{"id":16480,"date":"2026-02-16T10:41:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T10:41:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kittlb-26937.roald-dfw.servebolt.cloud\/?p=16480"},"modified":"2026-06-02T14:47:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T14:47:43","slug":"etsy-alternatives-for-print-on-demand-sellers-pod","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/etsy-alternatives-for-print-on-demand-sellers-pod\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Etsy alternatives for print-on-demand sellers in 2026 (fees compared)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you sell print-on-demand products, chances are Etsy was one of the first platforms you tried. It has built-in traffic, buyers already trust it, and it\u2019s relatively easy to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But for many POD sellers, that honeymoon phase doesn\u2019t last long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between rising fees, increasing competition, paid ads you didn\u2019t opt into, and limited control over how your brand shows up, more sellers are starting to ask the same question:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cWhere else can I sell my designs?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a quick reminder of the different ways designers turn products into revenue, check out <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/make-money-online-with-design-bgt\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to make money online with design<\/a><\/strong> as you explore your next platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To compare alternatives fairly, you need the Etsy baseline, because nearly every seller is benchmarking against it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>$0.20 listing fee per product<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>6.5% transaction fee on the order amount<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those fees add up fast when you\u2019re selling POD products with tight margins. That\u2019s exactly why platforms that are <strong>free to list<\/strong>, have <strong>lower commissions<\/strong>, or offer <strong>more control over branding<\/strong> get attention so quickly from Etsy sellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And here\u2019s the important distinction: When POD sellers search for <em>Etsy alternatives<\/em>, they\u2019re not usually trying to abandon print-on-demand. They\u2019re looking for <strong>better places to sell the same designs<\/strong> \u2014 with more flexibility, fewer surprises, and a clearer path to scaling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, we break down <strong>15 Etsy alternatives POD sellers are actually considering<\/strong>, comparing fees, features, and what each platform is best suited for \u2014 so you can decide where it makes sense to diversify next.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id16480_911bbf-93 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id16480_911bbf-93 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id16480_911bbf-93 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id16480_911bbf-93 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What POD sellers should look for in an Etsy alternative<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Etsy<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Other marketplaces<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Own-store platforms<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>POD marketplaces<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Built-in traffic<\/strong><\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Medium to high<\/td><td>None (you bring traffic)<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Monthly fees<\/strong><\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Transaction fees<\/strong><\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Medium to high<\/td><td>Low (processor only)<\/td><td>High (margin-based)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Brand control<\/strong><\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Very low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>POD compatibility<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Usually manual<\/td><td>Via integrations<\/td><td>Built-in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Risk of account issues<\/strong><\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Low<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ability to scale a brand<\/strong><\/td><td>Limited<\/td><td>Limited<\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/td><td>Discovery + early sales<\/td><td>Extra channels<\/td><td>Long-term brand growth<\/td><td>Design testing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all Etsy alternatives solve the same problem. Some give you <strong>built-in buyers<\/strong>, while others give you <strong>more control<\/strong> but expect you to bring your own traffic. Before switching (or adding another channel), here\u2019s what POD sellers should actually evaluate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Marketplace vs own store<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Marketplaces come with existing traffic and trust, <\/strong>but <strong>less control<\/strong>. Your products sit next to competitors, pricing pressure is real, and branding options are limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Own-store platforms give you full control over your brand, pricing, and customer data \u2014 but you\u2019re responsible for driving traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many POD sellers, the best move is <strong>using both<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Fee structure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look beyond the headline number. Pay attention to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Listing fees per product<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transaction fees per sale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly subscriptions or upgrade tiers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lower fees matter more for POD sellers because margins are tighter than handmade or custom goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. POD compatibility<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not every platform is POD-ready out of the box. Check whether you\u2019ll be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uploading finished products manually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connecting a POD provider through integrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handling fulfillment separately<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The smoother the workflow, the easier it is to scale without burning time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Listing presentation flexibility<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside of Etsy, your listing visuals do more of the selling. Platforms vary in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Image limits and formats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mockup flexibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Branding and layout control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High-quality thumbnails, mockups, and consistent branding become a real competitive advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Audience fit<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each platform attracts a different kind of buyer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Handmade-focused marketplaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General ecommerce shoppers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creator or brand-driven audiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Selling the same POD design on the wrong platform can hurt performance just as much as bad pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-column.kb-section-dir-horizontal > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kt-info-box16480_03fee4-70 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{max-width:unset;}.kt-info-box16480_03fee4-70 .kt-blocks-info-box-link-wrap{border-top:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-right:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-bottom:5px solid var(--global-palette7, #eeeeee);border-left:5px solid var(--global-palette7, 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inspiration.<\/p><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 15 best Etsy alternatives for print-on-demand sellers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before diving in, one quick reminder: the right choice depends on how much control you want, how you handle fulfillment, and if you\u2019re looking for built-in traffic or a long-term brand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 15: Bonanza<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/kittlb-26937.roald-dfw.servebolt.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-1.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-1-300x156.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-1-768x399.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A smaller marketplace where you list products in your \u201cbooth.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> It can be an extra place to get a few more sales without building a whole new store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/support.bonanza.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360000605292-Bonanza-Pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bonanza<\/a> says non-members pay a <strong>$0.25 transaction fee<\/strong> plus a <strong>final value fee<\/strong> (example uses <strong>11%<\/strong> on the first $4,000 and <strong>1.5%<\/strong> above that), and advertising choices can change what you pay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Easy \u201cextra channel.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Less buyer traffic than Etsy, and POD fulfillment is usually <strong>manual<\/strong> (you still run the printing\/shipping workflow).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 14: Storenvy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A simple storefront + a marketplace feed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> You can have a shop page and also get some marketplace discovery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/support.storenvy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360038812312-What-is-the-Storenvy-Marketplace-commission-fee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Storenvy<\/a> says <strong>no monthly or listing fees<\/strong>, and a <strong>15% marketplace commission<\/strong>. If you opt into Managed Marketing, it can be <strong>25%<\/strong>, replacing the 15%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Low setup stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> That commission can hurt POD margins, and POD is typically <strong>manual or integration-based<\/strong> (not built in).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 13: Spreadshop (Spreadshirt)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A POD shop system where Spreadshop prints and ships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> You can upload designs and let the platform handle fulfillment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/helpcenter\/earning-money-with-spreadshop\/base-price\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spreadshop<\/a> explains that a <strong>base price<\/strong> covers the product + printing, then you add your <strong>margin<\/strong>. Your earnings are your margin (plus any performance bonus they mention).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> No inventory, very \u201cset it and run it.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Less brand control than your own store, and you\u2019re growing inside their system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 12: Threadless Artist Shops<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A free artist storefront where Threadless produces and ships your products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> It feels more like \u201cmy shop\u201d while still being hands-off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/artistshopshelp.threadless.com\/article\/689-what-are-base-costs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Threadless<\/a> says each product has a <strong>Base Cost<\/strong> (product cost + a <strong>5% processing fee<\/strong> based on your retail price). Your earnings are <strong>Retail Price \u2212 Base Cost<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Simple pricing math and easy fulfillment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Still not the same control as running Shopify\/WooCommerce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 11: Zazzle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/kittlb-26937.roald-dfw.servebolt.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-2.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-2-300x145.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/EtsyAlternatives-blog-2-768x371.