Redesign your e-commerce with Medusa

An open-source, headless platform, designed for scalability and developer-first customization.

The main advantages
of Medusa

Medusa.js excels in its modular architecture, API-based design, and developer-friendly flexibility. It allows you to create high-performance e-commerce solutions that easily integrate with other tools.

Medusa feature highlights

Adapt Medusa to your business model

Medusa.js is designed to empower a variety of business models:

Multi-Vendor Marketplaces

B2B e-Commerce

B2C e-Commerce

Subscription Models

Order Management Systems

Point of Sale (PoS)​

Multi-Region Stores

Omnichannel Stores

What we cover in Medusa.js development?

Medusa custom development

We’ll build your Medusa store from the ground up, following industry best practices and standards from initial development to testing and deployment on your production server.

Migration to Medusa

Are you looking to migrate to Medusa.js from another platform? We will transfer the content, customer data, and features to ensure a seamless transition.

Medusa.js design customization

Are you looking to migrate to Medusa.js from another platform? We will transfer the content, customer data, and features to ensure a seamless transition.

Creative Medusa.js workshops

We can uncover useful Sylius e-commerce features during dedicated workshops. After training sessions hosted by Speardevs professionals, Sylius will no longer be a mystery to you.

Medusa store audit

Cooperation with another software development company didn’t go well? At Speardevs, we will audit the implemented solution. In effect, you will know which elements need to be improved to make your online store work as expected.

Custom Medusa plugins/modules

We will provide your company with experienced professionals to support your team in achieving project milestones. Your team will get guidance in advanced development work, system architecture optimization, and integration of external tools.

Ongoing support

You can count on our comprehensive support even if we haven’t worked together yet. Our developers can fix issues, launch new features, and offer 24/7 support for critical projects.

Medusa.js versions and pricing models

Sylius comes in two variants. Compare these models and choose the best option for your project.

Medusa self-host

Perfect to build your first on-premises online store.
Get free access to the framework and all commerce modules to see if Medusa meets your expectations.
Free
  • Open source under MIT License
  • Framework tooling to build custom logic
  • Maintenance and regular updates
  • Pre-built Admin and Starters
  • Comprehensive Docs for beginners

Medusa Cloud

For mid to large projects.
Leverage fully managed infrastructure, flexible to scale and adapt.
Pricing Custom
  • All Self-host features
  • Direct deployment from GitHub
  • Dynamic scaling to meet peak traffic
  • Multiple cloud environments
  • Test against production-like data
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Medusa Cloud+

For enterprises centered on reaching their goals.
Provide your customers with outstanding online experiences with exclusive Medusa support.
Pricing Custom
  • All Cloud features
  • Access to Solutions Engineer
  • Support on version upgrades
  • Ongoing architectural guidance
  • Troubleshooting on Medusa issues

Data updated as of february 2025

Hosting and deployment for Medusa

You have several Medusa.js hosting options available.
Depending on your needs, you can decide on:

Backend

Self-hosting

You can run Medusa.js on your servers, either on physical machines or in containers. In both cases, you keep full control.

Medusa Cloud

A PaaS solution where the Medusa team is responsible for infrastructure management.

Frontend

Self-hosting

This works similarly to backend self-hosting. Hosting on your own servers gives you full control over your environment.

Serverless hosting

You can host Medusa.js on serverless platforms, such as Vercel, Netlify, or any other Medusa-supported platform.

Try a demo!

At Speardevs, we don’t sell a pig in a poke. Look at the demo version prepared especially for you.

Do you want to learn more about Medusa solutions?
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What clients say about Speardevs

Don’t take our word for granted – read our happy client’s testimonials. Encourage yourself that Speardevs is a valuable choice for your business. 

Discover the stories of companies that have gained a competitive edge with Sylius services by Speardevs. We believe that you deserve the best!

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FAQ

Would you like to clear your doubts about Sylius? Go to the FAQ and find the answers to your questions.

