Mature and proven
Laravel and Symfony offer ready-made solutions for authentication, permissions, queues and working with the database. Development is faster and the risks are lower.
PHP: reliable web applications and online stores
We build reliable web applications, online stores and portals with PHP, and make legacy PHP systems fast and secure without stopping your business. Opus Online is a Tallinn-based software development company with more than 10 years of experience in PHP solutions.
We don’t start from the technology but from your goal. First we find out whether PHP is the right choice for your project.
Why choose PHP?
PHP is the most widely used server-side language on the web, powering WordPress, Magento, Laravel and Symfony. Modern PHP 8 is fast, typed and secure. For a business, that means three things.
A strong e-commerce ecosystem
Magento, Adobe Commerce, WooCommerce and WordPress are all written in PHP. We extend them with custom modules and integrations.
Affordable to maintain and host
PHP applications run in almost any hosting environment and there are plenty of developers on the market, so running costs stay reasonable.
- 25+specialists in our team
- 10+years of PHP projects
- 6public PHP references
- ISO 27001certified information security
What we build with PHP
Web applications and information systems
Laravel and Symfony applications built around your workflows.
Online stores
Magento, Adobe Commerce and WooCommerce stores, modules and customisations.
B2B and self-service portals
Customer-specific prices, repeat orders, stock levels and ERP integrations.
APIs and integrations
Integrations with ERP, CRM and PIM systems, payment and courier services.
WordPress solutions
Custom themes and plugins for marketing and content sites.
Modernising a legacy PHP system
Audit, PHP version upgrade and a gradual move to Laravel or Symfony.
PHP projects
We have years of experience building software and online stores for companies from finance to insurance and pharmaceuticals. We are a long-term partner to large corporations and fast-growing startups alike.
ApolloApollo's online store ran on an outdated platform that no longer met today's security and performance requirements. The store needed a solid, modern foundation that could also carry its future growth.Read more
Magnum VET: from phone orders to self-service in five B2B marketsFrom phone orders to self-service: a new B2B ordering platform for veterinary and dental products, five sites in four countries.Read more
AndBeauty: a new online store where adding a product takes a minute, not tenA new three-language Magento store for a beauty department store with 300+ brands: adding a product takes a minute, not ten, and the store holds up during major campaigns.Read more
Automaailm: when speed is of the essenceA car parts store rebuilt from scratch on Magento 2 and React: search, product lists and product pages are now much faster than before.Read more
Apotheka: one platform for five pharmacy and beauty stores in three countriesOne Magento 2 and React platform for five pharmacy and beauty stores in three countries, including secure sales of prescription medicines.Read more
iDeal: a headless online store for the largest Apple Premium Reseller in the Baltics and the NordicsA headless store for the largest Apple Premium Reseller in the Baltics and the Nordics: Magento 2 and React, with new iPhone launches prepared ten times faster.Read more
Ahlbäck Agency: a CRM for publishing rights that also powers the public websiteA CRM for books and publishing rights that also feeds the agency’s public website through an API.Read more
Coursy: a training platform that knows who needs which courseA training platform that automatically assigns employees to the right courses by role and department.Read more
Is PHP the right choice for your project?
PHP isn’t right for every project, and we say so honestly at the first meeting. For real-time applications and large APIs, NestJS is often the better choice, and for a small information site, WordPress.
| Feature | PHP (Laravel, Symfony) | Node.js (NestJS) | WordPress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited for | web applications, portals, online stores | APIs, real-time applications, SaaS | information and marketing sites |
| Development speed | very good | good | very good for simple sites |
| Integrations (ERP, PIM, CRM) | unlimited | unlimited | limited |
| Real-time features (chat, notifications) | with packages | built in | limited |
| Initial budget | medium | medium | lower |
| Hosting cost | low | medium | low |
| Further development over the years | easy | easy | more complex |
Taking over and upgrading an existing PHP project
We take over PHP projects built by another agency or an in-house team, including systems built years ago. We start with a code and security audit, which shows you what is in order, what needs fixing and what is critical.
After the takeover we keep looking after the solution: monitoring, security updates and hosting are part of our maintenance service.
How we work
You talk directly to the people building your solution, not to intermediaries.
Kick-off meeting
We listen to your goals and tell you honestly whether PHP fits.
Analysis and estimate
Functionality, integrations, risks, timeline and budget.
Development in cycles
A working version every couple of weeks.
Testing and go-live
Speed, accessibility (WCAG, EAA) and security (OWASP).
Maintenance
We stay with the solution after launch too.
Technologies:
- PHP 8
- Laravel
- Symfony
- Magento
- WordPress
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- AWS
Frequently asked questions
How much does a PHP web application or online store cost?
A PHP project usually costs between €10,000 and €70,000. A smaller project can cost less and a large platform more, as the price depends on the specifics of the project. We give an exact estimate after a short analysis.
How long does a PHP project take?
Usually 1–6 months; a larger project can take longer.
Which to choose, Laravel or Symfony?
Laravel suits fast development and most web applications. Symfony is a good choice for large enterprise systems with a long lifespan.
Is PHP still a modern choice?
Yes. PHP 8 is fast and typed, and PHP runs most of the world’s websites, including WordPress and Magento.
Can you modernise a legacy PHP system?
Yes. We upgrade the PHP version, tidy up the dependencies and, if needed, move the system gradually to Laravel or Symfony without interrupting your work.
Can you take over a project built by another agency?
Yes. We start with a code and security audit and propose a plan for what comes next.
Where is a PHP solution hosted?
On AWS or Zone, depending on the load and your requirements.
Get in touch
Planning a new web application, online store or portal, or want to hand over and upgrade an existing PHP solution? Write to us, and let’s discuss which solution suits you.
