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WAStore vs Store.link
Store.link turns a Google Sheet into an online store with card and PayPal checkout and order notifications on WhatsApp. WAStore is built around the WhatsApp conversation itself — customers send their order straight into your chat — and stays free for up to 50 products.
WAStore vs Store.link at a glance
| Feature | WAStore | Store.link |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free forever for up to 50 products. Optional Pro from $4.90/month. | Free plan with premium upgrades; check store.link for current tiers. |
| How you sell | Customers browse your catalog and send a pre-filled order into your WhatsApp chat, where you close the sale. | On-site storefront with card/PayPal checkout; order notifications sent to WhatsApp, email or a spreadsheet. |
| Product source | Add products in the dashboard, or bulk-import from CSV or Google Sheets. | Products live in a Google Sheet that syncs to the store in real time. |
| Transaction fees | None. You arrange payment directly with the customer. | Depends on the payment provider and plan you use. |
| Products on the free plan | Up to 50 products, unlimited orders. | Free plan available; limits vary — check the current plan. |
| Languages | Storefront and dashboard in 7 languages, with a language-matched WhatsApp order message. | Primarily English. |
| SEO & discoverability | Indexable store and product pages, sitemaps, hreflang and structured data built in. | Stores are SEO-friendly and mobile responsive; depth of control varies by plan. |
Last reviewed: August 2026·Store.link's plans and features change — confirm current details at store.link.Store.link →
Why sellers choose WAStore over Store.link
Free for a real catalog — 50 products and unlimited WhatsApp orders at no cost.
Orders arrive as a WhatsApp conversation, so you can confirm stock, upsell and build a repeat customer.
Import from CSV or Google Sheets too — you don't give up the spreadsheet workflow.
7 languages and SEO-ready pages so search traffic can find you.
Where Store.link may fit better
- If you want your Google Sheet to stay the single live source of truth with real-time sync.
- If you need on-site card or PayPal checkout rather than closing sales in chat.
The verdict
Choose WAStore if selling happens in WhatsApp conversations and you want it free with SEO built in. Choose Store.link if you want a spreadsheet-driven store with on-site card/PayPal checkout.
WAStore vs Store.link — FAQ
Is WAStore a free Store.link alternative?
Yes. WAStore is free for up to 50 products with unlimited orders and no per-order fees. Pro from $4.90/month adds unlimited products, analytics and branding removal.
Can WAStore import products from a Google Sheet like Store.link?
Yes. WAStore imports products from a CSV file or a Google Sheet. The difference is the sheet is a starting point, not a permanent live connection.
How do customers pay on WAStore?
WAStore hands the order to your WhatsApp with the details filled in. You agree payment and delivery with the customer directly — there's no on-site checkout to set up.
Try the free alternative
Build your WAStore in about 90 seconds — sell in the chat your customers already use.
- No credit card required
- 100% Free forever