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Free Etsy alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

3 of the 5 Etsy alternatives we track can be used for free (free, open source, or with a free plan). Amazon, eBay and Gumroad rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Amazon logoAmazonFree plan + paid$14.99 a month (Prime Monthly)NoWeb, Android, iOS7 of 764.8
2eBay logoeBayFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android7 of 754.5
3Gumroad logoGumroadFree—NoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 350.0
  1. Amazon logo

    1. AmazonTop pick

    Best for: Shoppers who want the widest selection and fast delivery, especially Prime members

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Etsy

    Amazon Handmade offers crafted goods with Prime shipping and Amazon's returns.

    Pros

    • Largest selection of almost any online store
    • Fast free delivery on eligible items with Prime
    • Easy returns on most items sold or shipped by Amazon
    • Prime bundles video, music and photo storage

    Cons

    • Search results are crowded with sponsored listings and lookalike brands
    • Marketplace seller quality is uneven
    • Prime is a fairly expensive yearly subscription
    Visit Amazon Compare with EtsyDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Amazon a good Etsy alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Photo storage
    Unlimited with Prime
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Used goods
    Amazon Resale
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $14.99 a month (Prime Monthly)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime Annual plan
    $139 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime for Young Adults plan
    $7.49 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Prime Access plan
    $6.99 a month for eligible government assistance recipients
    Checked Nov 8, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. eBay logo

    2. eBay

    Best for: Sellers of collectibles, parts and electronics who want a national or global audience

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    54.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Etsy

    Bigger for vintage, collectibles and secondhand goods, with auctions as well as fixed prices.

    Pros

    • Huge audience, with international selling to 200+ countries
    • Auctions help price rare and collectible items
    • Built-in shipping labels, payments and buyer and seller protections
    • Store subscriptions and promotion tools for serious sellers

    Cons

    • Final value fees take a meaningful cut of every sale
    • Shipping and packing add work compared with local pickup
    • Busy, cluttered interface with many fee and policy rules
    Visit eBay Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.360
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is eBay a good Etsy alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    International reach
    Buyers in 200+ countries
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Live selling
    eBay Live
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    eBay Stores
    Lower fees and marketing tools
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI listing tools
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free listings
    250 free listings a month, then $0.35 each
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Final value fee
    13.6% for most categories (up to $7,500)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Per order fee
    $0.30 for orders $10 or less, $0.40 over $10
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ebay.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Gumroad logo

    3. Gumroad

    Best for: Creators selling digital products who want zero setup and no monthly fees

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android

    50.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Etsy

    Lets makers of digital products like patterns, printables and presets sell from their own page without marketplace listing fees.

    Pros

    • No monthly fee, pay only when you sell
    • Handles delivery, receipts and sales tax
    • Quick to set up product pages and memberships

    Cons

    • High per-sale fees as revenue grows
    • 30% cut on marketplace (Discover) sales
    • Basic storefront design and marketing
    Visit Gumroad Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Gumroad a good Etsy alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Fee on direct sales
    10% + $0.50 per transaction
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gumroad.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Fee via Discover
    30% per transaction
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gumroad.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly fee
    None
    Checked Nov 8, 2026gumroad.com(opens source in a new tab)