BigCommerce to Volusion
Switching from BigCommerce to Volusion preserves your products, customers, orders, and SEO. This resource covers how to map data, choose migration tools, estimate costs, and run the migration.
Migrating from BigCommerce to Volusion moves your store from hosted SaaS to Volusion. Whether you're reducing subscription costs, consolidating platforms, or seeking Volusion's features—this guide covers the data mapping and migration steps you need.
Key Facts: BigCommerce to Volusion
- Average cost: $69–$400 (automated) vs $2,500+ (custom)
- Typical duration: 2–4 hours (automated) vs weeks (manual)
- Recommended method: Automated cloud migration (Cart2Cart, LitExtension)
- Password migration: Supported with migration tool
- SEO preservation: 301 redirects required—automated tools create them
What You Gain: BigCommerce → Volusion
Stores outgrow BigCommerce for various reasons. Here's what Volusion brings to the table:
💰 Hosted Infrastructure
The BigCommerce Pain: Subscription costs. API rate limits. Stencil theme lock-in.
The Volusion Gain: Hosted or managed. Reduced server management. Focus on selling.
🚀 App Ecosystem
The BigCommerce Pain: Limited integrations. API constraints.
The Volusion Gain: Broader app ecosystem. One-click integrations. More third-party options.
🛠 Ease of Use
The BigCommerce Pain: Variant structure unique. Verify mapping.
The Volusion Gain: User-friendly admin. Modern UX. Non-technical users can manage stores.
⚡ Quick Launch
The BigCommerce Pain: Hosted only. No self-host option.
The Volusion Gain: Launch fast. Focus on selling, not infrastructure.
Who Should Migrate from BigCommerce to Volusion?
BigCommerce to Volusion migration suits merchants wanting Volusion, reducing subscription costs, or consolidating with an existing Volusion ecosystem. BigCommerce offers hosted SaaS; Volusion offers alternative hosting or integrated simplicity.
BigCommerce to Volusion: Platform-Specific Considerations
Platform-specific considerations for BigCommerce to Volusion:
- BigCommerce API structure differs from Volusion—migration tools map entities.
- Product variants map to target variants or options—verify mapping coverage.
- BigCommerce CDN paths differ from target media system—re-upload or transform URLs.
BigCommerce to Volusion Pre-Migration Checklist
Pre-migration prep: verify BigCommerce data and configure Volusion. Mapping BigCommerce fields to Volusion correctly is essential.
Data Structure Overview
BigCommerce and Volusion use different data structures—mapping them correctly prevents data loss.
- BigCommerce Plan: Check API access.
- Volusion Setup: Create target store. Configure API.
- Product Structure: BigCommerce variants map to target variants.
- Images: BigCommerce CDN to target media system.
BigCommerce to Volusion Data Mapping: Products, Customers, Orders
Proper data mapping avoids broken variants and lost customer/order links. Below: BigCommerce to Volusion field mappings.
🛍 Product Data Mapping
| BigCommerce Field (Source) | Volusion Field (Target) | Notes & Logic |
|---|---|---|
Product.id |
product_id / id |
Volusion generates new IDs. Use reference for mapping. |
Product.name |
name / title |
Direct string transfer. |
Product.sku |
sku / model |
Direct mapping. |
Product.price |
price |
Direct price transfer. |
Product.description |
description |
HTML content. Images need re-uploading. |
Product.categories |
categories |
BigCommerce categories map to target. |
Product.variants |
variants / options |
BigCommerce variants map to target variants. |
👥 Customer Data Mapping
| BigCommerce Field | Volusion Field | Critical Logic |
|---|---|---|
Customer.email |
email |
Unique identifier. |
Customer.password |
password |
Password migration supported with tool. |
Address |
address |
BigCommerce addresses map to target. |
📦 Order Data Mapping
| BigCommerce Field | Volusion Field | Mapping Logic |
|---|---|---|
Order.id |
order_id |
Preserve order number. |
Order.status |
status |
Map BigCommerce status to target. |
Order.total_inc_tax |
total |
Direct mapping. |
BigCommerce to Volusion Migration Tools
Migrating BigCommerce to Volusion? Choose automated cloud tools, CSV workflows, or custom builds. Compare options before deciding.
