"It depends" is the answer you hate, but the reality is that migration costs vary wildly based on complexity. However, we can provide ballpark figures based on 500+ projects.
Detailed Cost Factors
1. Theme & Design (30-40%)
Magento 1 themes are incompatible with Magento 2. You have two main options:
- Ready-made Luma Theme: Cheapest option, but often slow and generic ($2,000 - $5,000).
- Hyvä Theme (Recommended): Top-tier performance and easier maintenance, but requires license and development ($5,000 - $15,000).
2. Data Migration Volume (20-30%)
The complexity grows exponentially with data size.
- Simple: < 5k SKUs, few customers. straightforward mapping.
- Complete: > 100k SKUs, years of order history, multiple store views. Requires optimization to migrate within downtime window.
3. Extensions & Custom Logic (30-40%)
Extensions act differently in M2. Custom pricing rules, ERP connectors, and payment gateways must be re-implemented or repurchased.
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Estimated Cost Range
*Estimates are approximate. Contact us for a fixed-price quote.
Hidden Costs to Consider
Don't forget hosting upgrades. Magento 2 requires more powerful servers (Varnish, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch) than Magento 1. Expect your hosting bill to increase by 20-30%.
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