E-commerce website vs Blog

Rudy Baylor · #1 (**permalink**) 06-24-11, 12:01

Hello

I've been looking around at few thoughts for starting an e-commerce website or blog. Actually, I want run site where I can sell ad space as well. I know my question is quite usual, but which option do you think think will need more time dedication to get going? It looks to be a blog will need less time and money, but that might mean the return will be less.

Irene9001 · #2 (**permalink**) 06-24-11, 12:30

Obviously, a blog set up with advertisements should take considerably less time than developing a website and integration of e-commerce application will take more time. And if you are going to start e-shop website, then remember you will require to consider about several things such as SSL certificate, data encryption and protection, return policies, etc....On the other hand blog is easy to set up.

Mick Haller · #3 (**permalink**) 06-24-11, 12:33

IMO, all it depends on a commercial point of view. If you set up blog, then you may need a very high volume of web traffic to make money from advertisements. Also, let us know do you have a niche interest that you can write informative content to get the visitors. On the other hand, selling products over an e-commerce website includes additional costs such as credit card processing fees or monthly fees to continue your merchant account, which can easily decline your profit on the sales. So overall, I would recommend you to go for e-commerce site, but make sure you have a good business strategy.

Lucifer · #4 (**permalink**) 06-24-11, 12:34

Both ways are advantageous. E-commerce website is good to sell products than blogs. But a blog is a great way to promote your e-commerce site and therefore you can indirectly sell more products. And for a hosting package, a wide range of plans available, so you can pick according to your site's requirements and budget. In addition, both platforms offer great features and awesome templates. Also you can optimize them to make them search engine friendly.

Joseph · #5 (**permalink**) 06-24-11, 20:53

I think setting up an E-commerce site would be a better idea as a website always develops a more positive mindset of visitors in comparison to a blog. Placing ads is possible on both of them, however, if you work on the website in a proper manner, you will find that the website will generate much more traffic and revenue.

rodssmith · #6 (**permalink**) 08-08-11, 02:54

for business the e-com`s site is better.
Thanks

Crish Bronzs · #7 (**permalink**) 08-10-11, 00:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucifer

Both ways are advantageous. E-commerce website is good to sell products than blogs. But a blog is a great way to promote your e-commerce site and therefore you can indirectly sell more products. And for a hosting package, a wide range of plans available, so you can pick according to your site's requirements and budget. In addition, both platforms offer great features and awesome templates. Also you can optimize them to make them search engine friendly.

Yes I am completely agree with this post, Both have very good return. Choosing a good e-commerce website or blog host are both good for you.

jakson0100 · #8 (**permalink**) 08-10-11, 07:23

Of course blog will be less time consuming and less hard work to be put in that.
Creating a whole website is an altogether different ball game. backend configuration and front end set up, user interface, technology, shopping cart.. Oh there are so many things to do in the developing a whole new eCommerce website.
In my opinion, you should start with writing a blog. See and evaluate the response and after that you can go a step further and create your own website.