Printify vs WooCommerce
A side-by-side look at Printify and WooCommerce. On our scoring, WooCommerce comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | PrintifyPrint-on-demand | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 4.1/5 | 4.2/5 |
| User rating | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Reviews | 1,960 | 3,890 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Pricing model | free plan + optional Premium tier | free core + hosting & extensions |
| Transaction fees | Per-item product + fulfillment cost | 0% (payment processor fees apply) |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Fulfillment integration | Self-hosted |
| Free trial | Free plan available | Free core plugin |
| Staff accounts | Team access | Unlimited (role-based) |
| Product limit | Unlimited products | Unlimited |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Inherits connected store | 100+ via extensions (Stripe, PayPal, etc.) |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | No | Yes |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | Inherits connected store | Thousands (WP ecosystem) |
| App marketplace | Integrates with most platforms | 900+ official extensions |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-language | Yes | Yes |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | No | Yes |
| Built-in blog | No | Yes |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | No | Yes |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | No | Yes |
| Support channels | 24/7 chat & email (merchant support) | Docs, community forums, host/extension support |
| Actions | Read review | Read review |
Why 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 reviewWhy pick WooCommerce?
WooCommerce gives you total ownership and zero platform fees, but you trade convenience for responsibility. If you already live in WordPress and have some technical comfort, it is unbeatable on flexibility and cost of goods.
Best for: WordPress users who want full control
Read the full WooCommerce review