Zakeke vs Threekit: which 3D commerce platform for Shopify?
Zakeke starts at ~$29.99/mo per its Shopify App Store listing. You get plug-and-play 2D, 3D and AR configuration, which suits mid-market apparel, eyewear, jewelry and sportswear. Some plans include transaction fee variants; check zakeke.zendesk.com for current terms.
Threekit is enterprise-only and custom-quoted (typically $1,000+/mo). It offers deep 3D asset management, PIM integration and a high-end configurator for furniture, electronics and other complex-product retailers.
If you don't need 3D at all, Print It My Way covers 2D personalization at $0-$24.99/mo flat with no transaction fees.
Step-by-step setup
- Identify your product category. Consumer products that work in 2D point to Zakeke. Enterprise catalogs with complex configuration point to Threekit.
- Compare pricing model. Zakeke starts at ~$29.99/mo. Threekit is enterprise quote only.
- For 2D-only, consider Print It My Way. $0-$24.99/mo flat. No 3D, but full personalization.
Side-by-side
| Feature | Zakeke | Threekit |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ~$29.99/mo | Enterprise quote (~$1k+/mo) |
| Transaction fees | Variants on some plans | None (in enterprise pricing) |
| 3D engine | Yes, mid-market | Yes, enterprise-grade |
| AR preview | Yes | Yes |
| 2D personalization | Yes | Yes |
| Setup time | 1-2 days plug-and-play | Weeks (dedicated onboarding) |
| PIM integration | Limited | Deep (SAP, Salesforce, etc.) |
| Best for | Mid-market 3D config | Enterprise 3D commerce |
When to pick Zakeke
- Mid-market stores ($1M-$50M revenue)
- Products with obvious 3D value (eyewear, sportswear jerseys, jewelry, sneakers)
- You need plug-and-play setup in days, not weeks
- Cost-conscious about enterprise pricing
When to pick Threekit
- Enterprise commerce ($50M+ revenue)
- Complex configurable products (furniture, electronics, custom vehicles)
- Multiple sales channels (Shopify + Salesforce + B2B portal)
- You need dedicated 3D asset management and PIM integration
- You have budget for enterprise onboarding plus the subscription
When you don't need 3D at all
For 2D personalization on Shopify (custom text, monograms, engraving, photo upload, gift wrap), Print It My Way costs Free-$24.99/mo flat with no transaction fees. Paying $29.99+/mo for Zakeke's 3D when you only use 2D personalization is overspending.
Skip 3D if you don't need it
Print It My Way covers 2D personalization at a fraction of Zakeke's price.
Install Print It My Way. Free Compare all personalizer apps →Frequently asked questions
Is Zakeke or Threekit better for a mid-size store?
Zakeke. Threekit is enterprise-quoted (~$1k+/mo), while Zakeke is plug-and-play at $29.99/mo entry.
Do I need 3D commerce for my Shopify store?
Only if the 3D preview genuinely converts your customer (furniture, eyewear, custom bikes). For text/photo personalization, 2D is faster and cheaper.
Does Zakeke charge transaction fees?
Some plans have transaction-fee variants. Check zakeke.zendesk.com for current terms.
How long does Threekit setup take?
Weeks. Enterprise onboarding with 3D asset ingestion, PIM integration, and dedicated support.
Which one integrates with Shopify Plus B2B?
Both. Threekit has deeper PIM integration for B2B catalogs; Zakeke is simpler but works with Shopify Plus B2B via native app hooks.
Sources & further reading
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