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SuiteCommerce is NetSuite’s eCommerce platform and an additional module of the NetSuite product, becoming part of your Single Source of Truth. With SuiteCommerce, you or a SuiteCommerce developer can set up a fully integrated eCommerce website that seamlessly connects with your NetSuite ERP. This means that all the information, such as products, prices, and inventory, is fed directly from your ERP to your eCommerce website, eliminating the need for connectors or integrations.
There are currently two types of SuiteCommerce products: SuiteCommerce (previously known as SuiteCommerce Standard) and SuiteCommerce Advanced. While they share many similarities, there are some key differences. SuiteCommerce Advanced offers more advanced features and customization options compared to SuiteCommerce.
The main advantage of SuiteCommerce Advanced over SuiteCommerce is its ability to offer optimal and robust multichannel experiences.
With SuiteCommerce Advanced, you have unrestricted access to the source code, allowing for greater flexibility and customization. It also offers increased site speed and performance, as well as extra merchandising features like upsell, cross-sell, and faceted navigation.
Additionally, SuiteCommerce Advanced allows you to manage multiple sites under the same brand umbrella.
Both versions have fully responsive themes, integrate perfectly with Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager, and support multiple currencies/taxes/shipping prices. So that’s covered.
All the features available in SuiteCommerce Advanced are also available in SuiteCommerce. However, the most significant difference lies in the level of control you have over them.
Specifically, SuiteCommerce lacks access to the source code, and version updates in SuiteCommerce are installed automatically instead of manually.
In contrast, SuiteCommerce Advanced gives you complete control of your website. You get flexibility, full server-side scripting, and a more powerful search engine. Unlimited growth opportunities!
| SuiteCommerce | SuiteCommerce Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics and Reporting | ||
| Code-Level Access for Personalization and Customization | Limited | Full Access |
| Responsive Themes | Yes | Yes |
| Dynamic Search | Fair Customization Option | Expansive Customization Option |
| Customized Checkout Flow | Limited | Yes |
| Scriptable Cart | Yes | Yes |
| Micro-Sites | No | Yes |
| Security | Full HTTPS Support | Full HTTPS Support |
Site Builder is NetSuite’s first-ever eCommerce solution, launched around 2004. While it’s still in use by some businesses, SuiteCommerce is now the star of NetSuite’s eCommerce technologies. If you’re looking for the most advanced eCommerce features, SuiteCommerce is the way to go.
For a more in-depth comparison between Site Builder and SuiteCommerce Advanced, here are high-level descriptions of key features included in Site Builder and SuiteCommerce solutions.
If you’re thinking of migrating from Site Builder to SuiteCommerce, our NetSuite eCommerce experts are here to advise you and help you make the best decision for your business. Reach out and request your free consultation!
| Website Components | Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comparison | Standard Site | Advanced Site Customization | SuiteCommerce Site |
| Look and Feel | Basic Site Themes and Layouts provided bye NetSuite | Limited customization with CSS | Full customization |
| Site Setup | Point-and-click Web Site Setup page | Point-and-click Web Site Setup page | Advanced Site Setup page |
| Site Template | Basic templates included | Basic templates included / HTML customization capabilities | Available for each module included in Commerce web store and fully customizable |
| Site Development Tools | Point-and-click | HTML customization capabilities in Themes and Layouts | Developer Tools based on Node.js and Gulp.js Developer Tools are delivered with the Commerce installation and integrated in a local development environment |
| Product Display | Point-and-click | Point-and-click | Available through Item Search API |
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| General Features | ||
| Native integration into backend systems (financials, CRM, order management, inventory, marketing) | X | X |
| AJAX architecture | . | X |
| CDN | Warning! CDNs are not supported for Site Builder | X |
| Secure Shopping Domain using SSL | X | X |
| Single Secure Domain for Shopping and Checkout | . | X |
| Development | ||
| Development Environment | 3rd party design tools to build and customize templates from the NetSuite UI | Commerce Web Store Developer Tools |
| Automatic “minification” of JavaScript code and libraries | . | X |
| Note: No natively, but can be achieved through customization. | ||
