Saleor
Sellfy
| Feature | Saleor | Sellfy |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $300/mo | From $29/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Best For | developer-teams, enterprise-ecommerce, multi-channel-retailers, graphql-enthusiasts | creators, artists, musicians, digital-product-sellers |
| Founded | 2018 | 2011 |
| Graphql Api | ✓ | ✗ |
| Multi Channel | ✓ | ✗ |
| Dashboard | ✓ | ✗ |
| Webhooks | ✓ | ✗ |
| Apps System | ✓ | ✗ |
| Warehouse Management | ✓ | ✗ |
| Promotions Engine | ✓ | ✗ |
| Digital Products | ✗ | ✓ |
| Subscriptions | ✗ | ✓ |
| Print On Demand | ✗ | ✓ |
| Email Marketing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Discount Codes | ✗ | ✓ |
| Analytics | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Saleor Pros
- GraphQL API-first architecture for modern frontends
- Enterprise features in free open-source edition
- Strong multi-channel commerce capabilities
- Built-in dashboard with excellent UX
✗ Saleor Cons
- Cloud hosting is expensive for startups
- Smaller community than Shopify/WooCommerce
- Self-hosting requires Python/Django expertise
✓ Sellfy Pros
- No transaction fees
- Built-in marketing tools
- Great for digital products
- Print-on-demand included
✗ Sellfy Cons
- Limited store customization
- Basic SEO options
- No marketplace exposure
The Verdict
Saleor is built for developer teams and enterprise ecommerce, with a focus on graphql-api and multi-channel. Sellfy targets creators and artists and leads with digital-products and subscriptions.
On pricing, Sellfy is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $29/mo compared to $300/mo for Saleor. That $271/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Saleor has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Sellfy requires a paid subscription from day one.
Feature-wise, Saleor offers broader built-in capabilities (7 features vs 6), while Sellfy takes a more focused approach — which can mean a simpler, faster onboarding experience.
This is a genuinely close comparison. If you can, sign up for both free trials (where available) and run a one-week test with your actual team tasks before deciding.