SMB teams that want a low entry point and a real evaluation path usually choose Salestio: $29 to start, a $0 tier to connect and audit before paying, and a 14-day free trial on all paid plans. Larger operations that need warehouse management, shipping manifests, and 100+ integrations invest in Linnworks.
Explore six reasons merchants move from Linnworks to Salestio, plus honest pros and cons to help you select the multichannel stack that matches your operations.
Quick Snapshot Comparison
At-a-glance comparison of key factors
| Factor |
Salestio
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Linnworks
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|---|---|---|
| Best For | SMB marketplace sellers | High-volume warehouse operations |
| Pricing | Order-based plans ($29 / $79 / $199 / $299 per month, plus Custom) | Quote only — $449/mo minimum reported (third-party reported; Linnworks does not publish pricing) |
| Pricing Model | Published and self-serve — the full grid is on /pricing and in the Shopify App Store | Quote-only, metered on order volume; Linnworks states there are no percentage fees |
| Setup Time | Hours to days (self-service, no onboarding fee) | Weeks (onboarding fee applies) |
| Support Response | Fast specialist response included in the plan | Ticket-based enterprise support |
| Core Focus | Marketplace integration (Amazon, eBay, Etsy) | Full inventory/warehouse management |
| Platform Support | 5 platforms (Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware, PrestaShop) | 3 platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce) |
| User Interface | Modern, intuitive store-native design | Warehouse-focused dashboard |
What Both Platforms Do
Core marketplace integration delivered by both solutions:
Both reduce multichannel busywork, and both meter on order volume. The choice is a store-native marketplace integration you can price yourself in a minute (Salestio) vs. a comprehensive inventory and warehouse suite you have to be quoted for (Linnworks).
Side-by-Side Deep Dive
Detailed comparison of key business factors
Pricing: Published and Self-Serve vs Quote-Only
Published, Self-Serve Order-Based Plans
Salestio's full grid is on /pricing and in the Shopify App Store — no sales call, no NDA. Starter is $29/month for 100 marketplace orders, Growth $79 for 500, Scale $199 for 3,000 and Ultimate $299 for 7,000, with a Custom tier above that. Extra orders are billed per order ($0.15 on Starter down to $0.04 on Scale and Ultimate) and capped, so the bill can't run away — imports pause at the cap until you upgrade. Every plan's worst case is capped at the next plan's price: Starter tops out at $79, Growth at $199, Scale at $299. Only marketplace orders imported into your store count toward the quota — your own storefront orders don't. Month-to-month, USD, cancel anytime. No setup fees, no per-marketplace fees, no revenue share.
Quote-Only, Metered on Order Volume
Linnworks does not publish pricing. Packages combine Linnworks Advanced with SkuVault Core, plus paid add-ons and an onboarding fee, and the site states the platform is priced on order volume rather than revenue, with no percentage fees. Third-party reports — not vendor-published figures — put the minimum around $449/month plus overages, roughly $600/month for a typical deployment, and around $1,000/month at enterprise scale. Your real number comes from a quote.
Support: Dedicated Specialists vs Enterprise System
Fast Dedicated Marketplace Support
Salestio provides fast, helpful support directly from marketplace integration specialists. Get expert help with Amazon variations, eBay listings, Etsy optimization, or technical issues. Personal onboarding and ongoing assistance are included in your plan — email support on Starter and Growth, priority email on Scale, and dedicated support on Ultimate, with no additional support fees.
Enterprise Support System
Linnworks offers enterprise-level support with a ticket-based system. As a comprehensive warehouse management platform, support covers a wide range of inventory, fulfillment, and integration topics. Professional onboarding services are charged separately as a one-off fee calculated on your package.
Setup: Self-Serve vs Paid Onboarding
Rapid Self-Service Setup
Salestio can be set up in hours to days without a sales call. Install the native app on your Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware, or PrestaShop store, connect your Amazon/eBay/Etsy accounts, and start syncing. You can connect and audit on the free tier before paying, then take a 14-day free trial on any paid plan — no onboarding fee at any point.
Quoted, Paid Onboarding
Linnworks setup typically takes weeks and includes a paid onboarding fee. The company describes it as a one-off fee calculated on your best-fit package, on top of the monthly licence and any paid add-ons. Configuration of the Advanced and SkuVault Core modules happens before you go live.
