Alternatives · Online Stores
Faire alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Faire alternative for most people is Shopify (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of online store builders. The best free one is Big Cartel (2.8 GPA).
Faire compared with 5 alternatives: Storenvy, Shopify, BigCommerce, Big Cartel and Ecwid.
Faire's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| FaireThis tool | Free | Free | Web |
| Storenvy | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Shopify | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| BigCommerce | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Big Cartel | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Ecwid | From $5/mo | No | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Faire
Storenvy
Custom online store plus a social shopping marketplace
- Storenvy starts at $9.99 per month (Artisan); free plan up to 20 products.
- Storenvy also covers digital downloads.
Suits: Small creators who want a free store with marketplace exposure
Shopify
Hosted commerce platform for online, in-person and social selling
- Shopify starts at $29 per month, billed yearly ($39 billed monthly).
- Shopify has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Faire.
- Shopify also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Shopify also covers email campaigns and shipping labels.
Suits: Brands that sell online and in person from one stock count
BigCommerce
Hosted ecommerce platform with plans set by yearly sales
- BigCommerce starts at $29 per month, billed annually ($39 billed monthly).
- BigCommerce has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Faire.
- BigCommerce also lists iOS and Android apps.
- BigCommerce also covers reports.
Suits: Stores that want many built-in features without adding paid apps
Big Cartel
Simple online store for artists, makers and independent sellers
- Big Cartel starts at $12 per month, billed annually ($15 billed monthly).
- Big Cartel also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Big Cartel also covers digital downloads and shipping labels.
Suits: Artists, bands and makers selling merch or small runs of their own work
Ecwid
Online store you can add to any website or run as its own site
- Ecwid starts at $5 per month (Starter).
- Ecwid has no free plan, unlike Faire.
- Ecwid also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Ecwid also covers digital downloads and shipping labels.
Suits: Owners of an existing website who want to add a store without rebuilding
Limits worth knowing in Faire
- The brand-side pricing and fee pages are behind a bot check, so what a brand pays to sell is not recorded here.
- Faire is a marketplace for wholesale buying and selling, not a store builder for your own site.
- Wholesale prices are shown only after signing up as a retailer.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Faire?
The alternatives to Faire in this directory are Storenvy, Shopify, BigCommerce, Big Cartel and Ecwid. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Faire.
Is there a free alternative to Faire?
Yes. Storenvy and Big Cartel have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Faire alternatives work on Android?
The Faire listing does not include an Android app. Shopify, BigCommerce, Big Cartel and Ecwid list one.
Which Faire alternatives work on iOS?
The Faire listing does not include an iOS app. Shopify, BigCommerce, Big Cartel and Ecwid list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.