swell-js

The premium Open Source alternative to Shopify Storefront API

🎯 Best for:Developers building custom headless storefronts on Swell

What is swell-js?

A JavaScript library designed to interface with the Swell headless commerce API. It provides native methods for cart persistence, checkout processing, and customer authentication without proprietary middleware.

Tech Stack
JavaScriptE-commerce & Retail

Why swell-js?

  • Lightweight bundle size
  • TypeScript support
  • Simplified cart logic

Limitations

  • Locked to Swell backend
  • Requires JS environment
  • Limited to client-side operations
2/12/2026
Last Update
29
Forks
30
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$3,480
/ year (est. based on Shopify Storefront API)
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$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
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