Platform: Marketplace Focus vs Warehouse System
Store-Native Marketplace Integration
Salestio provides stable marketplace integration focused on Amazon, eBay, and Etsy, and marketplace orders land as native orders in your Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware, or PrestaShop admin. Sync frequency scales with the plan — every 15 minutes on Growth, real-time on Scale and Ultimate — so you can match the tier to your order volume rather than to a quote.
Comprehensive Warehouse Platform
Linnworks offers a comprehensive warehouse management system with inventory tracking across multiple locations, fulfillment features, and extensive integrations. As an enterprise platform it provides robust capabilities for businesses needing full warehouse operations alongside marketplace selling, operated from its own dashboard.
Focus: Marketplace Integration vs Full WMS
Focused Marketplace Excellence
Salestio focuses on what SMBs need most: excellent Amazon, eBay, and Etsy integration. Deep features include parent-child variations, GTIN exemption workflows, eBay Motors support, Etsy listing optimization, and sync frequency that steps up with the plan. One published plan covers every marketplace and every connected account, so you're not paying a WMS licence for features you don't use.
Comprehensive WMS System
Linnworks is a full warehouse management system with 100+ integrations, multi-location inventory, 3PL fulfillment, forecasting, and advanced WMS features. That breadth suits high-volume operations with real warehouse needs, but it is more platform — and more onboarding — than an SMB selling mainly through Amazon, eBay, and Etsy usually needs.
Interface: Store-Native vs Warehouse Dashboard
Modern Store-Native Interface
Salestio works directly within your e-commerce platform admin. Edit products in Shopify, BigCommerce, or WooCommerce where you already work, and receive marketplace orders as native store orders — no separate system to learn or staff. Designed for marketplace sellers, not warehouse operators.
Comprehensive Warehouse Dashboard
Linnworks provides a comprehensive warehouse management interface designed for inventory control across multiple locations, fulfillment operations, and complex order routing. The platform prioritizes warehouse functionality, which gives powerful tools to operations that need that level of control.
Feature Comparison Matrix
Visual comparison with performance indicators
| Feature | Salestio | Linnworks | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Pricing | Full grid published on /pricing and in the Shopify App Store: $29 / $79 / $199 / $299 per month, plus Custom | No published pricing — figures come from a quote; $449/mo minimum reported (third-party reported) | Salestio |
| Entry Point & Evaluation Path | $29 entry, a $0 tier to connect and audit first, and a 14-day free trial on all paid plans | Sales conversation and paid onboarding before go-live | Salestio |
| Implementation Speed | Self-service launch in hours or days | Managed onboarding that can take weeks | Salestio |
| Platform Support | Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware, PrestaShop — the same order-based plans apply on all five | Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce | Salestio |
| Marketplace Depth | Amazon (20 regions), eBay (22 marketplaces + Motors), Etsy | Marketplace support alongside WMS tools | Tie |
| Warehouse & WMS | Marketplace-focused workflow (no WMS) | Advanced warehouse management and automation | Linnworks |
| Order Routing & Shipping | Standard order sync and shipping integrations | Advanced order routing, shipping labels, carrier rules | Linnworks |
| Total Integrations | Core marketplaces plus 5 storefront platforms | 100+ marketplace, warehouse, and shipping integrations | Linnworks |
6 Reasons to Choose Salestio over Linnworks
Why SMBs choose focused efficiency over enterprise complexity
You Can Read the Price Before You Buy
Salestio publishes the whole grid on /pricing and in the Shopify App Store: $29, $79, $199 and $299 per month, plus Custom. Linnworks publishes no pricing — every figure comes from a quote.
Start at $29, Not at a Sales Call
$29 entry, a $0 tier to connect and audit before you pay, and a 14-day free trial on all paid plans. Third-party reports put the Linnworks minimum around $449/mo plus overages (Linnworks does not publish pricing).
Launch in Hours, With No Onboarding Fee
Self-service setup in hours to days. Linnworks charges a one-off onboarding fee calculated on your package, on top of the monthly licence and paid add-ons.
A Known Ceiling, Not Just a Base Price
Extra orders are billed per order ($0.15 on Starter down to $0.04 on Scale and Ultimate) and capped. Every plan's worst case is capped at the next plan's price: Starter tops out at $79, Growth at $199, Scale at $299.
