What this site is
podprofitcheck.org is a free print-on-demand profit calculator that compares Printify, Printful, and Gelato side by side after all supplier base costs, shipping, and Etsy fees. It is not affiliated with any POD supplier.
Formula
Net Profit = Sale Price + Shipping − Listing Fee − Transaction Fee − Payment Processing − Supplier Base Cost − Supplier Shipping Cost
Etsy fees: $0.20 listing + 6.5% transaction + 3% + $0.25 processing (US).
Base cost sources (verified June 2026)
| Supplier | Source | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Printify | Printify public catalog — Gildan 64000 / Bella+Canvas 3001 | Free plan rates |
| Printful | Printful public pricing page | Standard rates |
| Gelato | Gelato public catalog — US base costs | Standard rates |
Affiliate disclosure
podprofitcheck.org links to Printify and Printful affiliate programs. Affiliate relationships do not affect which supplier the calculator shows as the winner. The comparison uses verified public pricing only.
Limitations
Base costs shown are for US fulfillment. International costs vary. Printify Premium pricing ($24.99/month) is not used in default comparisons. Supplier costs fluctuate — always verify in your supplier's dashboard before setting live prices.