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Easy Digital Downloads vs Etsy

A side-by-side look at Easy Digital Downloads and Etsy. On our scoring, Easy Digital Downloads comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.

Platform
Easy Digital Downloads logoEasy Digital DownloadsCreator & digital
Etsy logoEtsyMarketplace
Scores
SellingScene score4.0/53.8/5
User rating4.14.1
Reviews6705,120
Pricing
Starting priceFreeFree
Pricing modelfree core + annual pass for extensionspay per listing + selling fees
Transaction fees0% (processor fees apply)6.5% transaction fee + $0.20 per listing
Hosting & setup
Hosting typeSelf-hosted (WordPress)Marketplace
Free trialFree core pluginNo subscription required
Staff accountsWordPress rolesLimited
Product limitUnlimitedUnlimited listings
Payments & security
Payment gatewaysStripe, PayPal + gatewaysEtsy Payments
SSL includedYesYes
PCI compliantYesYes
Gift cardsYesYes
Catalog & content
Themes / templatesWordPress theme ecosystemShop customization
App marketplaceOfficial extensions libraryEtsy integrations
Multi-currencyNoYes
Multi-languageYesYes
POS includedNoYes
Abandoned cart recoveryYesNo
Built-in blogYesNo
Tools & flexibility
Drag-and-drop editorYesNo
API accessYesYes
Mobile appNoYes
Support channelsTicket support (pass), documentationEmail, help center, limited chat
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Why pick Easy Digital Downloads?

Easy Digital Downloads is the specialist choice for selling digital goods on WordPress, with clean license and subscription handling that WooCommerce bolts on awkwardly. You will buy extension passes to unlock its full power.

Best for: WordPress users selling files and licenses

Read the full Easy Digital Downloads review

Why pick Etsy?

Etsy connects independent makers with a built-in audience that specifically wants handmade, vintage, and craft goods, so discovery comes almost for free. Rising fees, mandatory ad costs, and tightening policies have frustrated many long-time sellers.

Best for: Makers selling handmade, vintage, or craft items

Read the full Etsy review