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Yes. Medusa.js offers full front-end customization due to its API-first, headless architecture. Developers can use any front-end framework or technology to create tailored user experiences. By decoupling the front end from the back end, Medusa enables you to maintain design consistency across multiple sales channels, implement unique customer journeys, and optimize front-end performance independently of back-end changes.

Yes, Medusa.js excels at integration. Its flexible API system allows for seamless synchronization with popular ERP, CRM, and analytics tools. Developers can create custom integrations or use existing plugins to connect with marketing platforms, shipping providers, or payment gateways. The system’s extensibility ensures that you can maintain their existing workflows while leveraging the benefits of Medusa’s modular structure.

Yes, Medusa.js excels at integration. Its flexible API system allows for seamless synchronization with popular ERP, CRM, and analytics tools. Developers can create custom integrations or use existing plugins to connect with marketing platforms, shipping providers, or payment gateways. The system’s extensibility ensures that you can maintain their existing workflows while leveraging the benefits of Medusa’s modular structure.

As an open-source platform, Medusa eliminates licensing fees. However, you should budget for development resources to manage system updates, customize features, and maintain integration. Hosting costs will vary depending on whether you choose a cloud provider or a local server setup.

How long does it take to implement Medusa?

Medusa.js provides a robust set of core functionalities out-of-the-box, including:

  • Product Management: Manage product catalogs, variants, and inventory.
  • Order Management: Handle order creation, fulfillment, and tracking.
  • Customer Management: Manage customer accounts and data.
  • Multi-Region Support: Configure regions with different currencies and tax settings.
  • Discounts and Promotions: Create flexible discounts, including percentage or fixed-price reductions.
  • Payments and Shipping: Integrate popular payment gateways and shipping providers.

Additional modules or plugins may be required for advanced or custom features, such as:

  • Custom Frontends: Building custom storefronts tailored to your brand’s needs.
  • Personalization: Implementing recommendation engines or dynamic promotions.
  • Third-Party Integrations: Connecting with ERP, CRM, or marketing tools.
  • Advanced Analytics: Adding detailed reporting and analytics beyond core capabilities.

Medusa’s modular architecture allows developers to easily extend the platform with custom or third-party plugins to meet specific business requirements.

Medusa.js is designed with a focus on security and data privacy. It provides features that allow businesses to implement security measures and comply with regulations like GDPR. However, the specific implementation details and compliance measures depend on how developers configure and deploy the platform.

Medusa.js is a Node.js application that requires a PostgreSQL database. The infrastructure requirements include a server environment capable of running Node.js and PostgreSQL. The specific hosting requirements can vary based on the scale and complexity of your e-commerce application.

Medusa.js is a flexible, open-source e-commerce platform designed to support various business models, including B2C, B2B, and custom workflows. Its modular architecture allows for extensive customization to meet your specific needs.

Medusa.js is built with a modern technology stack, including Node.js for the backend and PostgreSQL for the database. It follows a headless architecture, allowing developers to create custom frontends using technologies of their choice. The platform is designed to be developer-friendly, enabling seamless integrations and customizations.

Migrating to Medusa.js from another e-commerce platform involves several steps, including data export from the existing system, data transformation to fit Medusa’s schema, and data import into Medusa. The specific process can vary depending on the source platform and the complexity of your data.

Medusa.js supports multi-region setups, allowing businesses to operate in different regions with varying currencies. This feature enables the configuration of multiple currencies to cater to a global customer base.

Medusa.js is designed to be scalable, accommodating business growth and increased website traffic. Its modular architecture allows for the addition of new features and integrations as needed. However, you need to implement best practices in infrastructure management, such as load balancing and database optimization.

Medusa.js’s headless architecture allows developers to build custom frontends optimized for SEO. Additionally, its flexible API enables integration with various marketing platforms and tools for campaign automation. The platform’s extensibility ensures that businesses can implement SEO strategies and marketing integrations tailored to their needs.