Which should you choose?
Choose Showplace if
You want a ready-made art gallery instead of a site you design.
- Add artworks and go: layout, checkout and enquiries are already set up.
- Start free with up to 30 artworks, and import from Instagram.
- Sell originals and prints, with print-on-demand built in.
Choose Wix if
You want full control over a custom website.
- Design every page with 900+ templates and a drag-and-drop editor.
- Build a general website, not only an art portfolio.
- Use a free domain for the first year on Premium plans (see Wix’s terms).
Feature comparison
Each row is checked against the sources at the end of this page. “Not listed” means the official page does not mention it, not that the feature is missing. General platforms may offer it through apps or add-ons.
- Yes Included on the listed plans
- Limited Limited, plan-gated or fee-based
- No Not included on the listed plans
- Not listed Not listed on the official page
| Feature | Showplace | Wix |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Artists only | Any type of website |
| Starting price | Free plan; Pro from A$15/mo | Light from AU$21/mo, yearly billing incl. GST |
| Free plan | Yes Up to 30 artworks, 2 images each | No Pricing page lists Premium plans only |
| Custom domain | Limited Pro plan only | Yes Included on Premium plans |
| Commission and fees on sales | Yes 0% Showplace commission; payment processor fees apply | Not listed Not listed on the pricing pages |
| Online checkout | Yes Stripe checkout on all plans | Limited Accept payments listed from the Core plan |
| Originals and enquiries | Yes Originals and enquiries on Free and Pro | Not listed Not listed on the pricing pages |
| Print-on-demand | Yes Printful; standard rates on Free, 10% off on Pro | Not listed Not listed on the pricing pages |
| Image limits | Free: 2 per artwork; Pro: 5 per artwork | Not listed Not listed on the pricing pages |
| Watermarks | Limited Pro plan only | Not listed Not listed on the pricing pages |
| Instagram import | Yes All plans | Not listed Not listed on the pricing pages |
| Design and templates | Yes 4 layouts and 5 themes | Yes 900+ customizable templates and a drag-and-drop editor |
Screenshots
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Pricing overview
Showplace
- Free: up to 30 artworks, 2 images per artwork.
- Pro: from A$15/mo, with unlimited artworks, 5 images per artwork, a custom domain, watermarks and room previews.
Wix Premium plans (yearly billing, including GST, as displayed):
- Light from AU$21/mo
- Core from AU$42/mo
- Business from AU$55/mo
- Business Elite from AU$199/mo
Pricing can change, check Wix’s site before you decide. For Showplace plan details, see how Showplace works.
Start your Showplace gallery
Sign up for free, upload your artwork, and decide on a paid plan later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Showplace cheaper than Wix?
Showplace has a free plan, and Pro is from A$15/mo. The lowest Wix Premium plan on its pricing page is AU$21/mo on yearly billing. Compare the plans that match your needs on both sites, as prices can change.
Does Wix have a free plan?
The Wix pricing pages list Premium plans only. Check Wix’s site for any current free option.
Does Showplace charge a commission on sales?
No. Showplace charges 0% platform commission on Free and Pro plans. Payment processor fees still apply.
Does Showplace support custom domains?
Custom domains are on the Pro plan.
How current is this comparison?
This page lists its sources and a last verified date. Pricing and features can change, so check the provider’s site before you decide.
Sources
Last verified 16 October 2026. Pricing and features can change.
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