Style Factory Blog — Latest Posts
Below you’ll find links to the latest blog posts from Style Factory. All deal with key issues relating to starting or growing a business – from choosing the right e-commerce platform to optimising your site correctly for search.
Latest posts
Our latest posts (use arrows on right to scroll through older articles)
Shopify Pricing (2026) — Which Shopify Plan is Best for You?
Shopify pricing: which plan is right for your business? In this article we break down all the Shopify fees and help you decide on the best pricing plan for your needs.
January 13, 2026
Shopify POS Pricing Guide (2026) — Shopify POS Pro vs Shopify Lite
In this guide to Shopify POS pricing, we spell out its key costs and discuss differences between the POS Pro and POS Lite plans.
January 13, 2026
Shopify vs WordPress (2026) — Key Features, Pricing and More
Shopify vs Wordpress — which is better? In this comparison review we go through the pros and cons of each platform to help you decide which one is the most suitable for your business.
January 13, 2026
Lightspeed vs Shopify (2026) — Which POS Solution is Better for Your Business?
In this Lightspeed vs Shopify comparison, we test two popular ecommerce and POS platforms. Which one is right for you?
January 13, 2026
Printify vs Shopify (2026) — How to Decide Between Them
In this Printify vs Shopify comparison, we explore their respective pros and cons and help you decide how to use them both effectively.
January 13, 2026
Wix vs Shopify vs Squarespace (2026) — The Essential Comparison
Wix vs Shopify vs Squarespace — which website builder is best for your business? In this comparison, we help you find out.
January 12, 2026
Big Cartel vs Shopify (2026) — Which is Better for Your Online Store?
An in-depth comparison of Big Cartel and Shopify. Which one is best for your project?
January 12, 2026
Wix vs Shopify in 2026 — Which is Better for Ecommerce?
In-depth Wix vs Shopify comparison review outlining all the pros and cons of two of the world’s most popular website builders.
January 9, 2026
Shopify vs Squarespace — Which is Better in 2026?
Shopify vs Squarespace: which one is better for your ecommerce project? In this comparison review we take a look at all the pros and cons of both platforms and help you decide.
January 8, 2026
Advice on running a successful online business
Tips and tricks from Style Factory
What is Shopify? And How Does It Work?
What is Shopify? In this simple explainer, we take you through the key aspects of the platform.
October 2, 2025
How to Start a Print-on-Demand Business
In this post you’ll learn how to start a print on demand business using Printful and Shopify.
September 11, 2025
How to Sell an eBook on Shopify — Step-by-Step Guide
In this guide, we show you how to sell an eBook on Shopify in just a few simple steps.
April 29, 2025
How to Recover from a Google Core Update
An in-depth look at what a Google core update is, why it might have negatively affected your rankings, and what you can do to recover.
March 13, 2025
Zero Click Content — What Is It? And Why Does It Matter?
In this post we discuss what zero click content is, how to produce it and how a marketing campaign focused on creating it can help your business.
February 6, 2025
Squarespace Blogging — How to Get Started
A step-by-step guide to Squarespace blogging. Learn how to create your blog, add posts and attract an audience.
February 6, 2025
SEO
Featured
Weglot Review — The Key Pros and Cons
In this Weglot review, we go through all the pros and cons of a leading translation tool, and help you decide if it’s a good multilingual site solution for your project.
December 14, 2025
Semrush Free Trial — All You Need to Know
Our guide to the Semrush free trial — and how to get an extended, 30-day version of it.
December 9, 2025
Semrush One Review — Is this AI-Focused Version Worth It?
In this Semrush One review, we highlight all the key pros and cons of this AI-focused version of Semrush.
November 27, 2025
Semrush One Free Trial — 14-Day Extended Version
In this post we show you how to get an exclusive, double-length Semrush One free trial.
November 27, 2025
Semrush Review — All the Pros and Cons
In this Semrush review, we take a really in-depth look at one of the best-known SEO tools available and highlight all its key pros and cons.
November 25, 2025
Moz Pro Free Trial — Full Access Plus Discount
In this post, we show you how to get a Moz Pro free trial that gives you access to all the platform’s premium features for 30 days.
