A Special Batch vs Shopify: which is better for batch sellers?
Both let you sell online. The difference is what happens when you sell in batches — a window that opens, fills up, and closes — instead of keeping stock on a shelf all year. Here is how A Special Batch and Shopify compare for that way of selling.
Feature comparison
| Feature | A Special Batch | Shopify |
|---|---|---|
| Time-limited order windows | Yes | No |
| No per-sale cut | Yes | No |
| Custom order requests | Yes | No |
| Subscriptions | Yes | Yes |
| Team access | Yes | Yes |
| Third-party app store | No | Yes |
Pricing
A Special Batch
$49.90 / year
Everything included. No per-sale cuts, no setup fees.
Shopify
$29/month
Competitor pricing checked September 2026
When to choose A Special Batch
Choose A Special Batch if you sell in batches: you open an order window, take a fixed number of orders, make everything at once, and hand it over on a set day. The order window, the capacity limit, and the pickup or delivery day are the product here, not an add-on.
Choose Shopify if you carry always-on stock, need its app ecosystem, or are scaling past what a one-person kitchen can make.