Alternatives to Shopify (SnackDial vs. Shopify)
Shopify is a popular e-commerce platform that allows businesses to easily create their own online stores.
Since Shopify is built as a general e-commerce solution, customizing it to the needs of a food or snack business can be difficult. You’ll need to spend a considerable amount of time configuring it, and you may need to spend more money on a developer to help you or on buying add-ons (plug-ins).
There are a number of other platforms that offer more specialized features and functionality for food businesses.
One of the best alternatives to Shopify for food and snack business owners is SnackDial.
SnackDial is a platform that is specifically designed for food businesses. It offers a number of features that are tailored to the needs of food businesses, such as:
- Food-specific features: SnackDial's product catalog is designed to make it easy for food businesses to list and sell their products online. Since Shopify’s features are built for everyone, it can be harder to configure.
- A built-in delivery system: SnackDial has a built-in delivery system that allows food businesses to offer delivery to their customers.
- A marketing suite: SnackDial offers a built in rewards program as well as an affiliate program you can use.
- Wholesale & catering features: SnackDial comes with features to help you serve your wholesale customers and even offer them deferred payment options. You can also easily setup catering.
In addition to its specialized features, SnackDial is also more affordable than Shopify. Shopify's team plan is currently $105/month, while SnackDial's premium team plan starts at just $49 per month.
Here are some of the reasons why SnackDial may make more sense for you as a food/snack business owner:
- SnackDial is specifically designed for food businesses: SnackDial has a number of features that are tailored to the needs of food businesses, such as a built-in wholesale and catering suite, automated review collection, a built-in delivery system, and a marketing suite.
- Personalized service: SnackDial is a small business whereas Shopify is a massive company. Because we’re small, we can provide you with a more personalized service. Whether you need help setting up your account, or you have some general business questions, we’re happy to help. Our mission is to help snack entrepreneurs so that everyone can consume higher quality snacks. We’re happy to help guide you, so don’t hesitate to reach out!
- SnackDial is more affordable than Shopify: Shopify’s team plan is currently $105/month, while SnackDial's premium team plan starts at just $49 per month.
- SnackDial offers a percentage of sales pricing option: SnackDial offers a plan where you only pay 5% of your sales (in addition to credit card fees of 2.9% + .30), which is perfect for those just starting out and testing the waters.
If you are looking for an alternative to Shopify, SnackDial is a great option. It is specifically designed for food businesses, it is more affordable than Shopify, and we offer a more personalized service.