Best Shopify Wholesale Apps in 2026: Native B2B vs 6 Top Tools

Do you still need a wholesale app after Shopify's April 2026 update?

Often, but not always. On April 2, 2026, Shopify made foundational B2B features available on Basic, Grow, and Advanced plans at no extra cost, ending nearly four years of Plus-only access. On any paid plan you now get company profiles for wholesale buyers, up to three custom catalogs with their own pricing, volume discounts and quantity rules, vaulted credit cards, ACH in the US, and net payment terms. For a brand testing wholesale with a short list of accounts, that genuinely removes the need for a separate app.

The limits show up fast as you grow. Native B2B on non-Plus plans has hard ceilings that send most real wholesale operations looking for an app:

So the honest 2026 rule of thumb: start with native B2B to validate the channel, and add an app the moment you hit a registration form, a fourth price tier, MOQs, or tag-based pricing.

How we compared the best Shopify wholesale apps

Every app below was assessed on the same six criteria: pricing flexibility (tiered, per-customer, volume), access control (gated catalogs, hidden prices, registration and approval), ordering workflow (MOQs, pack sizing, quick order forms, fast reordering), payments and compliance (net terms, tax exemption, B2B shipping), plan requirements (whether it works without Plus), and setup and support. App Store ratings and pricing change often, so confirm the latest figures on each app's live listing before committing.

Best Shopify wholesale apps in 2026 at a glance

The verdict: if native B2B has run out of room, PortalSphere and BSS B2B are the strongest all-in-one picks that work without Plus, SparkLayer leads for larger structured B2B operations, and Wholesale Gorilla is a dependable buyer-experience choice.

The 6 top wholesale apps, reviewed

1. PortalSphere: best all-in-one without Plus, with built-in upsells

PortalSphere turns a Shopify store into a full wholesale portal and works on every Shopify plan, so you get advanced B2B features without paying for Plus. It covers the things native B2B cannot: custom tiered pricing and volume discounts, MOQs and pack sizing, wholesale registration forms, hidden prices and restricted products for approved buyers, plus net terms, tax exemption, and B2B shipping. Its clearest differentiator is on the revenue side: where most wholesale tools simply take orders, PortalSphere adds AI-driven upsells built for wholesale to lift average order value. It runs B2B alongside your existing B2C store and integrates directly into Shopify's native cart and checkout.

Best for: brands that have outgrown native B2B and want one app for pricing, access, ordering, and order-value growth. Watch-outs: as a newer app its public review count is smaller than long-established tools, though early reviews are strong and onboarding is hands-on.

"The onboarding team made it very easy to migrate from another B2B app. Everything was set up within 2 days on a non-live copy of my site, and our revenue is up 17% from the upsell features.", Verified merchant, Shopify App Store

2. SparkLayer: best for larger, structured B2B operations

SparkLayer adds a complete B2B layer on top of your existing store without a separate storefront rebuild, and it powers wholesale for a large base of Shopify brands. It is the pick when you need depth: customer-specific price lists, ordering rules, sales-rep ordering and quoting, and ERP integrations that native tools do not cover. It holds a 4.9-star rating from 360+ App Store reviews at the time of writing.

Best for: operations that need rep ordering, quoting, and integrations. Watch-outs: the breadth can be more than a small wholesale list requires, and advanced needs sit at higher price points.

3. BSS B2B: best broad feature set at a low price

BSS B2B Wholesale Pricing aims to centralize B2B and wholesale workflows as an all-in-one solution, and it is frequently recommended when you want a wide feature set, net terms, and registration forms at the lowest entry price. It carries one of the higher review counts in the category (1,000+ reviews, 4.9 stars at the time of writing).

Best for: merchants who want broad coverage without a premium price. Watch-outs: a deep feature set means a steeper initial configuration.