Focus on Marketplaces, Not Warehouses
Excellent Amazon/eBay/Etsy integration without licensing warehouse management features you don't need. One plan covers every marketplace and every connected account.
Dedicated Marketplace Support
Fast response from specialists who understand Amazon, eBay, and Etsy, included in your plan price — email on Starter and Growth, priority email on Scale, dedicated support on Ultimate.
Pros and Cons Side-by-Side
Honest assessment of strengths and limitations
Salestio
✅ Pros:
- Published, self-serve pricing: $29, $79, $199 and $299 per month, plus Custom — no sales call, no NDA
- Low entry: $29/month, a $0 tier to connect and audit before paying, and a 14-day free trial on all paid plans
- Extra orders are billed per order ($0.15 on Starter down to $0.04 on Scale and Ultimate) and capped, so the bill can't run away — imports pause at the cap until you upgrade
- Every plan's worst case is capped at the next plan's price: Starter tops out at $79, Growth at $199, Scale at $299
- One plan covers Amazon, eBay and Etsy — no setup fees, no per-marketplace fees, no revenue share
- Only marketplace orders imported into your store count toward the quota — your own storefront orders don't
- The same order-based plans apply on Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware and PrestaShop
- Rapid self-service setup in hours to days, with no onboarding fee
- Marketplace orders land as native store orders — no second dashboard to run
- Month-to-month, USD, cancel anytime
⚠️ Cons:
- Focused on marketplaces (not full warehouse management)
- Fewer total integrations than a 100+ integration WMS suite
- No advanced WMS features
- Not designed for complex multi-warehouse operations
- No built-in 3PL fulfillment features
Linnworks
✅ Pros:
- Comprehensive warehouse management system
- 100+ integrations available
- Advanced WMS features
- 3PL fulfillment capabilities
- Forecasting and analytics tools
- Multi-location inventory management
- Priced on order volume rather than revenue — Linnworks states there are no percentage fees
- Supports high-volume operations
⚠️ Cons:
- No published pricing — every figure comes from a sales conversation
- Third-party reports put the minimum around $449/mo plus overages (third-party reported, not vendor-published)
- Onboarding fee on top of the licence
- Paid add-ons on top of the Linnworks Advanced + SkuVault Core package
- No free tier or self-serve trial to evaluate before talking to sales
- Enterprise-focused interface with a learning curve
- Runs as a separate dashboard rather than inside your store admin
- Warehouse features may be unnecessary for marketplace-only sellers
💰 Pricing Comparison
Transparent vs. custom pricing models
| Tier | Salestio | Linnworks |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $29/month (100 marketplace orders/mo, all marketplaces) | Quote only — $449/mo minimum + overages (third-party reported; Linnworks does not publish pricing) |
| Growth | $79/month (500 orders/mo, all marketplaces) | Quote only — no tier published at this volume; $449/mo minimum reported (third-party reported) |
| Scale | $199/month (3,000 orders/mo, real-time sync) | Quote only — ~$600/mo typical (third-party reported) |
| Ultimate | $299/month (7,000 orders/mo, real-time sync) | Quote only — ~$1,000/mo at enterprise scale (third-party reported) |
| Enterprise | Custom (unlimited orders) | Quote only — Linnworks Advanced + SkuVault Core, priced on order volume |
| Setup Fees | None | Onboarding fee required (amount not published) |
🔧 Technical Specifications
| Specification | Salestio | Linnworks |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | Hours to days (self-service, no onboarding fee) | Weeks (onboarding fee applies) |
| Learning Curve | Easy, merchant-friendly | Enterprise-level learning curve |
| Integration Type | Native platform apps | Standalone inventory system |
| Data Sync Frequency | Every 30 minutes on Starter, every 15 minutes on Growth, real-time on Scale and Ultimate | Near real-time |
🔌 Integration Capabilities
| Platform Type | Salestio | Linnworks |
|---|---|---|
| E-commerce Platforms | Multi-platform: Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware, PrestaShop (5 total) | Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce (3 total) |
| Core Marketplaces | Amazon (20 regions), eBay (22 marketplaces + Motors), Etsy | Amazon, eBay, Etsy, + 97 other integrations |
| Order Processing | Marketplace orders land as native store orders, with advanced field mapping | Advanced order management in a separate dashboard |
| Warehouse Management | Basic inventory sync (marketplace-focused) | Advanced WMS with multi-location support |
