code ownership passes on final payment.
Transparent Pricing
Plan prices are listed on the site. Custom builds are quoted in writing after scoping, before you pay.
Founder-Level Attention
Early adopters receive onboarding and direct access to leadership.
Stable Architecture
Built on proven, scalable patterns. No beta testing on your business.
What a custom build hands over
A custom build comes with the code and data for your store, with the right to modify your own store. Code ownership passes on final payment. Shared libraries, such as the page-builder library, are licensed for your store and not owned outright.
Our Work
Stores and platforms we have built and shipped for clients.
Powered by Buildex
Stores running on the Buildex platform.
- SRE One (Shree Ram Emporium)Powered by Buildex
Sports retail and institutional B2B supplier, with a GeM / B2B supply desk alongside retail.
Built with: Brand pages, product of the month, size guides, B2B and GeM enquiries.
- KraftersindiaPowered by Buildex
Handmade kilim rugs with custom sizes and designs.
Built with: Made-to-measure flow with WhatsApp quoting, collections by room size and style.
Custom solutions
Bespoke builds when a standard platform is not enough.
- Taurrus PartsCustom solution
Heavy-equipment spare parts exporter.
Built with: Inquiry-cart catalogue and 24-hour quote flow.
Shopify solutions
Shopify stores we have designed and developed.
We Also Build Professional Websites
Beyond eCommerce — we craft powerful websites that grow your business.
Built with Next.js
Pages built with Next.js, a React framework
Modern Design
Polished UI with smooth animations and micro-interactions
SEO-First
Built to rank on Google and drive organic traffic from day one
Modern · Fast · SEO-Ready · Admin panel included
Transparent Pricing for Every Need
Online stores, hosted or custom built —
one partner for your entire digital journey.
Each page lists the full prices and fees. Hosting and payment gateway charges are separate.
Custom build
Your own store on your own server, with the code and data for your store handed over.
See custom buildsOne-time, starting at
Standard price ₹4,00,000₹2,00,000 GST extraHosted store
We host and manage your store. Pay monthly or yearly. No code transfer.
See hosted plansPer month, starting at
₹1,999 GST extra
Add-ons such as virtual try-on, subscriptions and EMI have their own setup and monthly prices. See hosted add-ons
Want a price for your own mix of add-ons?
Not sure which one fits? Tell us what you sell
All prices are GST extra. Server, domain & third-party service costs are extra.
Custom UI & additional features are charged based on scope and effort.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hosted plan cost?
The hosted plans are Starter ₹1,999 per month, Growth ₹4,999 per month, Pro ₹9,999 per month and Enterprise from ₹49,999 per month. Annual billing is ₹19,990, ₹49,990, ₹99,990 and from ₹4,99,990 per year. All prices are GST extra.
Is hosting included?
Yes. Hosted plans are hosted and managed by Buildex.
Can I use my own domain?
Yes. Starter includes your own domain with SSL (domain registration extra), and Growth, Pro and Enterprise include everything in Starter. It also includes a free Buildex subdomain for testing.
Ready to Set Up Your Store?
Let's discuss how Buildex can help you set up your store, as a custom build or a hosted plan. No pressure, just honest advice about what's right for your business.
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