Many distributors start their eCommerce journey with Magento because of its flexibility, but soon realize it’s not built for the complex world of B2B. Managing customer-specific pricing, ERP integrations, quotes, and company accounts requires endless extensions, developer support, and costly maintenance.
DCKAP Commerce offers a better way. It’s a modern, cloud-based B2B eCommerce platform built exclusively for distributors and manufacturers, faster to launch, easier to manage, and designed to handle every layer of your business, from pricing to purchasing, right out of the box.
DCKAP Commerce Vs Magento - A Quick Comparison
Features
Description
Headless Ecommerce
Separates the eCommerce platform from backend services.
Highly Customisable
Equipped with tools like CMS, APIs, and Webhooks.
Open RESTful APIs
REST APIs simplify integrating and developing third-party apps.
Open GraphQL APIs
GraphQL APIs simplify third-party app integrations.
Company Hierarchy
Create company account, adding multiple users and roles.
Corporate Structure
A parent company can manage multiple subsidiaries.
Sales Representative
Sales reps can manage accounts and place orders for customers.
24/7 Support
Email and ticketing support for critical issues.
Multiple Warehouses
Create and manage multiple warehouses for inventory.
Shared Shopping List
Create shared shopping lists for company-wide access.
Price Lists
Organize multiple companies and create custom price lists.
Real-time Price
Prices and Taxes are dynamically retrieved from the ERP system.
Approve Orders
Approval from the company administrator before processing.
Company Specific Products
Product sets can be customized for each customer.
Quick & Bulk Ordering
Users can easily buy in bulk or select multiple products swiftly.
Register using ERP Id
ERP-linked companies can register in the store directly.
Roles & Permissions
Specific roles with permissions can be assigned to users.
Grouped / Bundled Products
Grouped items are sold as a set, while bundled combine as one.
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Limited
Extra Cost
The Problem with Magento for Distributors
Magento (Adobe Commerce) is a powerful platform, but it was built for B2C, not distribution.
Many distributors using Magento eventually realize that managing complex B2B operations on a B2C engine means endless customizations, developer dependency, and escalating costs.
Common Challenges Distributors Face with Magento:
❌ Heavy reliance on extensions to achieve basic B2B features like quoting, corporate accounts, and custom pricing.
❌ High maintenance and hosting costs to keep the site running smoothly.
❌ Slow performance, especially with large catalogs or ERP syncs.
❌ Requires a dedicated technical team for upgrades, patches, and security fixes.
❌ No native ERP or pricing integration, everything needs customization.
Magento Alternatives
Why DCKAP Commerce is Built for B2B Distributors
DCKAP Commerce isn’t a general-purpose eCommerce platform, it’s a purpose-built B2B eCommerce solution for distributors and manufacturers.
It solves the challenges Magento users face by providing B2B workflows out of the box, without expensive plugins or custom coding.
Key Built-in B2B Features:
- Customer-Specific Pricing: Manage contract-based pricing and personalized discounts easily.
- ERP Integration: Seamless two-way sync with Epicor P21, Acumatica, SAP, and more through DCKAP Integrator.
- Company Accounts & Roles: Manage multiple users, roles, and approval workflows under one company.
- Quotes & Negotiations: Streamlined quoting process with built-in approval and negotiation tools.
- AI-Powered Content Tools: Automate product descriptions, SEO content, and image generation.
- PunchOut & Corporate Structures: Support for complex corporate hierarchies and procurement systems.
Performance, Simplicity, and Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Unlike Magento, DCKAP Commerce runs on a modern, cloud-based architecture optimized for speed and scalability.
No expensive hosting. No constant patching. No surprise developer invoices.
Distributors can go live in weeks, not months, with faster ROI and easier maintenance.
Why Distributors Are Making the Switch
Highlights:
Faster Go-Live with built-in B2B capabilities.
Lower cost of ownership and predictable pricing.
Reduced IT dependency and improved performance.
Seamless integration with ERPs and third-party tools.
Dedicated support from a team that understands distributors.
Conclusion
In the B2B e-commerce landscape, where efficiency and user-friendliness are critical, DCKAP Commerce stands out as the preferred choice. Its integrated B2B features, reduced complexity, efficient resource utilization, and simplified maintenance processes make it a slightly superior solution for businesses heavily involved in B2B transactions.
While Magento remains a powerful and versatile platform, those seeking a streamlined and comprehensive B2B experience may find DCKAP Commerce to be the optimal choice. Ultimately, the decision depends on individual business needs, technical requirements, and the desire for a platform that seamlessly aligns with B2B objectives.
Stop Managing Complex B2B Workflows on a B2C Platform
DCKAP Commerce gives distributors everything they need – out of the box.