Some DIYers wonder if they can build a cheap (or free) marketplace by assembling a stack of themes, plugins, and integrations on WordPress or Wix. Unfortunately, this approach usually ends up costing more—and almost always ends up being exhaustingly complicated and time-consuming. The best way to bring your vision to life while minimizing your costs is to use an out-of-the-box marketplace builder backed by an in-house customization team for limitless scalability.