A store built on
a solid Laravel foundation.
Bagisto is a modern, open-source e-commerce platform built on Laravel. Full code control, Enterprise-level scalability, and a clean path for both new stores and PrestaShop migrations.
Why Bagisto
Bagisto is a practical middle ground: the lightness of the Laravel framework combined with Enterprise features such as a B2B Marketplace, without the licensing costs of closed platforms.
Performance (Octane Ready)
Native support for Redis, Octane, and Elasticsearch. A well-tuned Bagisto store handles traffic spikes with a TTFB under 100ms.
Headless & PWA
A ready GraphQL API makes it possible to build a separate frontend in Next.js or Vue, decoupled from backend logic, or a mobile app on top of the same store.
Clean Code (Laravel)
Any Laravel developer can work in a Bagisto codebase within a day. No hook-and-override patterns or accumulated technical debt typical of older PrestaShop or Magento installs.
Migrating from PrestaShop
Store engine changes usually stall on one fear: data loss. A migration from PrestaShop to Bagisto is done with dedicated PHP scripts (ETL) that map the PrestaShop database structure directly onto Bagisto's Eloquent models, not generic importers.
What gets migrated
- Product catalog: attributes, variants, photos, stock levels.
- Customers and addresses: full account history, including passwords where the hashing algorithm allows it.
- Order history: statuses, invoices, notes.
- SEO URLs: a 301 redirect map from the old PrestaShop links to the new Bagisto structure, so existing rankings carry over.
How an implementation or migration goes
Discovery & Architecture
Reviewing business processes, server infrastructure, database structure, and data flow to and from ERP/PIM systems. For migrations: an audit of the existing PrestaShop database.
Development & Theme
Building dedicated modules and a custom template (Blade/Vue.js), plus an API for external applications where needed.
Data & Integration
For migrations: running the mapping scripts and verifying data consistency. For every project: connecting PIM, ERP, and payment gateways, then load-testing the result.
Launch & Support
Zero-downtime deployment. For migrations, this includes DNS cutover and monitoring the 301 redirects and re-indexing. SLA support is available afterward.
What a custom build covers
Bagisto is a framework, not a finished product - most projects need dedicated modules on top of it, built without touching the Core so upgrades stay clean.
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✓Dedicated Modules (Packages) Custom extensions following PSR standards and Laravel's architecture, kept fully overridable.
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✓B2B Marketplace Multi-vendor setups where several sellers list products in the same store, similar in shape to Allegro or Amazon marketplace models.
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✓API Integrations Connecting the store to ERP, PIM (UnoPIM), wholesalers, and logistics providers in real time.
Tech Stack
Bagisto vs. Alternatives
| Feature | Bagisto (Laravel) | Magento 2 | Shopify |
|---|---|---|---|
| License Cost | Free (Open Source) | Free / Very Expensive | Monthly Subscription + % |
| Technology (Backend) | Laravel (Modern PHP) | Zend (Legacy/Complex) | Liquid (Proprietary) |
| API & Headless | GraphQL (Native) | GraphQL (Complex) | Limited API |
| B2B / Marketplace Features | Built-in / Available | Adobe Commerce only ($$$) | Shopify Plus only ($2000/mo) |
| Developer Availability | High (Laravel Community) | Low (Narrow specialization) | Medium (Liquid devs) |
| Vendor Lock-in | None (your code) | Low | Full (no DB access) |
* Comparison applies to standard B2C/B2B e-commerce implementations.
FAQ: Bagisto Development and Migration
Is Bagisto suitable for B2B?
Yes - Bagisto has dedicated B2B features such as a Multi-Vendor Marketplace, Request for Quote (RFQ), group price lists, and negotiated pricing.
Is Bagisto free, like PrestaShop?
Yes, Bagisto is open source under the MIT license. You pay for implementation, hosting, and optional premium modules, not for the engine itself.
Will I lose my Google rankings after a migration?
Not if the migration maps the URL structure correctly and applies 301 redirects for every old link - that mapping is part of the migration process, not an afterthought.
Will my PrestaShop modules work in Bagisto?
Not directly - they run on different technology. Functionality from PrestaShop modules gets rebuilt as native Bagisto features or Laravel packages, which also removes a lot of accumulated technical debt in the process.
How long does a migration take?
For a mid-sized store, usually 4 to 8 weeks, covering analysis, data mapping, development, and testing. Enterprise stores with dedicated ERP integrations can take 3-4 months.
Considering Bagisto for a new store or a migration?
Happy to walk through the technical side, whether it is a greenfield build or moving off PrestaShop.