| Implementation | Self-service with guided setup | Professional onboarding required (additional cost) |
📞 Support Options Comparison
| Support Type | Salestio | Linnworks |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Assistance | Personal 1:1 onboarding included on paid plans | Paid onboarding fee |
| Response Time | Quick response from marketplace experts | Ticket-based enterprise support |
| Technical Depth | Deep marketplace and platform expertise | Inventory and warehouse expertise across 100+ integrations |
| Ongoing Support | Included in your plan — email on Starter and Growth, priority email on Scale, dedicated support on Ultimate | Included in the licence; professional services quoted separately |
🎯 When to Choose Salestio
Checklist to determine if Salestio fits your business
- You want to see the price before you talk to anyone — the full grid is on /pricing
- You want to start at $29/month and step up as marketplace order volume grows
- You want a $0 tier and a 14-day free trial to evaluate before committing
- You want a known ceiling: capped overage, with each plan's worst case equal to the next plan's price
- You need Amazon, eBay, and Etsy integration rather than 100+ WMS integrations
- You want marketplace orders to land as native orders in your store admin, not in a second dashboard
- You need responsive marketplace specialists rather than a general enterprise ticket queue
- You're an SMB/mid-market brand, not a high-volume warehouse operation
Check the published Salestio grid, then start a 14-day free trial on any paid plan.
Start Free Trial💬 What Merchants Say
Real experiences from SMB merchants
"We could read the price on the site before we ever spoke to anyone - about 180 marketplace orders a month, Growth at $79. Getting that number out of an enterprise vendor took weeks."
"What sold us was knowing the ceiling: Growth can't bill past $199 no matter what December does. That's the part we couldn't get a straight answer on anywhere else."
"We started on the free tier to check our SKUs actually mapped, then moved to a paid plan. No quote, no onboarding fee, and the marketplace orders show up straight in our Shopify admin."
Frequently Asked Questions
🔄 Migration from Linnworks to Salestio
Simple, step-by-step migration process
Run the Free Health Check
Use the free audit at /marketplace-health-check to see how your listings, SKUs and monthly marketplace order volume map onto a published Salestio plan before you pay anything.
Install Salestio
Install Salestio on your e-commerce platform (Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Shopware, or PrestaShop). Takes minutes, with no onboarding fee.
Connect Marketplaces
Connect your Amazon, eBay, and Etsy accounts. One plan covers all of them, and our team guides you through authorization and initial configuration.
Link Existing Listings
Migration assistance is included on any paid plan — we link your existing listings on matching SKUs instead of re-creating them. The step-by-step checklist lives at /migration.
Parallel Testing
Run Salestio alongside Linnworks briefly (1-2 weeks) to verify orders, inventory sync, and listing accuracy before the full switch.
Pick Your Plan and Switch
Choose the plan that matches your monthly marketplace order count — Starter 100, Growth 500, Scale 3,000, Ultimate 7,000 — disconnect Linnworks, and stay on month-to-month billing you can check on /pricing.
Timeline: Most migrations complete within 1-2 weeks; the full checklist is at /migration and the free audit at /marketplace-health-check.
Thinking about switching from Linnworks?
Migration assistance is included on any paid plan: we link your existing listings on matching SKUs instead of re-creating them. Or have us run the whole move and the operations afterwards.
How migration works Get a free health checkConclusion & Next Steps
Both Linnworks and Salestio are capable platforms, and both meter on order volume. Linnworks excels as a comprehensive warehouse management system with 100+ integrations for high-volume operations, priced by quote — third-party reports put the minimum around $449/mo plus overages, since Linnworks does not publish pricing. Salestio delivers focused Amazon/eBay/Etsy integration on a published grid: $29, $79, $199 and $299 per month, plus Custom.
If you want to know the price before you talk to sales, start at $29, and evaluate on a free tier and a 14-day trial, Salestio is the simpler path. For high-volume warehouse operations that need full WMS features and 100+ integrations, Linnworks' breadth may be the better choice.
Want to see the price before you talk to sales?
Check the published Salestio grid on /pricing, then start your 14-day free trial on any paid plan.