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Platform Comparison·Feb 15, 2026·12 min read

CheckoutChamp vs Funnelish: Complete Ecommerce Platform Comparison [2026]

CheckoutChamp ($300/mo + 1%) vs Funnelish ($49-$199/mo): an honest feature-by-feature comparison of pricing, payment routing, upsells, and checkout optimization for ecommerce brands.

CheckoutChamp vs Funnelish: Complete Ecommerce Platform Comparison [2026]

CheckoutChamp and Funnelish are two of the most popular checkout optimization platforms in ecommerce — but they serve very different merchants. CheckoutChamp is an established platform targeting high-volume brands with deep payment integrations, while Funnelish is a newer funnel builder designed for Shopify merchants. This guide breaks down how they compare in 2026 and where a unified platform like Tagada fits in.

CheckoutChamp Overview

CheckoutChamp is an established ecommerce platform that combines checkout optimization with subscription management and 270+ payment gateway integrations. It targets high-volume merchants ($50K+/month) and charges $300/mo + 1% per transaction. While it includes a page builder, many users find it dated and cumbersome for building full sales funnels. It also doesn't include native CRM, email/SMS, AI-powered routing, or modern developer APIs.

Price

$300/month + 1% transaction fee

Enterprise plan offers volume-based fee reduction for $1M+/month merchants. 14-day Client Success Support included, with optional dedicated account manager.

Key features

270+ payment gateway integrations, A/B split testing, subscription billing with self-serve portal, page builder (older, limited flexibility), multi-store management, ApplePay/GooglePay support. Does not include: AI routing, native CRM, email/SMS, modern API, or plugin ecosystem.

Funnelish Overview

Funnelish is a purpose-built funnel builder for ecommerce. It connects to Shopify or WooCommerce and adds high-converting sales funnels on top of your existing store. It's designed for physical product sellers who want to maximize average order value through upsells and optimized checkout flows.

Price

$49–$199/month with 14-day free trial

All plans include unlimited funnels and traffic. No credit card required for trial. Requires Shopify ($29-$299/mo) or WooCommerce as a backend.

Key features

Drag-and-drop page builder, one-click post-purchase upsells, gateway pools for multi-gateway routing, native A/B testing, seamless PayPal integration with tracking sync, fast-loading mobile-optimized pages, Shopify order sync.

Head-to-Head: CheckoutChamp vs Funnelish Feature Comparison

CategoryCheckoutChampFunnelishWinner
Pricing$300/mo + 1%$49–$199/moFunnelish
Min. Volume$50K+/moNoneFunnelish
Payment Gateways270+ integrationsGateway poolsCheckoutChamp
Funnel BuilderBasic pagesFull drag & dropFunnelish
One-Click UpsellsYesYes (native)Tie
SubscriptionsFull managementNot supportedCheckoutChamp
CRMBuilt-inNoneCheckoutChamp
A/B Testing4-way splitBuilt-inCheckoutChamp
Platform Req.StandaloneShopify/WooCommerceCheckoutChamp
Chargeback MgmtProactive toolsNoneCheckoutChamp
Setup ComplexityModerate (kickoff call)Easy (self-serve)Funnelish

CheckoutChamp Pricing vs Funnelish Pricing: The True Cost

The pricing difference between CheckoutChamp and Funnelish is significant—but misleading when viewed in isolation. Here's what each actually costs when you include everything you need:

CheckoutChamp Total Cost

Platform$300/mo
Transaction fees (on $100K rev)$1,000/mo
Email platform (still needed)$100-350/mo
Total$1,400-$1,650/mo

Funnelish Total Cost

Funnelish plan$79-199/mo
Shopify plan (required)$29-299/mo
Email platform$45-350/mo
Subscription tool$99-499/mo
Analytics$50-300/mo
Total$302-$1,647/mo

Both platforms end up costing significantly more than their headline price suggests. This is where a unified platform like Tagada provides genuine value—consolidating checkout, funnels, payments, subscriptions, CRM, and email into one bill.

When to Choose CheckoutChamp

CheckoutChamp makes sense if you're a high-volume brand doing $50K+ per month with complex requirements: multi-processor routing across 270+ gateways, enterprise subscription management, detailed chargeback analytics, and you have the budget for the $300/month + 1% fee structure.

