The shortlist / 5 options
Looking beyond Etsy? First decide whether you need another source of shoppers or a place to send the people who already know your work. These alternatives solve different parts of that problem.
Meet the alternatives ↓Five different ways forward
This is a shortlist by use case, not a universal ranking. Start with the customer journey you need.
A themed storefront for local products, rentals, and services, connected to requests, bookings, invoices, and customer history. A fit for a solo maker or small local side hustle.
The tradeoff: You bring the customers. Metner is not a full retail checkout, publishing, or automated scheduling platform.
The cost: Free during early access; future pricing may change.
Selling through an online store with checkout, shipping, and room to extend the business with apps.
How it works: Online shopping and checkout, with local pickup available too.
What to budget: Paid subscription plans; payment fees and optional apps can add to the total. Compare billing terms and local rates on Shopify's pricing page.
A business prioritizing a content-rich website, online store, or appointment offering with Acuity.
How it works: Commerce and client invoicing, with appointments through Acuity Scheduling.
What to budget: Website plans vary by features and billing term. Check commerce fees and the cost of any additional subscriptions, including Acuity, for your setup.
A business that wants broad website design options alongside online selling or scheduled services.
How it works: Online selling and appointment scheduling through Wix's business tools.
What to budget: Plan choice affects business features and payment capabilities. Check your region's pricing and the plan needed for your store or booking workflow.
Creators selling digital files, courses, or memberships, as well as physical products.
How it works: Online purchases and delivery of creator products, including digital content.
What to budget: Payhip lists Free at $0/month plus 5%, Plus at $29/month plus 2%, and Pro at $99/month with no Payhip transaction fee. Payment processor fees still apply.
Before you switch
No. A storefront gives you a destination, but you need to bring visitors through referrals, search, social posts, or markets. Keep a working discovery channel while testing a new one.
Small business. Your kind of big deal.
Show your work. Welcome the request. Keep the details together.