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Site Management | ||
| Multiple sites from one administration account | X | X |
| Multi language | X | X |
| Multi currency | X | X |
| Local Tax/VAT/GST | X | X |
| EU cookie notifications | X | X |
| Design flexibility | Templates provided for each portion of a page or create own template. Upload cascading style sheets (CSS) or build own HTML pages | Pixel-perfect design capabilities and unlimited layout control |
| Multiple device support | Requires additional customization | Responsive design |
| Custom fields support | Checkout and my account pages only | X |
| Custom content types | . | Requires site management tools |
| Note: SuiteTax is not supported by Suite Builder tax calculation. | ||
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Search | ||
| Keyword search | X | X |
| Type ahead/search as you type | . | X |
| Site-search | . | X |
| Customize search criteria settings (exact, starts with, partial, or fuzzy matches) | . | X |
| Quick order search | . | X |
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | ||
| Search engine friendly URLs | X | X |
| Dynamic SEO meta data | X | X |
| HTML & XML site maps | X | X |
| Canonical tag support | X | X |
| Language/country specific URLs via sub domain | . | X |
| Facets as URL parameters | . | X |
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Catalog & Product Browsing | ||
| Customized pricing, advanced pricing rule s& special pricing | X | X |
| Content personalization | . | X |
| Faceted navigation | . | X |
| Multiple display options for list page | . | X |
| Dynamic merchandising | . | X |
| Display stock availability | X | X |
| Automatic image resizing | . | X |
| Social sharing | . | X |
| Quantity pricing | X | X |
| Pickup in store | . | X |
| Categories support | X | X |
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing and Promotions | ||
| Flexible coupons and promotions | X | X |
| Stackable promo code | . | X |
| Integrated, closed-loop marketing | X | X |
| Cart abandonment marketing | X | X |
| Customer segmentation | X | X |
| Site Builder | SuiteCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics and Reporting | ||
| Unified customer record | X | X |
| Customizable dashboards | X | X |
| Track customer lifetime ROI | X | X |
| 3rd party analytics integrations | X | X |
| User Account Management | ||
| Email Address Management | X | X |
Site Builder isn’t as advanced as SuiteCommerce; I think that’s clear. It’s not mobile-friendly, it doesn’t support HTTPS, and NetSuite won’t be releasing new versions.
However, if you believe that Site Builder is the right option for your specific business, we can help, too! Save your slot in our calendar and get expert help.
SuiteCommerce comes with a wide range of out-of-the-box features, including:
You won’t find higher-level SuiteCommerce Advanced developers out there!
Our team of experienced SuiteCommerce developers can help you build a powerful eCommerce website that integrates deeply with your NetSuite system for seamless scalability.
With over 10 years of experience in NetSuite eCommerce and more than 250 websites developed across 15+ verticals, our experts are well-equipped to handle your project.
Better. Stronger. Faster SuiteCommerce.
Take your SuiteCommerce business to new heights with the help of our team of experts and their comprehensive eCommerce methodologies. We offer services such as optimization, performance audits, customizations, and cart migration to ensure your success.
Maximize NetSuite and SuiteCommerce power by fully understanding their capabilities.
Instantly boost performance by auditing your SuiteCommerce implementation.
We help build unique shopping experiences through front and back-end customizations.
Coming from another shopping cart software? We help merchants smoothly land on SuiteCommerce.
Unlock the full power of SuiteCommerce. Learn, understand and master SuiteCommerce to make it work FOR you!
Browse through our success stories and see how we’ve helped businesses like Hancock’s of Paducah, ThermoWorks, and Slingshot achieve their eCommerce goals with SuiteCommerce.
“Tavano Team is professional and they provide a wealth of knowledge and talent from over the years. They respond quickly and effectively to any areas of concern. It is a pleasure working with them!”

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System Analyst at University System of Georgia
Get your business up and running quickly with our premium SuiteCommerce themes. Our solutions provide a stylish, scalable, and commerce-ready store that integrates seamlessly with NetSuite, allowing you to launch your SuiteCommerce Advanced site in as little as two weeks.
Powerful B2B SuiteCommerce theme with a strong focus on B2B features and engaging UX for repeated shoppers.
