Let me be real with you.
If you’re trying to build a print on demand brand and stuck choosing between Apliiq and Printful, the answer isn’t simple — it depends on whether you want to build a real clothing brand or just sell some quick merch.
I’ve run multiple POD stores over the last decade, scaled and failed with both platforms, and tested everything from DTG to embroidery to full private label setups.
This guide’s gonna break it all down — no corporate BS.
Just the stuff you actually need to know to make money with print on demand.
Let’s cut through it:
Apliiq = Fashion branding powerhouse. Think woven labels, private label streetwear, and customisation that actually makes your product look pro. Printful = Swiss Army knife for speed and scale. It gets stuff printed and shipped fast, but your product looks like every other POD store out there.If you care about brand perception and building something that people wear — not just buy once — Apliiq’s the stronger choice.
If you just want to push merch for followers or test ideas quickly? Printful's a beast.
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