What does building an online shop with nextlevels cost?

It depends heavily on scope. A manageable shop based on Shopware typically starts in the low five-figure range, while complex B2B or headless projects with ERP and PIM interfaces sit above that. On top come running costs for hosting, licenses and maintenance as a separate line item. You get a concrete fixed-price offer after a short discovery in which we clarify requirements, interfaces and data volumes.

How long until my shop goes live?

A clearly scoped shop usually takes from a few weeks to a few months. The range is wide because it depends on the number of interfaces, the complexity of your assortment and the data migration. We work in iterations: you see a working state early and give feedback, rather than only seeing the finished result at the end.

Which shop system do you recommend – Shopware, headless or something else?

Our focus is Shopware, because as an open-source system it is powerful, extensible and well established in the German mid-market. We recommend headless architectures (Shopware as backend, your own frontend) when you need maximum frontend freedom or special performance. We make the decision based on your requirements, not on principle – a simple shop doesn't need a headless setup.

Can you migrate my existing shop?

Yes. We migrate existing shops including product data, customers, order history and URL structure. The URLs and redirects in particular are crucial so your SEO rankings don't collapse during the move. Before migrating we analyze your current shop and plan the move so ongoing operations are disrupted as little as possible.

Do you support B2B, B2C and D2C equally?

Yes. In B2C, conversion, speed and a frictionless checkout matter most. In B2B, requirements such as customer-specific price lists, tiered pricing, order approvals, quotation features and ERP integration come into play. We support D2C brands from brand staging to the logistics interface. We build the shop around your business model, not the other way round.

How do you ensure performance and scalability?

Performance isn't an afterthought for us but part of the architecture. We optimize for good Core Web Vitals, use caching, a CDN and clean database indexes, and test behavior under load. That keeps your shop fast and stable even during load peaks such as sales campaigns or Black Friday.

What about data protection, security and payment processing?

We build shops GDPR-compliant and integrate payments via certified payment providers, so no sensitive card data sits on your server. Updates, secure configuration and a roles-and-permissions concept are standard for us. In e-commerce, security isn't an optional add-on but a prerequisite for trust and conversion.

Who owns the shop – does vendor lock-in arise?

You own everything: code, configuration, data and content. Because we build on open-source technology like Shopware, you're not tied to proprietary systems and could in principle hand operations to another team. We document cleanly – vendor lock-in is not our business model.

E-Commerce: Magento to Shopware Migration

Magento to ShopwareMigration

Magento systems are powerful but maintenance-heavy, expensive to run, and for many mid-market merchants no longer economically viable long-term. Moving to Shopware 6 gives you a modern, low-maintenance platform — if the migration is structured correctly. We know both systems inside out and plan the switch to keep your data, rankings, and live operations fully intact.

Start Migration to Shopware

Challenges you'll recognise

Your Magento system consumes a disproportionate amount of development budget on maintenance, updates, and hosting, while functional progress stagnates.
Magento 1 is running without official security updates and is an active security risk you can no longer afford to carry.
You want to switch to Shopware but are worried about losing data or rankings in such a complex system change.

System Analysis & Gap Assessment

Before migrating, we analyse your existing Magento setup completely: which extensions are in use, where custom modifications were made, which features are natively available in Shopware, and where we need custom development or alternatives. The gap assessment prevents functionality gaps from appearing only after go-live.

Magento-to-Shopware Data Mapping

Magento and Shopware have fundamentally different data models — from product attributes to customer groups to order states. We have proven mapping templates for the most common Magento data structures and adapt them to your specific setup, resulting in a complete transfer of all relevant entities without manual rework.

SEO Transition

URL structures differ between Magento and Shopware. We create a complete redirect map from all Magento URLs to their Shopware equivalents, carry over meta data and structured data, and set up Google Search Console for the new platform. Rankings and organic traffic should survive the switch unharmed.

Parallel Operation & Rollback

Magento keeps running until the go-live date while Shopware is built and tested in parallel. We define a go-live window with minimal load and maintain a prepared rollback plan. If something doesn't go as expected during the switch, the path back is clearly documented.

Good to know

Magento's data model is complex
Magento's EAV data model for product attributes is powerful but complex to migrate. Without deep knowledge of both systems, attribute values end up misassigned or lost. A proven mapping to Shopware's flatter model is critical here.
Extension gaps must be clarified early
The most common surprise in Magento migrations is an extension with no direct equivalent in the new system. A complete gap assessment before project start prevents these gaps from generating costs only after go-live.
SEO transition determines traffic outcome
Magento and Shopware generate different URL structures. Without a complete 301 redirect map, you lose organic traffic permanently. Redirect planning belongs in the first project phase, not at the end.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a Magento to Shopware migration take?

It depends on catalogue size, number of Magento extensions, and the extent of custom modifications. A standard Magento shop with a manageable catalogue can migrate in a matter of weeks; complex B2B setups with many extensions take longer. After an initial assessment, we provide a reliable timeline.

Will I lose my Magento extension functionality?

Not necessarily. Many Magento extension features are available natively or as plugins in Shopware 6. Where there is no direct equivalent, we build a custom solution or recommend a functional alternative. The gap assessment at the start makes this transparent.

What happens to my Magento customer data and order history?

Both are fully transferred. Customers, addresses, order history, and password hashes are migrated. Because Shopware uses a different password hashing method, customers may be prompted to set a new password on first login — standard practice that can be clearly communicated to users.

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Why nextlevels

Success you can measure

With us you're always at the cutting edge of technology and benefit directly from our developer expertise. Together we analyze your shop, identify key areas and develop tailor-made solutions. Your goals and expectations are at the center of our work.

Developers, not resellers
Your shop is built by developers who understand the code — nothing gets passed to subcontractors.
Shopware down to the detail
Architecture, API integration and performance from hundreds of project hours.
One team, every discipline
Development, design and marketing from a single source — no friction at the handoffs.
Built for growth
We build for conversion, load time and revenue — not for gut feeling.
Partner, not vendor
We stay on after launch and keep developing your shop continuously.

Ready for your successful online shop?

Whether it's an improvement or a fresh start — a no-obligation conversation never hurt anyone.

Paul Kalisch
Executive Partner

info@nextlevels.de +49 (0) 2161 539 71 60