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A marketplace where your designs go on products, and you earn royalties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> Big catalog + strong personalization vibes (great for gifts).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zazzle.com\/hc\/article\/what_royalty_rate_do_you_recommend_i_use-220267087\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zazzle<\/a> notes that if you set your royalty rate <strong>above 10%<\/strong>, an <strong>Excess Royalty Fee of 5% (of gross royalty)<\/strong> applies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> No fulfillment work and lots of product options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Low brand control, and earnings can feel confusing at first.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 10: Redbubble<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A POD marketplace (upload designs, Redbubble prints + ships).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> It\u2019s one of the fastest ways to test designs without tech setup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/help.redbubble.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/202270799-How-is-my-payment-calculated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Redbubble<\/a> lists account tiers and a <strong>platform fee<\/strong> taken from monthly earnings: <strong>Standard 50%<\/strong>, <strong>Premium 20%<\/strong>, <strong>Pro 0%<\/strong>. It also notes that an <strong>excess markup fee<\/strong> can apply when product markup is above 20%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Zero inventory, quick launch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Your brand is limited inside the marketplace, and the platform fee can be a big cut.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 9: eBay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A huge general marketplace with strong search traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> You can sell in almost any niche, not just \u201chandmade.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sellercenter\/selling\/start-selling-on-ebay\/seller-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eBay<\/a> says it\u2019s <strong>free to list for most casual sellers<\/strong>, but after <strong>250 items\/month<\/strong> there\u2019s a <strong>$0.35 insertion fee<\/strong> per listing. If an item sells, the <strong>final value fee<\/strong> ranges <strong>2.5% to 15.3%<\/strong> (by category) plus a per-order fee (<strong>$0.30<\/strong> for orders $10 or less, <strong>$0.40<\/strong> for orders over $10).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Big audience and strong keyword-based selling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Competition is intense, and POD is usually <strong>manual or integration-based<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 8: Amazon Handmade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Amazon\u2019s handmade category with an application process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> Because it\u2019s Amazon-level traffic if you qualify.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com.sg\/north-america\/programs\/handmade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon\u2019s<\/a> Handmade program page says joining and listing is free, and when you make a sale, Amazon deducts a <strong>15% referral fee<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Massive buyer trust and demand potential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Approval + rules matter a lot, and it\u2019s not a \u201cPOD-first\u201d setup for most sellers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 7: Ecwid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/kittlb-26937.roald-dfw.servebolt.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-219-1024x594-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-219-1024x594-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-219-1024x594-1-300x174.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-219-1024x594-1-768x446.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A store you can add to an existing website (or run on its own).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> You can build a store without starting over on a new site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecwid.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ecwid<\/a> lists paid plans and also notes <strong>no setup fees and no transaction fees<\/strong> from Ecwid itself (you still pay your payment processor).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Good if you already have traffic (blog, portfolio, social).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> POD automation depends on what tools you connect, and some sellers outgrow it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 6: Square Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Square\u2019s online store tools are great if you also sell in person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> It\u2019s easy, and Square handles payments cleanly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/squareup.com\/us\/en\/online-store\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Square<\/a> shows <strong>$0\/mo per location<\/strong> for Square Free, <strong>$49\/mo per location<\/strong> for Square Plus, and <strong>$149\/mo per location<\/strong> for Square Premium. It also lists online card processing like <strong>3.3% + 30\u00a2<\/strong> (Free) and <strong>2.9% + 30\u00a2<\/strong> (Plus\/Premium).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Simple setup and solid payments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Customization is more \u201csimple-first,\u201d and POD is typically <strong>manual or integration-based<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 5: Big Cartel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A lightweight store builder made for indie sellers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> It\u2019s easy to start, and it doesn\u2019t feel \u201ccorporate.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcartel.com\/product\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Cartel<\/a> lists <strong>Gold ($0)<\/strong>, <strong>Platinum ($15\/mo)<\/strong>, and <strong>Diamond ($30\/mo)<\/strong> plans, and it highlights \u201ceasy-install apps for print-on-demand.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Great for a small catalog and a clean shop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Fewer advanced growth tools than Shopify (apps, automation, deep reporting).