nextjs-commerce
Bagisto Next.js Commerce is an open-source headless eCommerce storefront built with Next.js and powered by Bagisto backend APIs. It provides a fast, responsive shopping experience with cart, checkout, customer accounts, and product management, deployable to Vercel or Netlify.
Key facts
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | bagisto/nextjs-commerce |
| Owner | bagisto |
| Primary language | TypeScript |
| License | MIT — OSI-approved |
| Stars | 6k |
| Forks | 108 |
| Open issues | 0 |
| Latest release | v3.1.0 (2026-03-20) |
| Last updated | 2026-06-29 |
| Source | https://github.com/bagisto/nextjs-commerce |
What nextjs-commerce is
TypeScript-based Next.js 20+ frontend consuming Bagisto GraphQL/REST APIs via NextAuth.js for authentication, featuring Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR), layered caching, and claimed 100/100 Core Web Vitals performance. Requires separate Bagisto backend installation (v2.4.x) and Bagisto Headless Extension for API exposure.
Get the nextjs-commerce source
Clone the repository and explore it locally.
git clone https://github.com/bagisto/nextjs-commerce.gitcd nextjs-commerce# follow the project's README for install & configurationNeed it deployed, integrated, or customized instead? DEV.co ships production installs.
Best use cases
Implementation considerations
- Bagisto backend must be installed and configured separately on a server or hosting platform; this template connects via GraphQL endpoint and storefront key—plan infrastructure alongside frontend setup.
- Environment secrets (NEXTAUTH_SECRET, BAGISTO_STOREFRONT_KEY) must be managed securely in CI/CD and deployment platforms; never commit .env to version control.
- Node.js 20+ and npm are required; ISR revalidation and caching strategies depend on serverless/edge runtime capabilities of chosen host (Vercel, Netlify, or self-hosted Node).
- Database and payment gateway configuration happen in Bagisto backend, not in this Next.js codebase; ensure payment providers and inventory systems are properly set up and tested.
- Customization of checkout flow, product filtering, or customer panels requires TypeScript/Next.js knowledge; templates are provided but not zero-config.
When to avoid it — and what to weigh
- You Need a Standalone Ecommerce Solution — This project is a frontend only. You must separately install, maintain, and manage Bagisto backend infrastructure. If you want an all-in-one managed platform, consider SaaS alternatives.
- You Use a Different Backend (Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento) — The codebase is tightly coupled to Bagisto APIs. Migrating to another platform would require significant refactoring of API calls, authentication, and data models.
- You Require Enterprise Support or SLAs — This is community-driven open source with unknown commercial support availability. No guarantee of response time, uptime, or liability coverage for production incidents.
- You Need Complex Custom Features Without Development Capacity — While the codebase is modular, deep customization (payment gateways, advanced promotions, multi-vendor) requires TypeScript/Next.js expertise or hired development.
License & commercial use
Licensed under MIT (MIT License), a permissive open-source license allowing commercial use, modification, and redistribution with minimal restrictions. Requires attribution and includes no warranty.
MIT license permits commercial use without additional licensing. However, you remain responsible for compliance of the Bagisto backend, any third-party dependencies, and payment processors. No commercial support or indemnification from the project maintainers is stated; review support options separately.
DEV.co evaluation signals
Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.
| Signal | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Active |
| Documentation | Adequate |
| License clarity | Clear |
| Deployment complexity | Moderate |
| DEV.co fit | Strong |
| Assessment confidence | High |
Authentication is handled by NextAuth.js, delegating session and credential validation to Bagisto backend. Secure handling of NEXTAUTH_SECRET and BAGISTO_STOREFRONT_KEY is essential—store in environment variables, not code. HTTPS and API endpoint validation required. No independent security audit, penetration test results, or vulnerability disclosure process stated; assess threat model and compliance requirements (PCI-DSS for payment data) against your use case.
Alternatives to consider
Medusa
Open-source headless commerce backend and frontend starter; full-stack control but requires more setup. Medusa handles both backend and frontend, whereas Bagisto requires separate Bagisto installation.
Shopify Hydrogen + Remix
Opinionated headless commerce frontend for Shopify; tightly integrated with Shopify APIs, managed infrastructure, and official support. Requires Shopify subscription but eliminates backend setup burden.
WooCommerce + Storefront Starter (Headless CMS)
WordPress/WooCommerce backend with Next.js frontend scaffold; mature ecosystem and WordPress plugin ecosystem, but WooCommerce API stability and performance can lag behind purpose-built headless solutions.
Build on nextjs-commerce with DEV.co software developers
Bagisto Next.js Commerce is production-ready and actively maintained. Start with the one-click deploy, ensure your Bagisto backend is configured, and go live in days—not months.
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nextjs-commerce FAQ
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Software development & web development with DEV.co
DEV.co helps companies turn open-source tools like nextjs-commerce into production software. Our software development services cover the full lifecycle — architecture, web development, integration, and maintenance — delivered by software developers and web developers who ship. Engage our software development agency to implement or customize it for your open-source ecommerce stack.
Ready to Launch Your Headless Commerce Store?
Bagisto Next.js Commerce is production-ready and actively maintained. Start with the one-click deploy, ensure your Bagisto backend is configured, and go live in days—not months.