new mama asked:


I am looking at all the free ones like oscommerce, zen, cube, creloaded, etc. But they all require alot of work. Isnt there anything out there that is easy to use and has many template choices and many options like related products or google analytics built in? I sell handmade jewelry, I am considering just using paypal cart but I cant decide. I dont /cant spend alot of money but I do need something powerful.

Zen, cube etc doesnt have alot of template options and they both require alot of time. which I dont have.!!

Thalassa asked:


what is the best cart to use for ecommerce and why do the designs look differernt? Do I need a template with it or just the cart so it can work? thanks

Matthew M asked:


I am preparing to open a fish and aquarium supply store. Initially, it will be Internet-only (I plan on adding retail and franchise locations starting in about six months after my Web site goes live). I am in the process of deciding if I should use OScommerce or ZenCart. I myself do not know PHP, but will be hiring a programmer to design the Web site, and will maintain the products list/Web site content myself. I am looking for the ability to add custom modules as my business grows, so I am leaning toward OScommerce. That said, however, I am also looking for a solution that will allow me to maintain products, pictures, content, etc without taking the time to ascertain more than a very basic understanding of PHP. With this in mind, should I go with ZenCart? Something else? I appreciate everyone’s input!