The platform excels at large-scale operations where the 1% transaction fee is offset by higher conversion rates and better payment routing. If you already have a development team and don't mind some manual configuration, CheckoutChamp's raw feature set is impressive.

When to Choose Funnelish

Funnelish is the better choice for early-stage Shopify merchants doing under $50K/month who primarily need better funnel pages and one-click upsells. The $49-$199/month price point is accessible, the self-serve setup is fast, and the Shopify integration is seamless.

If your business model is straightforward—run ads, send traffic to funnel, convert with upsells—and you don't need subscription management or advanced payment routing, Funnelish delivers solid ROI.

Why Tagada Is the Better Alternative to Both

Both CheckoutChamp and Funnelish force compromises. CheckoutChamp gives you power but at a premium price with manual complexity. Funnelish gives you simplicity but leaves gaps you must fill with other tools. Tagada eliminates this trade-off.

CheckoutChamp's Payment Power + Funnelish's Simplicity

Tagada offers smart payment orchestration across multiple processors (like CheckoutChamp) with a visual drag-and-drop funnel builder (like Funnelish)—in one platform.

No Minimum Volume, No Platform Lock-in

Unlike CheckoutChamp's $50K/month requirement or Funnelish's Shopify dependency, Tagada works for brands at any stage and on any platform.

Unified Data = Unified Intelligence

Checkout, funnels, payments, subscriptions, CRM, and email all share one customer record. This means smarter routing, better personalization, and zero data silos.

Plugin SDK for Developers

Beyond what either CheckoutChamp or Funnelish offer, Tagada lets developers deploy custom logic that runs natively on the platform—custom checkout flows, upsell rules, and integrations.

Conclusion: CheckoutChamp vs Funnelish vs Tagada

CheckoutChamp is an enterprise checkout platform for high-volume brands willing to pay premium pricing. Funnelish is an affordable funnel builder for Shopify merchants with simpler needs. Both are legitimate tools that serve their target markets.

But if you're looking for a single platform that replaces both—with visual funnel building, smart payment orchestration, subscription management, CRM, and email unified in one system—Tagada is the platform that eliminates the compromises.

The ecommerce brands winning in 2026 aren't the ones with the most tools. They're the ones with the most unified infrastructure. That's the shift—and it's why merchants are moving beyond both CheckoutChamp and Funnelish to platforms designed for this era.

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Tagada Team

Tagada Payments

Written by the Tagada team—payment infrastructure engineers, ecommerce operators, and growth strategists who have collectively processed over $500M in transactions across 50+ countries. We build the commerce OS that powers high-growth brands.

Published: Feb 15, 2026·12 min read·More articles

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CheckoutChamp better than Funnelish?

They serve different needs. CheckoutChamp has more payment integrations and subscription features, but its builder is older and it requires additional tools for email and CRM. Funnelish has a more modern builder but is limited to Shopify. Tagada combines the strengths of both in one unified platform.

How much does CheckoutChamp cost compared to Funnelish?

CheckoutChamp costs $300/month plus 1% per transaction and requires minimum $50K/month in sales. Funnelish costs $49-$199/month with no minimum volume. However, Funnelish requires Shopify ($29-$299/mo) plus additional tools for email, subscriptions, and analytics.

Can I use Funnelish with CheckoutChamp?

No. Funnelish is a Shopify/WooCommerce funnel builder and CheckoutChamp is a standalone checkout platform. They serve similar purposes (checkout optimization) but through different architectures. You would typically choose one or the other—or use a unified platform like Tagada that replaces both.

What is the best alternative to both CheckoutChamp and Funnelish?

Tagada is the best alternative to both because it combines CheckoutChamp's payment orchestration and CRM capabilities with Funnelish's visual funnel building and upsell features—all in one platform. No minimum volume requirements, no platform lock-in, and no data fragmentation.

Which platform has better payment routing: CheckoutChamp or Funnelish?

CheckoutChamp supports 270+ payment gateways with manual routing configuration. Funnelish offers basic gateway pools for multi-gateway routing. Tagada offers automated smart routing based on card type, BIN, geography, processor health, and customer LTV—more advanced than either.

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