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 4: Squarespace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A website builder known for its beautiful design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> If your brand&#8217;s look matters a lot, Squarespace makes it easy to look premium.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/support.squarespace.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/27853679334157-Transaction-fees-and-payment-processing-rates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Squarespace<\/a> explains that <strong>transaction fees depend on your plan<\/strong>, and payment processing rates also vary by plan and country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Great-looking product pages and brand storytelling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Less ecommerce \u201cpower\u201d than Shopify for heavy scaling, and POD workflows depend on integrations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 3: Wix<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/kittlb-26937.roald-dfw.servebolt.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-220-1024x533-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-220-1024x533-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-220-1024x533-1-300x156.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-220-1024x533-1-768x400.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> A drag-and-drop website builder with e-commerce plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> Fast store setup without needing WordPress or code.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wix.com\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wix\u2019s<\/a> plans vary by region and billing, but their plans page is the source of truth for current ecommerce plan pricing and what\u2019s included.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Easy to design your site and launch quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Some sellers hit limits as they scale (apps, advanced workflows), and POD depends on integrations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 2: WooCommerce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> An e-commerce plugin for WordPress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> You own the whole thing\u2014site, store, content, SEO.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/woocommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WooCommerce<\/a> says the core platform is <strong>free and open source<\/strong>, and you keep ownership of your store\u2019s content and data. (You still pay for hosting, domain, extensions, and payment processing.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Best control + great for content-driven growth (blogs that rank).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> More setup and maintenance than all-in-one platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Etsy alternative rank 1: Shopify<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What it is:<\/strong> The most common \u201cbuild your own store\u201d platform for ecommerce brands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why POD sellers consider it:<\/strong> It\u2019s the easiest path to a store that can grow big, fast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fees &amp; pricing (simple):<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopify.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shopify\u2019s<\/a> pricing page lists third-party transaction fees if you use a third-party payment provider (example shown: <strong>2% on Basic<\/strong>, <strong>1% on Grow<\/strong>, <strong>0.6% on Advanced<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pros for POD:<\/strong> Strong ecosystem for POD integrations, apps, and marketing tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trade-offs:<\/strong> Monthly plan + app costs can add up, and you have to drive traffic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15 Etsy alternatives at a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The table below compares 15 Etsy alternatives across fees, POD compatibility, and brand control. Instead of trying to rank every platform as \u201cgood\u201d or \u201cbad,\u201d it helps to read the table based on <strong>how you plan to sell<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>#<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Platform<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best for POD sellers who\u2026<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Monthly cost<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Transaction fees<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>POD compatibility<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Brand control<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopify.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shopify<\/a><\/td><td>Want the most common \u201cEtsy tandem\u201d setup: branded store + apps + scaling<\/td><td>From $29\/mo (Basic, billed yearly)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Online card rate 2.9% + 30\u00a2 (Basic) + 3rd\u2011party payment provider fee 2% (Basic)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Via integration<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/woocommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WooCommerce<\/a><\/td><td>Want maximum control and flexibility (WordPress-first), and don\u2019t mind setup<\/td><td>Free core plugin (hosting costs separate)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Payment processor fees (varies)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Via integration<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wix.com\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wix<\/a><\/td><td>Want an easier all\u2011in\u2011one builder vs WordPress, with lots of templates<\/td><td>From $29.77\/mo (Core shown, yearly subscription pricing)<\/td><td>Wix Payments charges service fees per transaction (varies by region\/payment method)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Via integration<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/support.squarespace.