Key takeaways
- Compare CCV Shop and Microcart using the same product, order and management tasks rather than a subjective quality ranking.
- Both address Dutch store requirements such as iDEAL, but their 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.
Compare MicroCart and CCV Shop using a list of the features you actually need today. Check which package includes them, what additional costs apply and how everyday management works. Try the same products and order steps in both platforms so your decision goes beyond the advertised monthly price.
At a glance
| Topic | Microcart | CCV Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Netherlands | Netherlands |
| Pricing model | 14-day free trial; then €39.95 per store per month, excluding VAT | subscription in multiple packages |
| Additional features | webshop editor, products, variants and orders | check package and app terms for each required feature through CCV Shop pricing |
| 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 |
If you serve Dutch buyers, test the same payment method and delivery address on both platforms. Check provider activation, the confirmation email and order total. Dutch-language support or an iDEAL logo alone does not establish that your chosen plan and payment account support the complete journey.
The difference: packages and apps versus all-in-one
CCV Shop publishes several packages. Check the official pricing page for the features in your chosen package, any required app, contract term and additional costs. Compare the same task, such as entering variants or processing a return, in both trial environments. See also: the hidden costs of webshop platforms.
MicroCart costs €39.95 per store per month, excluding VAT, with all MicroCart apps and B2B included. Your webshop editor, products, variants and orders come together in one environment. Microcart charges no platform transaction surcharge; 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 one package with all MicroCart apps included and a 14-day free trial to get started.
- You want a fixed price per shop and no Microcart transaction surcharge.
- 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. MicroCart costs €39.95 per store per month, excluding VAT, with all MicroCart apps and B2B included. Compare the features you need and your payment provider’s charges for each option.
Does Microcart charge transaction fees?
Microcart charges no platform transaction surcharge. MicroCart costs €39.95 per store per month, excluding VAT, with all MicroCart apps and B2B included. You also pay the rates of your payment provider.
Which one is cheaper?
Use the same month for both candidates: orders, revenue, payment mix, required apps and administration time. Then compare a quiet and a busier month. Separate one-off setup costs. The cheaper candidate is the one that completes your essential tasks at the lowest calculated total cost, with remaining work visible.
Can I switch from CCV Shop to Microcart?
Have your export files and Microcart import options assessed first. Check which products and data can be transferred, then test the result before going 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.
