Meta Shops vs Spreadshop
A side-by-side look at Meta Shops and Spreadshop. On our scoring, Spreadshop comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 3.6/5 | 3.8/5 |
| User rating | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| Reviews | 2,050 | 580 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Pricing model | free to set up + selling fees | free shop, commission-based earnings |
| Transaction fees | 5% per shipment (or $0.40 for orders ≤ $8) | Built into base price (you set margin) |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Social commerce | Fully hosted + embeddable |
| Free trial | Free to set up | Free to use |
| Staff accounts | Business Manager roles | Single account |
| Product limit | Catalog-based | Catalog-based |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Meta Checkout / partner platforms | Spreadshirt-managed |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | No | Yes |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | Limited storefront styling | Shop customization |
| App marketplace | Commerce platform integrations | Embeds & integrations |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-language | Yes | Yes |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | No | No |
| Built-in blog | No | No |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | No | No |
| API access | Yes | No |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Support channels | Help center, limited support | Email & phone support |
| Actions | Read review | Read review |
Why pick Meta Shops?
Meta Shops lets brands turn an existing Facebook and Instagram following into a tappable storefront with minimal setup. It works best as a sales channel alongside a real store, and checkout features vary a lot by region.
Best for: Brands with an active Facebook or Instagram audience
Read the full Meta Shops reviewWhy pick Spreadshop?
Spreadshop hands creators a fully free, ready-made merch shop where Spreadshirt handles printing, payments, and support end to end. The hands-off model is its strength and its ceiling, since you control little beyond designs and margin.
Best for: Creators who want a hands-off free merch shop
Read the full Spreadshop review