Last updated: October 2026. Prices are CloudBrain’s own prices; fees for external services reflect the current information on the linked pages.
In brief: how much does an online store cost in Slovakia?
A custom-designed, WooCommerce-based online store in Slovakia starts at 1000 euros at CloudBrain. With data migration, product imports and non-standard integrations, the price typically goes up to 2000 euros; with more custom development, multiple languages and premium design, it can reach 5000 euros. Monthly operating costs come on top of this: hosting (10–100 € per month), paid plugins if needed (from 5 € per month), and payment and shipping provider fees.
With a subscription-based e-commerce platform—such as Shoptet—there is no large initial development cost, but you pay a monthly fee for as long as the store operates, and you have to stay within the platform’s capabilities.
The exact amount always depends on what the online store needs to do. In this article, we go through what costs how much, and why.
Three pricing tiers
| Tier | What is included | Indicative price (one-off) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic online store | Custom design, unlimited products, one language, standard payment and shipping integrations (for which WooCommerce support already exists) | From 1000 € |
| Expanded online store | Everything above, plus data migration, product imports (e.g. from a supplier’s website with permission), integration of up to two non-standard systems by agreement, minor custom development | Up to 2000 € |
| Complex online store | More consultations and custom development, direct collaboration with suppliers, custom connections, premium design and fine-tuning, SEO analysis after products have been uploaded, multiple languages | Up to 5000 € |
We primarily recommend the complex tier to businesses whose online store is their main sales channel, or which need to coordinate several systems.
What is not included in the base price? The 1000-euro base price does not include custom development or data migration. Transferring products, customers or orders from an existing online store falls within the expanded tier.
What affects the price of an online store?
The price of an online store is not determined by the number of products—we have no product limit. The price depends on how much the store needs to do on its own:
- Integrations. If a reliable WooCommerce plugin already exists for a payment gateway or courier service, connecting it is quick. If there is no ready-made solution for a system—for example, custom warehouse software—it needs to be developed.
- Data migration. Transferring products, images, customers and orders from an old online store while keeping the old links working is a separate task.
- Product imports and supplier feeds. If products come from a supplier’s XML or CSV list and stock levels need to stay up to date, ongoing synchronisation is required.
- Custom features. A product configurator, custom pricing, B2B customers, volume discounts, age verification—these features tailor the store to the business, but each requires development work.
- Languages and markets. A second language involves more than translation: it requires separate copy and often a separate currency, shipping rules and tax rules.
- Depth of design. Even the base price includes custom design. The premium tier means more design rounds and fine-tuning of small details.
- Preparedness at the start of the project. More on this below—it is the most common reason a project becomes more expensive than planned.
How much does additional development cost?
We work on a project basis rather than charging by the hour: we agree in advance on what will be delivered and at what price.
- Custom development for an existing online store: from 300 €, if we provide the store’s core service.
- Standalone custom development: from 500 €.
- Existing integrations: where we already have a ready-made integration—for example, with the SuperFaktúra invoicing system—we do not charge an additional fee.
Monthly and annual costs: what to budget for beyond the first year
There are recurring costs even after the online store is complete. It is worth planning for these in advance:
| Item | Purpose | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | Running the store, backups, SSL | 10–100 € per month (depending on traffic and resource requirements) |
| Security updates | Updating WordPress, WooCommerce and plugins | free when we provide hosting |
| Annual review | Reviewing the system, plugins and security | 100–150 €, annually or every two years, by individual agreement |
| Paid plugins | E.g. CloudBrain Plugins | from 5 € per month; volume discounts for existing clients, and some plugins may even be free for stores hosted with us |
| Stock synchronisation | CloudBrain Stock—if you sell the same products across several online stores or channels | from 5 € per month, depending on the number of stores |
| Domain | The store’s web address | the domain registrar’s annual fee |
| Payment and shipping fees | Card payments, parcel delivery | according to the provider’s contract, typically per transaction or parcel |
A ready-made platform (Shoptet, Shopify) or your own online store?
Honestly, a custom-developed online store is not the right choice for everyone.
We recommend a subscription-based e-commerce platform (e.g. Shoptet, Shopify) if:
- you do not want to deal with the technical side of the store at all,
- the existing templates and features meet your needs,
- you want to launch very quickly, possibly within days.
The trade-off is that the store remains within the provider’s limitations. In October 2026, for example, Shoptet offers plans ranging from 16.50 to 173.50 euros per month (excluding VAT), with limits based on product count and features. For custom requirements, the premium tier starts at 500 euros per month. If you decide to move on, you cannot take the store with you: it is tied to the platform (known as vendor lock-in), and you do not actually own it.
We recommend your own online store (WooCommerce or custom-built) if:
- it needs to support your business’s specific processes (custom pricing, a configurator, B2B, multiple warehouses),
- several systems need to be connected (invoicing, warehouse management, suppliers),
- you are planning for the long term and the online store is part of your business.
