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Etsy (handmade) vs Shopify + print-on-demand (no stock)

Head-to-head comparison for resale & commerce side hustlers.

Factor
Etsy (handmade)
Shopify + print-on-demand (no stock)
Earnings
$200-$5k/mo
$200-$4k/mo
Time
10-20 hours
5-10 hours
Difficulty
Intermediate
Beginner
Startup cost
Under $100
Under $100
Location
remote
remote
Skills
crafts, design, handmade
design, print-on-demand, marketing
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