Our most popular, given its versatility as a multi-purpose theme with powerful merchandising features.
Bold design with clean and versatile layouts, supporting large catalogs with a wide range of products.
Powerful yet simple, PartsDirect is a versatile theme perfect if you manage a large product catalog.
Fun, bold, and bright theme that allows you to showcase products in an eye-catching and natural way.
This stylish theme, combines elegant and modern layouts with stunning visual assets that your customers will love.
Our minimalistic and clean theme that allows products to shine through handsome and fashionable visuals.
NetSuite uses a subscription model, so the total cost will vary based on the number of users, required or selected features, and the duration of your contract.
While there is no free version or trial, you can expect a higher subscription fee for SuiteCommerce Advanced compared to SuiteCommerce. It’s always a good idea to speak with one of our NetSuite eCommerce experts to get a better understanding of the costs involved.
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President at IWA Wine Accessories
Advanced While Shopify is a great platform with a strong presence in the industry, SuiteCommerce Advanced has some advantages, particularly when it comes to B2B and complex integrations with NetSuite.
SCA’s integration with NetSuite ERP software is seamless.
Integrating Shopify with any ERP will have its challenges, but as long as you’re working with an ERP expert, you’ll be fine!
Shopify Plus supports multi-language as clones. In other words, it requires one instance per language.
Supports larger catalog volumes, and more control over your displays.
Lots or paid themes and 6 free themes, but they not as widely known, so you would still get the feel of an original website if you’re starting out and trying to save some money.
Lots of paid themes and 9 free themes, but they are widely used. You would need to shop a little to find a design that’s really unique.
SCA is a great platform for B2B. It has an Impressive collection of native customizations specific for B2B
Shopify Plus has a limited selection of customizations available specific for B2B. Its much stronger for B2C.
To customize Shopify plus, you’ll need a developer with knowledge of Liquid.
SCA has multiple add-ons that can save time and money. Make sure you get them from a reliable source.
Shopify Plus, however, does not support well the usage of third-party plugins simultaneously. Your performance can be affected.
With SCA you’re better off getting a professional quote. But even then, pricing is pretty straightforward.
Shopify Plus has charges based on revenue, and extra features mean extra costs.
SuiteCommerce Advanced and Magento share many similarities, but there are a few critical differences. Our experts can help you understand which platform is the best fit for your business.
Full visibility of business operations. Reporting, dashboards, analytics, whatever you need to track, measure, and review your data, you've got it.
The Global Tools are super complete, too. Both support multiple languages, currencies, shipping, and Tax & VAT tools to help you manage your business.
Regardless of B2B or B2C, both Customer Account tools are quite extensive. Address book management tools and order status/history for B2C, and quoting, personalized catalog views, or online payment for B2B are just a few of the available resources.
Both BigCommerce and SuiteCommerce Advanced cater to small, mid-size, and large businesses, although BigCommerce is more open to freelancers. The main differences lie in the level of integration with NetSuite and the customization options available.
SCA’s implementation cost is as personalized as the final result. You won’t pay for features you won’t use.
Extensive Global Tool package, with huge language capabilities and other useful resources.
Works seamlessly with other NetSuite products, obviously.
Steep learning curve unless you employ a web/IT expert.
SuiteCommerce Advanced offers more advanced features and customization options compared to SuiteCommerce, including unrestricted access to the source code, increased site speed and performance, and the ability to manage multiple sites under the same brand umbrella.
Yes, our team of experts can help you smoothly transition from your current eCommerce platform to SuiteCommerce, ensuring a seamless migration process.
With our premium SuiteCommerce themes, you can have your SuiteCommerce Advanced site up and running in as little as two weeks.
Yes, SuiteCommerce supports any selling model, including B2B and B2C, making it a versatile solution for businesses of all types.
Absolutely! SuiteCommerce Advanced offers unrestricted access to the source code, allowing for greater flexibility and customization options. Our team of SuiteCommerce developers can help you build a unique shopping experience tailored to your business needs.
Unlock the full power of SuiteCommerce. Learn, understand and master SuiteCommerce to make it work FOR you!

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