Option A: Automated Cloud Migration (Recommended)
Tools: Cart2Cart, LitExtension
Specialized tools that connect via BigCommerce API and Volusion API.
- ✅ Pros: Handles structure complexity, preserves relationships, formats data for Volusion automatically.
- ❌ Cons: Cost scales with data ($200–$400).
Option B: CSV Import
Tools: BigCommerce Export + Volusion Import
Export from BigCommerce Admin, format for Volusion, and import manually.
- ✅ Pros: Lower cost, direct control.
- ❌ Cons: Manual work required. Limited to products and categories.
Option C: Custom Development
Tools: BigCommerce API + Volusion API
Build a custom script using BigCommerce API and Volusion API.
- ✅ Pros: Complete control, reusable.
- ❌ Cons: Expensive ($2,500+), time-consuming.
How to Migrate from BigCommerce to Volusion: Step-by-Step
Follow these phases for BigCommerce to Volusion. BigCommerce migration overview for context.
Phase 1: Environment Preparation
1.1. Prepare Target (Volusion):
Create your Volusion store. Complete setup. Configure API access. Use subdomain for testing.
Tip: Don't point your domain yet.
1.2. Prepare Source (BigCommerce):
Ensure API access. Keep your BigCommerce store live during migration.
Phase 2: Connection Setup
2.1. BigCommerce Access:
Configure API credentials in BigCommerce Admin. Or install migration app if using automated tools.
2.2. Volusion Access:
Provide API credentials. Migration tool connects to Volusion.
Phase 3: Migration Execution
Select what to move. Critical settings:
- Create 301 Redirects: Essential for SEO. Redirects from BigCommerce URLs to Volusion URLs.
- Migrate Product Variants: BigCommerce variants map to Volusion variants.
- Migrate Images: Images from BigCommerce CDN uploaded to Volusion media system.
- Password Migration: Supported with migration tool. Customer passwords converted.
Phase 4: Post-Migration
Verify products, images, prices, variants. Notify customers. Choose a Volusion theme.
BigCommerce to Volusion Migration Cost (2025)
Example: 2,000 products, 10,000 orders, 5,000 customers:
Custom Script
Developer Time
Automated Cloud
Average Cost
Agency Service
Starting Cost
BigCommerce to Volusion: Troubleshooting & SEO
What often goes wrong (and how to fix it):
- Variant Mapping: BigCommerce variants map to Volusion variants. Check variant limits (e.g., Shopify 100/product).
- API Structure: BigCommerce REST API differs from Volusion. Migration tools handle translation.
- Image Migration: BigCommerce CDN images need re-uploading to Volusion media system.
- Password Migration: Supported with migration tool.
301 Redirects: Preserve SEO
BigCommerce URLs differ from Volusion URLs. Create 301 redirects to preserve search rankings. Automated tools create redirects—verify in target admin.
BigCommerce to Volusion: Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers on cost, duration, password migration, and SEO for BigCommerce to Volusion.
How long does BigCommerce to Volusion migration take?
Automated BigCommerce to Volusion migration typically takes 2–4 hours for medium catalogs. Run a demo migration first to validate data mapping.
Can BigCommerce customer passwords transfer to Volusion?
Migration tools often support password transfer when hashing is compatible. Check tool documentation—otherwise customers reset passwords.
Will SEO survive BigCommerce to Volusion migration?
Yes, with 301 redirects from BigCommerce URLs to Volusion URLs. Automated tools create redirect rules. Submit the new sitemap to Google Search Console.
Ready to Migrate from BigCommerce to Volusion?
Switching BigCommerce to Volusion opens new options and integrations. Use a demo migration to verify data before launch.