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title: "Mercader vs Linktree, Beacons, Shopify and Etsy: honest comparisons"
description: "Four honest comparisons with verified prices: what each tool does, when to choose it, and when Mercader fits better for a commission-free storefront."
url: https://www.mercader.app/en/comparativas
language: en
---

# Mercader vs Linktree, Beacons, Shopify and Etsy

> Verified prices, features and when to choose each alternative. No mudslinging: if another tool fits what you do better, we say so.

## The four comparisons

- [Mercader vs Linktree (2026): pricing and when to choose each](https://www.mercader.app/en/comparativas/linktree.md) — Linktree. An honest comparison of Mercader and Linktree: verified prices, features, when Linktree wins and when you need a catalog, events and enquiries. (Verified on October 28, 2026)
- [Mercader vs Beacons (2026): pricing, fees and when to choose each](https://www.mercader.app/en/comparativas/beacons.md) — Beacons. We compare Mercader and Beacons with verified prices: link in bio, digital store, email and commissions. See when Beacons is the better fit. (Verified on October 28, 2026)
- [Mercader vs Shopify (2026): real prices and when to choose each](https://www.mercader.app/en/comparativas/shopify.md) — Shopify. Shopify from €24/month and Mercader with a monthly fee and no commission. We compare checkout, catalog, events and the real cost for an artisan. (Verified on October 28, 2026)
- [Mercader vs Etsy (2026): real fees and when to choose each](https://www.mercader.app/en/comparativas/etsy.md) — Etsy. Etsy charges $0.20 per listing, a 6.5% transaction fee and optional ads. We compare its costs with Mercader, which does not process payments or charge commission. (Verified on October 24, 2026)

> Mercader does not process payments or charge commission on direct sales.

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Translations: [Español](https://www.mercader.app/es/comparativas.md)