Easy Digital Downloads vs Printify
A side-by-side look at Easy Digital Downloads and Printify. On our scoring, Printify comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | PrintifyPrint-on-demand | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 4.0/5 | 4.1/5 |
| User rating | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Reviews | 670 | 1,960 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Pricing model | free core + annual pass for extensions | free plan + optional Premium tier |
| Transaction fees | 0% (processor fees apply) | Per-item product + fulfillment cost |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Self-hosted (WordPress) | Fulfillment integration |
| Free trial | Free core plugin | Free plan available |
| Staff accounts | WordPress roles | Team access |
| Product limit | Unlimited | Unlimited products |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Stripe, PayPal + gateways | Inherits connected store |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | No |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | WordPress theme ecosystem | Inherits connected store |
| App marketplace | Official extensions library | Integrates with most platforms |
| Multi-currency | No | Yes |
| Multi-language | Yes | Yes |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | Yes | No |
| Built-in blog | Yes | No |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | Yes | No |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | No | No |
| Support channels | Ticket support (pass), documentation | 24/7 chat & email (merchant support) |
| Actions | Read review | Read review |
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 reviewWhy pick Printify?
Printify connects you to a broad network of print providers, giving you the widest product selection and the chance to shop for lower base costs. Quality varies by provider, so sampling before you sell is essential.
Best for: Sellers wanting the widest product and price range
Read the full Printify review