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Playto vs BeFree vs Shopify
The only community platform that pays you to build.
The Ultimate Comparison
See how Playto stacks up against BeFree and Shopify.
Feature
BeFree
Shopify
Playto
Monthly Cost
$199
$399
Free
Transaction Fee
8%
10.1%
2.5% card / 0.2% bank
Community Feed
Courses
Gamification
Regional Payments
Mobile-First Community
Your community
in their pocket.
Don't force your members to login to a desktop website. Playto gives them a native app experience they'll actually use every day.
5xHigher Engagement
95%Open Rates (Push)
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The BeFree vs. Playto Cost Gap
BeFree costs $199/mo before it takes a cut of your sales. On $10,000 of annual sales that is about $2,938 more than Playto's flat 2.5% platform commission — money that stays with you instead.
02
Mobile-First for Higher Engagement
In 2026, engagement happens on mobile. While other platforms offer clunky web interfaces, Playto provides a native app experience for your members. This leads to 10x higher retention and a more professional brand image for your skilled guild.