October 13, 2025
How to do SEO — Simple, Step-by-Step Guide
In this post, we show you how to do SEO — from keyword research and link building to on-page, off-page, and technical SEO — in a clear, jargon-free way.
September 18, 2025
Spyfu vs Semrush — Which SEO Tool Is Better?
In this SpyFu vs Semrush comparison, we compare a cheap SEO solution against a premium one.
September 9, 2025
Ahrefs vs Moz vs Semrush — Which is the Best SEO Tool?
We compare Ahrefs vs Moz vs Semrush and help you decide which of these leading SEO tools is right for you.
August 29, 2025
Productivity
Tips on how to improve productivity, and reviews of popular productivity apps.
Capsule vs Nimble — Which is the Better CRM?
Capsule vs Nimble – which of these CRM tools is best for a small business? Our comparison review goes through the pros and cons of each product.
May 9, 2025
Capsule CRM Review — Is it Right for Your Business?
Capsule CRM review which explores the features of one of the cheapest web-based CRM products on the market. Find out the pros and cons of Capsule.
May 8, 2025
Google Workspace Review — All the Pros and Cons
In this Google Workspace review, we spell out the key pros and cons of using this leading productivity suite.
March 25, 2025
Microsoft 365 Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In this Microsoft 365 review, we go through the key pros and cons of one of the world’s most popular productivity suites.
February 6, 2025
Nimble CRM Review — Pros and Cons, Pricing, Features
In this Nimble CRM review, we look at a product which focuses, more than most CRM systems, on social relationships. Is it a good fit for your business?
February 6, 2025
Adventures in Chrome OS Flex — Turning an Old iMac into a Chromebook
An overview of the steps involved with installing Chrome OS Flex on an Apple iMac, and the pros and cons of doing so.
February 5, 2025
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace — Which is Better?
In this Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace comparison, we explore two leading productivity suites, discuss their pros and cons in depth, and help you decide between them.
February 3, 2025
Digital Declutter — 15 Ways to Become Less Distracted and More Productive in 2025
Declutter your digital life in 2025 — 16 top tips to reduce distraction and improve productivity.
January 15, 2025
10 Key Apps For Startups (2025)
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are 10 apps you’re going to need to make a success of it.
January 14, 2025
Email marketing
Email marketing tips, plus reviews of popular e-mail marketing apps
How to Grow an Email List — Essential Checklist
In this guide, we share 10 key tips on how to grow an email mailing list effectively and discuss how to keep your subscribers engaged.
January 15, 2025
How to Create a Newsletter
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
January 14, 2025
Autoresponders — What They Are and How To Use Them
Autoresponders — a simple explanation of what they are and how to send them in a way that saves time and generates income.
January 10, 2025
How to Automate Your Business — 8 Key Tips
Automate your business — tips on how to make running your organisation easier, by using a variety of free or paid-for apps to automate a wide range of tasks.
May 8, 2024
What is Split Testing?
A simple guide to split testing and how it can improve the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaigns.
January 24, 2024
E-Commerce and website design
E-commerce advice and reviews
Shopify Pricing (2026) — Which Shopify Plan is Best for You?
Shopify pricing: which plan is right for your business? In this article we break down all the Shopify fees and help you decide on the best pricing plan for your needs.
January 13, 2026
Shopify POS Pricing Guide (2026) — Shopify POS Pro vs Shopify Lite
In this guide to Shopify POS pricing, we spell out its key costs and discuss differences between the POS Pro and POS Lite plans.
January 13, 2026
Shopify vs WordPress (2026) — Key Features, Pricing and More
Shopify vs Wordpress — which is better? In this comparison review we go through the pros and cons of each platform to help you decide which one is the most suitable for your business.
January 13, 2026
Lightspeed vs Shopify (2026) — Which POS Solution is Better for Your Business?
In this Lightspeed vs Shopify comparison, we test two popular ecommerce and POS platforms. Which one is right for you?
January 13, 2026
Printify vs Shopify (2026) — How to Decide Between Them
In this Printify vs Shopify comparison, we explore their respective pros and cons and help you decide how to use them both effectively.
January 13, 2026
Wix vs Shopify vs Squarespace (2026) — The Essential Comparison
Wix vs Shopify vs Squarespace — which website builder is best for your business? In this comparison, we help you find out.
January 12, 2026