Types of marketplace platforms we build
We build four types: Product marketplaces — multi-vendor ecommerce where buyers purchase physical products from multiple sellers. Service marketplaces — platforms connecting service providers with clients (freelance, home services, beauty, consulting). B2B marketplaces — industrial parts, raw materials, business services where both sides are companies. Rental or subscription marketplaces — platforms where sellers list items or services for temporary access rather than permanent sale. Each type has different data model requirements, payment flow structures, and discovery mechanics.
The payment split problem: Razorpay Connect vs Stripe Connect
Standard payment gateways do not support marketplace split payments. Razorpay Route is the right choice for India-primary marketplaces — it supports automatic split to multiple vendor accounts, commission deduction, and payout scheduling in INR. Stripe Connect is right for international marketplaces needing multi-currency support. We design and implement the payment architecture before development begins.
Solving the chicken-and-egg problem
Technology cannot solve the chicken-and-egg problem — it is a go-to-market challenge. However, the technology can either help or hinder the solution. Platforms that solve it typically start by seeding one side — either onboarding sellers before opening to buyers or building a single-vendor product that scales to multi-vendor. We factor this strategy into the platform design at the architecture stage, ensuring the MVP supports the specific launch approach without overbuilding for a scale that doesn't yet exist.