Compare Printful: Print on Demand vs Gelato: Print on Demand

Name: Gelato: Print on Demand
Brand: Gelato

Printful: Print on Demand

Sell custom print and embroidery items with no upfront costs

Printful: Print on Demand

Sell custom print and embroidery items with no upfront costs

Printful is a leading print-on-demand (POD) and dropshipping service that integrates seamlessly with Shopify, Wix, and other eCommerce platforms. It handles printing, warehousing, and shipping, allowing merchants to focus on sales.

Key Strengths:

High-quality printing and fulfillment
Direct Shopify integration
Branding customization (packaging, inserts)
Global fulfillment centers

What is Gelato: Print on Demand?

Gelato is a global print-on-demand platform known for its fast, local production and eco-conscious approach. It integrates seamlessly with Shopify, offering a wide range of customizable products.

Key Strengths:

Local production reduces shipping times and carbon footprint.
Extensive product catalog with high-quality printing.
User-friendly Shopify app with automated order processing.

Rating

2,221 Reviews

9.1

520 Reviews

8.7

Pricing

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Features

Custom branding
Quick set-up
Design tools
High-quality products
Product fulfillment
Global sourcing

Global print network
High-quality products
Diverse product range
Local production

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Pros

No upfront costs to start a business
Wide range of products: t-shirts, wall art, blankets, and more
Dropshipping: Printful handles printing, packaging, and shipping
High-quality products with good reviews
Easy to set up and use, with intuitive design tools
Custom branding options including packaging and packing slips
Multiple sourcing locations: Australia, Canada, Spain, Japan, Latvia, Mexico, United States
Good customer support with fast response times
Seamless integration with platforms like Shopify
Educational videos and resources to support setup
Fast order fulfillment and shipping times
Positive user feedback on product quality and consistency

Well-designed interface and easy setup process
Great onboarding experience and multiple product options
High product quality and efficient logistics
Local production reduces carbon emissions
Intuitive and user-friendly, even for beginners
Good integration with Shopify, easy to move designs
Versatile with multiple printing options
Support is generally helpful and responsive
Bulk implementation feature available
High level of control and customization for products
Positive user feedback on overall experience

Cons

Some users report high shipping costs impacting profitability
Issues with syncing products to platforms like Shopify, especially for larger inventories
Difficulties in uploading artwork and creating mockups
Limited diversity in product mock-ups
Complaints about product inventory visibility and consistency
Customer service can sometimes be unresponsive or slow
Integration issues between Printful and other e-commerce platforms
Site performance issues: slow loading times and occasional lock-ups
Limited availability of larger product sizes (eg, 3X to 5X)
Lack of support for languages other than English

Limited product range compared to competitors
Issues with personalization tool and certain themes
Technical issues affecting website functionality
Delayed or poor customer support response
Shipping issues to certain destinations

Launched

Nov 24, 2013

Jun 16, 2020

Developer

Built by Printful

Apps:

Average Rating:

4.6

Reviews:

2,221

Built by Gelato

Apps:

Average Rating:

4.7

Reviews:

520

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Compare Printful: Print on Demand vs Gelato: Print on Demand

Printful: Print on Demand

Gelato: Print on Demand

Printful: Print on Demand

Gelato: Print on Demand

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What is Printful: Print on Demand?