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Shop alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll online shopping apps

Top picks

  • Etsy logo

    Best overall

    Etsy

    Free

  • Walmart logo

    Best free option

    Walmart

    Starting price: $98 a year (Walmart+ annual)

Common reasons people leave Shop: only Shopify merchants can sell in the app, and connecting your inbox for tracking means sharing email data with Shopify. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Shop, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Etsy currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Etsy logoEtsyFree—NoWeb, Android, iOS3 of 366.5
2Walmart logoWalmartFree plan + paid$98 a year (Walmart+ annual)NoWeb, Android, iOS8 of 864.8
3Target logoTargetFree plan + paid$10.99/month or $99/yearNoWeb, Android, iOS5 of 561.8
4Klarna logoKlarnaFree—NoWeb, iOS, Android5 of 551.2
  1. Etsy logo

    1. EtsyTop pick

    Best for: Gift buyers after handmade, personalised or vintage items, and makers starting to sell online

    FreeWeb, Android, iOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Shop

    A marketplace of independent sellers too, with far more handmade and vintage goods than Shopify brands.

    Pros

    • Huge range of handmade, custom and vintage goods
    • Cheap to start selling: a small per-listing fee
    • Many sellers offer personalisation and made-to-order work
    • Ships internationally from many shops

    Cons

    • Return policies and shipping times differ shop by shop
    • Some listings are resold mass-produced goods rather than handmade
    • Sellers pay transaction, payment and often ad fees on top of listing fees
    Visit Etsy Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 Etsy a good Shop alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Active sellers
    1.9 million
    Checked Nov 8, 2026etsy.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Active buyers
    31.7 million
    Checked Nov 8, 2026etsy.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cost to start selling
    20 cents per listing
    Checked Nov 8, 2026etsy.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Walmart logo

    2. Walmart

    Best for: US households who want low-price groceries and essentials delivered or ready for pickup

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Shop

    One big-box store with everyday prices and its own delivery, instead of many small brands.

    Pros

    • Groceries and general merchandise in one order, with store pickup
    • Walmart+ costs less per year than Amazon Prime
    • Thousands of US stores for pickup and in-person returns
    • Half-price Walmart+ for students and government assistance recipients

    Cons

    • Free grocery delivery needs a $35 minimum even with Walmart+
    • Marketplace sellers mixed with Walmart's own stock make shipping and returns uneven
    • Walmart.com and Walmart+ serve only US customers
    Visit Walmart Details 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 Walmart a good Shop alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Walmart+ price
    $98 per year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Walmart+ trial
    30 days for $1
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free delivery minimum
    $35 with Walmart+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Student price
    $49 per year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Stores
    More than 10,900 in 19 countries
    Checked Nov 8, 2026corporate.walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $98 a year (Walmart+ annual)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days for $1
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Student discount
    $49 a year or $6.47 a month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026walmart.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Target logo

    3. Target

    Best for: US shoppers who like Target's own brands and want quick pickup or same-day delivery

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Shop

    A single retailer with same-day delivery and in-store pickup in the US.

    Pros

    • Drive-up and in-store pickup are quick and free
    • Target-only home, kids and clothing brands
    • Free loyalty program with regular personalised deals
    • Circle 360 adds an extra 30 days to return items

    Cons

    • Smaller catalogue than Amazon or Walmart
    • Same-day delivery through Circle 360 only at select stores
    • US only
    Visit Target Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Target a good Shop alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Target Circle
    Free to join
    Checked Nov 8, 2026target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Circle 360 price
    $10.99/month or $99/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Circle 360 returns
    Extra 30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Stores
    More than 2,000 in the US
    Checked Nov 8, 2026corporate.target.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner of
    Shipt and Roundel
    Checked Nov 8, 2026corporate.target.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Klarna logo

    4. Klarna

    Best for: Shoppers who want several payment options, including pay in 30 days, at a very wide range of stores

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android

    51.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Shop

    Shopping app with order tracking and pay-later options across many retailers, not only Shopify stores.

    Pros

    • Pay in 4 is interest-free when you pay on time
    • Several options: pay in full, in 30 days, in 4 or monthly
    • Available in many countries and at many retailers
    • Cashback offers in the app

    Cons

    • Late fees apply if a payment can't be collected
    • Monthly financing can carry APRs of up to about 36% in the US
    • Pay in 4 is not offered everywhere in the US, such as Hawaii
    Visit Klarna Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    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 Klarna a good Shop alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Pay in 4
    4 interest-free payments
    Checked Nov 8, 2026klarna.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Payment schedule
    Every 2 weeks
    Checked Nov 8, 2026klarna.com(opens source in a new tab)
    US late fee
    Up to $7
    Checked Nov 8, 2026klarna.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Credit check
    Soft check for Pay in 4
    Checked Nov 8, 2026klarna.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly plans
    3–24 months
    Checked Nov 8, 2026klarna.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Shop alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Etsy logo

Best Shop alternative for most people

Etsy

A marketplace of independent sellers too, with far more handmade and vintage goods than Shopify brands.

Klarna logo

Best Shop alternative for a free option

Klarna

Shopping app with order tracking and pay-later options across many retailers, not only Shopify stores.

Walmart logo

Best Shop alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Walmart

One big-box store with everyday prices and its own delivery, instead of many small brands.

Target logo

Best Shop alternative for iPhone and Android

Target

A single retailer with same-day delivery and in-store pickup in the US.

Etsy logo

Best Shop alternative for working in the browser

Etsy

A marketplace of independent sellers too, with far more handmade and vintage goods than Shopify brands.

Shop alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Shop?

Etsy ranks first right now. A marketplace of independent sellers too, with far more handmade and vintage goods than Shopify brands. Walmart and Target follow it in our ranking.

Shop vs Etsy: what's the difference?

Both Shop and Etsy are free to use. Both run on iOS, Android and Web.

Is Shop free?

Shop is free to use.

How much do Shop alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Shop alternatives: Walmart, $98 a year (Walmart+ annual); Target, $10.99/month or $99/year. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Shop?

Yes. Etsy (free), Walmart (free plan + paid), Target (free plan + paid) and Klarna (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Shop?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Shop?

The complaints we hear most: only Shopify merchants can sell in the app; connecting your inbox for tracking means sharing email data with Shopify; instalments and rewards vary by store and country.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Shop, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.