4. Wholesale Gorilla: best for buyer experience and net checkout

Wholesale Gorilla gives approved customers a dedicated login to see their pricing and order inside your existing store, with advanced pricing structures, a quick order form, and net checkout that lets buyers order now and pay on terms. It is a solid, well-supported choice focused on the wholesale buying experience.

Best for: a professional B2B buyer portal and net-terms ordering. Watch-outs: some very advanced ordering needs may push you toward pairing apps.

5. Sami B2B: best highly rated all-rounder

Sami B2B Wholesale Pricing has become one of the highest-rated wholesale apps on the App Store (935+ reviews, 4.9 stars at the time of writing), known for fast support, a clean interface, and a registration and approval flow that handles onboarding without a separate tool. It handles pricing rules and customer-group management well.

Best for: merchants who value a clean UI, strong support, and built-in registration. Watch-outs: confirm specific advanced features against your exact workflow.

6. Wholesale Club: best simple, low-cost starting point

Wholesale Club is one of the most-installed wholesale apps on Shopify and handles the basics reliably: tagging customers, setting pricing tiers, minimum order quantities, and a quick order form, with customer-group product visibility to separate retail and trade lines. It works alongside accounting and inventory apps.

Best for: testing wholesale on a small list with a free or low-cost start. Watch-outs: it can feel limited once you need more advanced B2B workflows.

Which Shopify wholesale app should you choose?

Match the tool to where your wholesale channel is right now:

• Just testing wholesale (2 to 3 accounts, one tier each)? Start with Shopify's native B2B. It costs nothing beyond your plan and removes a vendor from the equation.
• Outgrown native B2B and want one app to do everything without Plus? Look at PortalSphere or BSS B2B. PortalSphere adds wholesale upsells to grow order value; BSS competes hard on breadth-for-price.
• Running a larger, structured operation with sales reps and ERP needs? SparkLayer is built for that depth.
• Most focused on the buyer's ordering experience and net checkout? Wholesale Gorilla or Sami B2B.
• Want the cheapest reliable start on a short list? Wholesale Club.

Whatever you pick, test it with real wholesale scenarios (a tiered price list, an MOQ, a net-terms order) during the free trial before committing, and remember the part no app does for you: wholesale buyers still call and email about orders, so map who handles that alongside the software.

Frequently asked questions

Is Shopify good for wholesale?

Yes. Since April 2, 2026, every paid Shopify plan includes native B2B features (company profiles, up to 3 catalogs, volume pricing, and net payment terms), and you can run wholesale and retail from one store. For simple setups that is enough; for registration forms, more than 3 price tiers, MOQs, or tag-based pricing, you add a wholesale app.

What is the best wholesale app for Shopify?

There is no single best for everyone. For an all-in-one app that works without Shopify Plus and adds revenue upsells, PortalSphere is a strong pick. BSS B2B competes on broad features at a low price, SparkLayer leads for larger structured operations, and Wholesale Gorilla and Sami B2B are strong on buyer experience.

Do I need Shopify Plus for wholesale?

No. Native B2B basics are on all paid plans as of April 2026, and most leading wholesale apps (including PortalSphere) work on Basic, Grow, and Advanced. You mainly need Plus for unlimited catalogs, direct per-company catalog assignment, and partial payments or deposits at high volume.

Can I run wholesale and retail from the same Shopify store?

Yes. Most wholesale apps are built for hybrid B2B and B2C operations. Wholesale pricing and rules apply only to approved buyers when they log in, while your consumer storefront stays the same for everyone else.

How do wholesale apps handle net terms and tax exemption?

Most support net payment terms (Net 15, 30, 60) so approved buyers can order now and pay later, and automatic tax exemption when a customer is tagged as wholesale or tax-exempt. Confirm the exact terms and certificate handling on each app's listing.

Ready to run wholesale the modern way?

See how PortalSphere adds tiered pricing, gated access, net terms, and wholesale upsells to your Shopify store, on any plan. Start your free 14-day trial (no credit card required, with free onboarding setup by a specialist on a draft of your store), or see the interactive demo.