You know those annoying people who glamorize past and constantly reminisce about how great their childhood was? Well, I’m one of them, and out of all things, I mostly miss how prolific the old times were. Every year Woody Allen would release a new movie, Prince - an album and Stephen King - a book, remember?
Nowadays, anything is rarely that reliable, but, to serve our clients better and keep the great tradition of regular updates alive, Cart2Cart continuously expands migration opportunities of its customers regularly. Therefore, automated migrations from ekmPowershop are a matter of few hours.
EKM is a popular, UK-based, hosted solution with a grand market experience (platform has been around for over 23 years (since 2002)) and today we’ll get you to know it a little closer, its features, pricing policies and reputation.
So, strap in and enjoy the review of ekmPowershop:
Pros
ekmPowershop is a home to over 100,000 online shops, and has generated over £20 billion in sales worldwide. That’s impressive. For comprehensive support with such large platforms, consider our Ultimate Data Migration Service.
Platform provides a reliable hosting - guarantees 99.9% uptime and 24/7 server monitoring.
Therefore, if you’re an e-Commerce hypochondriac - laying awake every night and psychotically listing each little issue that might pop up and ruin your business - EKM will bring you peace. Ensuring such reliability during a platform transition is key, and our Migration Insurance Service can offer similar peace of mind for your data. Each hosting problem that occurs, if it does, gets resolved within minutes by cart’s technicians.
EKM is fairly advanced when it comes to looks. It offers 150+ classy themes - all easily customizable via simple drag and drop editor. You’ll be able to adjust design appropriately for the business niche you’re in instead of settling for a generic e-Commerce website. Plus - ekmPowershop is automatically updated every so often, which opens its clients to the latest design trends.
As for Support - besides regular assistance, that’s offered via phone, chat or email they have kickstart coaches - people with enough knowledge, patience and emotional maturity to deal even with complete e-Commerce newbies. If you’re new to online merchandising, EKM’s coach will:
- Register a domain name for you
- Help to pick a theme and design store’s logo (using platform’s own logo builder)
- Give marketing tips, and guide you through all the essential e-Commerce features
- Assist in setting up payment/ delivery methods. For details on how we handle these critical aspects, refer to our payment information FAQ.
- Much, much more.
EKM’s marketing tools won’t let you down too. Comprehensive SEO options, special email marketing feature, and having each of your products added to Google shopping (world’s largest shopping directory) - that’s what's you get as ekmPowershop user.
Additionaly, you can create a WordPress blog to get more traffic and loyalty program - to make shoppers return. There is also EKM’s social media integration - possibility to link Facebook, Twitter, Plus Google and other networks to your store to get even more exposure.
Cart’s pricing policy includes various plans (e.g., Basic, Standard, Advanced), with pricing details available on their official website. You can test each of them for free - for 14 days with all the vital features at your disposal - visitors reporting and SSL certificate. However, there is peculiarity - EKM’s trials are actually demos and all the results of your work during them will be erased once you switch to an actual plan.
The main difference between the plans lies in the degree of assistance they entitle you to.
- For example, their entry-level plans typically offer UK-based support, while higher-tier plans include priority support and dedicated emergency phone lines, varying by the specific package chosen.
Cons:
Cart’s independence is a two-edged sword: it takes the pressure off you, concerning hosting and security, but it also leaves you with no say in carts functionality. If EKM decides to implement modifications clients have to just live with them, and some complain that updates often disable their shops functionality. Also, ekmPowershop is UK based and UK oriented - if you’re from a different country or continent - you can’t get support of any kind on Lite plan.
Although ekmPowershop’s managed to exist for over two decades below our radar, now, automatic migrations from it are easily accessible. So, if your business needs are exceeding EKMs basic functionality - switch to numerous progressive e-Commerce solutions in a few steps. Stop hesitating, and try a free demo right now.
Happy Migration!
Monthly Update – September 2025
As we move into Q3 2025, the e-commerce landscape is increasingly shaped by advancements in AI and personalization. Businesses are now prioritizing platforms that offer robust integration capabilities for AI-driven customer experiences, from intelligent product recommendations to automated customer service. Furthermore, the emphasis on sustainability in e-commerce continues to grow, with consumers favoring brands that demonstrate eco-conscious practices. When considering a platform migration, it's vital to assess how your new chosen solution supports these emerging trends, not just current needs. This includes evaluating its scalability, API capabilities for third-party integrations, and commitment to environmental best practices. A strategic migration is more than just moving data; it's about re-positioning your business for future growth and competitive advantage. Ensure your migration plan covers all aspects, including the seamless transfer of product data, customer histories, and SEO assets, to avoid disruption. Leveraging services that offer comprehensive data mapping and post-migration support can make all the difference in a smooth transition.
For more details, explore our FAQ section or schedule a call with a migration expert.
