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Linnworks vs Sortly

Linnworks logo

Linnworks

Inventory

Multi-channel commerce automation

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Sortly logo

Sortly

Inventory

Visual inventory management with photo tracking

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Sortly has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Linnworks no published pricing on website; prospective customers must request a custom quote to learn costs; Sortly mobile app performance is slow with occasional crashes on both iOS and Android
  • They diverge on capability: Linnworks covers Inventory sync, Sortly covers Photo-based inventory.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Linnworks and Sortly actually diverge.

Attributes where Linnworks and Sortly differ
AttributeLinnworksSortly
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, MobileWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20092013

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Inventory).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Linnworks

  • Inventory sync
  • Order management
  • Shipping automation
  • Warehouse management
  • Amazon
  • eBay
  • Shopify
  • Magento

Only in Sortly

  • Photo-based inventory
  • Multi-location support
  • Custom categories
  • Low stock notifications
  • Barcode scanning
  • CSV export
  • API access
  • Zapier

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Cloud-based support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Linnworks

  • Multichannel inventory synchronization across 100+ marketplacesnot Sortly
  • Order fulfillment automation and warehouse operationsnot Sortly
  • Real-time stock management across Amazon, eBay, Walmart, TikTok Shopnot Sortly
  • 3PL and fulfillment center operationsnot Sortly

Sortly

  • Visual inventory trackingnot Linnworks
  • Asset managementnot Linnworks
  • Photo documentationnot Linnworks
  • Mobile inventorynot Linnworks

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Linnworks

  • No published pricing on website; prospective customers must request a custom quote to learn costs
  • Pricing based on monthly order volume makes costs difficult to predict without direct vendor communication
  • Multiple add-on modules (Listing, WMS, Forecasting) each incur additional monthly charges beyond base plan pricing

Sortly

  • Mobile app performance is slow with occasional crashes on both iOS and Android
  • Minimal advanced reporting features lacking depth and customization options
  • No native serial number tracking capability, limiting asset management functionality
  • Synchronization problems occur when reconnecting from offline mode

Pricing, plan by plan

Linnworks

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Linnworks review.

Sortly

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Sortly review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Linnworks if

  • You need inventory sync.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want order management.
Linnworks review

Choose Sortly if

  • You need photo-based inventory.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want multi-location support.
Sortly review

Questions people ask

Is Linnworks or Sortly better?
Neither clearly leads. Linnworks starts at On request and Sortly at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Linnworks or Sortly?
Sortly has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Linnworks and Free for Sortly.
Does Linnworks or Sortly run on more platforms?
Linnworks runs on Web, Mobile. Sortly runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Sortly for free?
Yes. Sortly has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Linnworks starts at On request.
What is Linnworks best used for?
Linnworks is most often used for multichannel inventory synchronization across 100+ marketplaces, order fulfillment automation and warehouse operations, real-time stock management across amazon, ebay, walmart, tiktok shop, 3pl and fulfillment center operations. Of those, multichannel inventory synchronization across 100+ marketplaces and order fulfillment automation and warehouse operations are not what Sortly is typically brought in for.
What can Linnworks do that Sortly cannot?
Linnworks covers Inventory sync, Order management, Shipping automation, Warehouse management. Sortly covers Photo-based inventory, Multi-location support, Custom categories, Low stock notifications. Both handle Web support, Cloud-based support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Linnworks: How is Linnworks pricing structured?

Linnworks charges based on monthly order volume, not percentage fees or revenue. Pricing is custom-quoted and includes two main tiers: SkuVault Core for warehouse management and Linnworks Advanced for end-to-end ecommerce management.

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Sortly: What is included in Sortly's free plan?

Sortly's free plan includes 100 unique items and 1 user license, sufficient for testing or very small inventories, with permanent access.

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Linnworks: What happens if I exceed my monthly order limit on Linnworks?

If your monthly orders exceed the limit in your custom plan, overage fees apply. Linnworks recommends reviewing your usage with a specialist to adjust your tier or add capacity as needed.

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Sortly: What are Sortly's paid tier pricing and item limits?

Sortly offers Advanced ($49/month, 500 items), Ultra ($149/month, 2,000 items), Premium ($299/month, 5,000 items), and Enterprise with custom pricing for 10,000+ items. All paid plans include a 14-day free trial.

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Linnworks: What add-on modules are available for Linnworks?

Available add-ons include Linnworks Listing for multichannel listings, Linnworks WMS for warehouse management, Linnworks Forecasting at a flat fee, and SkuVault Enhanced Warehouse. Each incurs separate monthly charges.

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Sortly: Does Sortly offer offline functionality?

Sortly has offline mode on mobile apps, though with potential synchronization issues when reconnecting. Offline mode is not available on the free plan.

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Linnworks: Are there onboarding costs in addition to Linnworks monthly fees?

Yes, Linnworks charges a one-time onboarding fee calculated based on your selected package, implementation timeline, and available resources. The exact cost is determined during quote generation.

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Sortly: Does Sortly have a mobile app?

Yes, Sortly offers mobile apps for iOS and Android. However, users report slow performance and occasional crashes, plus lack of bulk actions available on the web platform.

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