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Cloudprinter alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Cloudprinter 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."
Cloudprinter compared with 6 alternatives: Printful, Gelato, Prodigi, Lulu Direct, Printify and 1 more.
Cloudprinter has a free plan. Paid plans start at €199 per month (Business plan). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CloudprinterThis tool | Free plan · from €199/mo | Yes | Web |
| Printful | Free plan · from $24.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Gelato | Free plan · from $19.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Prodigi | Free plan · from $47/mo | Yes | Web |
| Lulu Direct | Free | Free | Web |
| Printify | Free plan · from $24.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Peecho | Free | Free | Web |
Price against what you get
Cloudprinter starts at about $222.32 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 6 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Printify.
Printful, Gelato, Prodigi, Lulu Direct and Peecho 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 Cloudprinter
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 does not cover dropshipping, which Cloudprinter does.
Suits: Brands that want one company to print, check and ship every order
Gelato
Print-on-demand service that prints orders near the buyer
- Gelato starts at $19.99 per month, billed annually ($29.99 billed monthly).
- Gelato does not cover online store and dropshipping, which Cloudprinter does.
Suits: Sellers with buyers in many countries who want shorter delivery distances
Prodigi
Print-on-demand platform for wall art, prints and gifts, with an API
- Prodigi starts at $47 per month, billed annually ($55 billed monthly).
- Prodigi does not cover online store and dropshipping, which Cloudprinter does.
Suits: Artists and photographers selling prints, canvas and framed wall art
Lulu Direct
Print API that prints and ships books to your customers
- Lulu Direct is free.
- Lulu Direct also covers shipping labels.
- Lulu Direct does not cover dropshipping, which Cloudprinter does.
Suits: Businesses that want books printed and shipped automatically from their own store or app
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 also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Printify does not cover dropshipping, which Cloudprinter does.
Suits: Etsy and Shopify sellers who want printed merch without holding stock
Peecho
Photo book and print-on-demand API with free access, pay per order
- Peecho is free.
Suits: Photographers and artists selling photo books and wall art
Limits worth knowing in Cloudprinter
- The Business plan is priced in euros and is bought by contacting sales, not through self-serve checkout.
- Print and shipping costs vary by product and country; the pricing page lists none.
- Ecwid, Order Desk and Big Cartel connections need Zapier, according to the apps page.
- Runs as a web dashboard and API; there are no desktop or mobile apps.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Cloudprinter?
The alternatives to Cloudprinter in this directory are Printful, Gelato, Prodigi, Lulu Direct, Printify and Peecho. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Cloudprinter.
Is there a free alternative to Cloudprinter?
Yes. Lulu Direct and Peecho are free to use. Printful, Gelato, Prodigi and Printify have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Cloudprinter alternatives work on Android?
The Cloudprinter listing does not include an Android app. Printify lists one.
Which Cloudprinter alternatives work on iOS?
The Cloudprinter 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.