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/27853679334157-Transaction-fees-and-payment-processing-rates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Squarespace<\/a><\/td><td>Care a lot about clean storefront design + brand feel<\/td><td>Generally paid plans (starts around the mid\u2011teens\/mo, depending on billing)<\/td><td>Squarespace commerce transaction fee: 2% (Basic), 0% (Core\/Plus\/Advanced)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Via integration<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcartel.com\/product\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Cartel<\/a><\/td><td>Have a small catalog and want a lightweight indie storefront<\/td><td>$0 (Gold), $15\/mo (Platinum), $30\/mo (Diamond)<\/td><td>\u201cWe never take a cut\u201d (processor fees still apply)<\/td><td>Via integration<\/td><td>Medium\u2013high<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/squareup.com\/us\/en\/online-store\/plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Square Online<\/a><\/td><td>Already use Square in\u2011person and want an online add\u2011on<\/td><td>$0 (Free), $49\/mo (Plus), $149\/mo (Premium) \u2014 paid annually<\/td><td>Online payments: 3.3% + 30\u00a2 (Free), 2.9% + 30\u00a2 (Plus\/Premium)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecwid.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ecwid<\/a><\/td><td>Want to embed a store into an existing site and keep platform fees low<\/td><td>From $5\/mo (Starter)<\/td><td>0% transaction fees charged by Ecwid (processor fees separate)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Via integration<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/programs\/handmade?lang=en-US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon Handmade<\/a><\/td><td>Want Amazon demand + can meet Handmade requirements (not pure POD-first)<\/td><td>Monthly Professional selling fee waived (Handmade)&nbsp;<\/td><td>15% referral fee + $1.00 minimum referral fee per net shipped unit<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sellercenter\/selling\/start-selling-on-ebay\/seller-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eBay<\/a><\/td><td>Want an additional marketplace channel for testing and clearing inventory<\/td><td>Free to list for most casual sellers; after 250 listings\/mo, $0.35 insertion fee&nbsp;<\/td><td>Final value fee 2.5%\u201315.3% + per order fee ($0.30 \u2264 $10; $0.40 &gt; $10)&nbsp;<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/help.redbubble.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/202270799-How-is-my-payment-calculated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Redbubble<\/a><\/td><td>Want totally hands\u2011off POD fulfillment inside a marketplace<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Platform fee: Standard 50%, Premium 20%, Pro 0% of monthly earnings<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zazzle.com\/hc\/article\/zazzle_ambassador_and_creator_royalties_and_referrals-360037785973\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zazzle<\/a><\/td><td>Want built\u2011in customization products + marketplace discovery<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Royalty model; Excess Royalty Fee: 5% of Gross Royalty when royalty rate set above 10%&nbsp;<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/artistshopshelp.threadless.com\/article\/689-what-are-base-costs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Threadless<\/a><\/td><td>Want a POD shop + marketplace option without running your own tech stack<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Base cost includes product cost + 5% processing fee (you earn retail minus base cost)<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>13<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/helpcenter\/earning-money-with-spreadshop\/base-price\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spreadshirt<\/a><\/td><td>Want a \u201cset your margin\u201d POD shop model (less ops, more design)<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>Margin model: earnings = your margin (+ bonuses) added on top of base price<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/support.storenvy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360038812312-What-is-the-Storenvy-Marketplace-commission-fee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Storenvy<\/a><\/td><td>Want a storefront + optional marketplace exposure (but accept a higher cut)<\/td><td>$0 (no monthly or listing fees stated)<\/td><td>15% marketplace commission (incl. shipping); Managed Marketing option can be higher<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>15<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/support.bonanza.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360000605292-Bonanza-Pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bonanza<\/a><\/td><td>Want another marketplace to syndicate listings, not a primary POD engine<\/td><td>$0<\/td><td>$0.25 + 11% of Final Offer Value (base example); +1.5% over $4,000; ads can raise %<\/td><td>Manual<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key takeaway: Etsy alternatives for print-on-demand sellers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need to panic-switch platforms to grow a successful print-on-demand business. Most sellers do better by <strong>adding one Etsy alternative at a time<\/strong>, learning how their products perform, and building something they control alongside marketplace sales.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re still figuring out what to sell (or which designs actually make money), this guide on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kittl.com\/blogs\/make-money-online-with-design-bgt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to make money online with design<\/a><\/strong> is a helpful place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With that said, the platform may change, but your designs, visuals, and brand are what actually carry value from one channel to the next. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Platforms with high brand control<\/strong> (like Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, and Squarespace) work best when you want to build something long-term and reusable beyond one marketplace.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Marketplaces lower in the ranking<\/strong> (like Bonanza or Storenvy) are usually better as <em>secondary channels<\/em> rather than full Etsy replacements.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>POD marketplaces<\/strong> (like Redbubble, Zazzle, or Threadless) trade brand control for convenience, which can be useful for testing designs but is limiting for growth.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Higher-ranked platforms<\/strong> are not always \u201ceasier\u201d \u2014 they simply offer more flexibility and control once your POD business starts to scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal isn\u2019t to chase every new platform. 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