With custom development, the intellectual property belongs to the client, and the system can be extended and developed further as desired. The PrintCommando case illustrates this well: they previously used a hosted Shopify system, where plugins limited their custom requirements. Their new WooCommerce store now includes a custom product designer, DPI checks, volume discounts and B2B features, and the owners can develop it further themselves.
Slovakia-specific requirements worth considering in advance
Online stores in Slovakia also need to meet certain local requirements. These are worth considering at the planning stage, as adding them later is more expensive.
- Mandatory electronic invoicing from 2027. According to information from the Financial Administration (Finančná správa), from 1 January 2027, VAT payers will be required to issue, send and receive structured electronic invoices for domestic transactions specified by law, while non-VAT payers will need to ensure they can receive them. Invoices will travel through so-called digital postmen (certified delivery service providers) over the Peppol network. If the store connects to an invoicing system, it is worth choosing one that is prepared for this.
- Invoicing and accounting. SuperFaktúra, iKros, Money S3 and Pohoda are widely used in the Slovak market. If the store connects directly to these, orders do not have to be re-entered manually.
- Online payments. We work closely with payment provider FiskalPRO: we can also arrange special terms for our clients when introducing FiskalPAY. However, we always choose the payment solution based on the client’s needs and business model.
- Shipping. Packeta, GLS, DPD and SPS are the most widely used providers; Foxpost and MPL may also be options for customers in Hungary.
- Cross-border sales. If you also sell to private individuals in other EU countries, VAT must be charged according to the customer’s country once a combined EU-wide threshold of 10 000 euros per year is exceeded. The EU One Stop Shop (OSS) makes reporting this easier. The store must calculate tax correctly for each country.
- Accessibility. The European Accessibility Act (EAA) has also applied to e-commerce since 28 June 2025. Exemptions apply to microenterprises, but a usable, accessible online store brings more customers to any business.
On tax and legal matters, this article is for information only; consult your accountant or tax adviser about your own situation.
The most common hidden costs
“Cheap often costs more”
The most common mistake we see is choosing the cheapest quote. Unfortunately, it is still common for an acquaintance—“my friend’s son”—to build the store. Several people have approached us in similar situations: within six months, their website suffered a virus attack on a Saturday evening, and the person who built it could not be reached.
In such cases, a one-off emergency recovery can cost as much as a new website. A reliable provider may seem more expensive at first, but when something goes wrong, a fast response is priceless. Such incidents are rare among our existing clients; if they do occur, recovery is free.
“We’ll figure it out as we go”
Projects most often become slower and more expensive than planned when the client is not yet clear about what they want. If the need for another invoicing integration, a second language or a B2B price list only emerges during development, that means additional work.
That is why, at CloudBrain, we try to clarify everything during the initial consultation: we point out pitfalls and explain in advance what the business needs—or will need. This way, the initial price already includes everything that may be required.
Leaving out operating costs
Many people only look at the development price. Hosting, updates, plugins and payment fees together determine how much the store costs over a year. It is worth asking about this right when requesting a quote.
How should you prepare to request a quote?
The more precisely you can answer these questions, the more accurate your quote will be:
- How many products and which categories will the store launch with? Are there product variants (size, colour)?
- Where will the product data come from: manual uploads, an old online store or a supplier feed?
- Which payment and shipping methods would you like?
- Which invoicing or accounting software do you use?
- In how many languages and to which countries will you sell?
- Are there any features specific to your business (a configurator, custom pricing, reseller prices)?
- Who will manage the store on a day-to-day basis?
In one sentence
In today’s world, if you are not online, you do not exist. Competition grows every day, and every day your business goes without an up-to-date online store plays into your competitors’ hands.
If you would like to know which pricing tier your idea falls into, briefly tell us what you have in mind—after the consultation, we will send you a written quote. You can find details about WooCommerce online stores and system integrations on the service page.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to build an online store in Slovakia?
At CloudBrain, a custom-designed WooCommerce online store starts at 1000 euros. With data migration and several integrations, the price typically goes up to 2000 euros; with complex custom development and multiple languages, it can reach 5000 euros. We are not VAT payers, so no VAT is added to the prices.
Is there a product limit in the 1000-euro online store?
No. The number of products does not affect the base price. The price is determined by integrations, data migration and custom features.
How much does an online store cost to maintain each month?
Hosting costs 10–100 euros per month, depending on traffic. Security updates are free when we provide hosting. Paid plugins (from 5 euros per month) and payment and shipping provider fees may come on top of this.
How long does it take to build an online store?
An online store typically takes 4–6 weeks to build. The timeline is mainly affected by the availability of content and access credentials, as well as the number of integrations.
Shoptet or WooCommerce?
Shoptet offers a quick launch and a predictable monthly fee, but the store remains within the platform’s limitations, and you cannot take it with you. Your own WooCommerce-based online store involves a one-off development cost; in return, it belongs to you and can be extended as desired.
Who owns the online store?
With custom development, the intellectual property belongs to the client. With a subscription-based e-commerce platform, the store is tied to the provider’s platform.
