Alternatives · Print on Demand
Bonfire alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Bonfire alternative for most people is Printify (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of print-on-demand and dropshipping services. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Up to 5 stores per account."
Bonfire compared with 5 alternatives: SunFrog, Spreadshirt, Printful, Printify and Cotton Bureau.
Bonfire is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $8.25 per month (Essentials), billing basis not confirmed. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BonfireThis tool | Free trial · from $8.25/mo | Trial only | Web |
| SunFrog | Free | Free | Web |
| Spreadshirt | Free | Free | Web |
| Printful | Free plan · from $24.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Printify | Free plan · from $24.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Cotton Bureau | Free | Free | Web |
Price against what you get
Bonfire starts at $8.25 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Spreadshirt and Printful.
Printify scores higher without starting lower. SunFrog and Cotton Bureau start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Bonfire
SunFrog
Print-on-demand tee store with a free seller and affiliate program
- SunFrog is free.
- SunFrog has a free plan, which Bonfire lacks.
- SunFrog also covers affiliate tracking.
Suits: Creators who want to earn commission without handling stock
Spreadshirt
Free Spreadshop stores with print-on-demand apparel and gifts
- Spreadshirt is free.
- Spreadshirt has a free plan, which Bonfire lacks.
- Spreadshirt also covers dropshipping.
Suits: Creators and clubs wanting a shop without upfront cost
Printful
Print-on-demand company that makes and ships orders in-house
- Printful starts at $24.99 per month (Growth), free once sales reach $12K a year.
- Printful has a free plan, which Bonfire lacks.
Suits: Brands that want one company to print, check and ship every order
Printify
Print-on-demand marketplace with 2,000+ products and 70+ printers
- Printify starts at $24.99 per month, billed yearly ($39 billed monthly).
- Printify has a free plan, which Bonfire lacks.
- Printify also lists iOS and Android apps.
Suits: Etsy and Shopify sellers who want printed merch without holding stock
Cotton Bureau
Curated tee marketplace where designers sell on demand or pre-order
- Cotton Bureau is free.
- Cotton Bureau has a free plan, which Bonfire lacks.
Suits: Illustrators and designers who want to sell tees without handling production
Limits worth knowing in Bonfire
- The pricing page text shows only one billing view; the Pay monthly price was not readable.
- Higher profit margins require the Super plan.
- The home page also mentions fundraising campaigns, which this record does not detail.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Bonfire?
The alternatives to Bonfire in this directory are SunFrog, Spreadshirt, Printful, Printify and Cotton Bureau. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bonfire.
Is there a free alternative to Bonfire?
Yes. SunFrog, Spreadshirt and Cotton Bureau are free to use. Printful and Printify have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Bonfire alternatives work on Android?
The Bonfire listing does not include an Android app. Printify lists one.
Which Bonfire alternatives work on iOS?
The Bonfire listing does not include an iOS app. Printify lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.