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As more people look for a Rithum (formerly ChannelAdvisor) alternative, we explore the best competitors for multichannel ecommerce businesses.
Rithum (formerly ChannelAdvisor) has been through major changes in the past two years. For many sellers, that shift has raised an important question: Is this still the right platform for us?
That’s why searches for ChannelAdvisor alternatives and ChannelAdvisor competitors are spiking. Brands want to know what else is out there — and how newer platforms stack up on speed, automation, and cost efficiency.
If you’re unsure why ChannelAdvisor might not be the industry leader anymore, we’ve outlined the 5 big issues with Rithum. But if you’re exploring the broader landscape of alternatives, this guide highlights the top competitors — and why Multichannel Pro leads the pack.
Best for: brands that want an all-in-one provider to scale listings, orders, and support without the operational bloat.
Multichannel Pro is built for the way ecommerce works today — fast launches, automation at scale, and predictable pricing. Unlike ChannelAdvisor, where onboarding can take months and costs keep climbing even before you go live, Multichannel Pro gets you selling quickly and only starts billing when your account is active.
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Best for: mid-market brands with strong in-house IT support.
Sellercloud is known for its flexibility in inventory and order management, with broad integrations across channels. But that flexibility comes at a cost: implementations often require heavy configuration and ongoing developer support. For brands with technical teams, it can be tailored effectively — but for those without, scaling quickly becomes difficult and expensive.
If speed and automation are your top priorities, Multichannel Pro offers the same breadth of integrations with out-of-the-box workflows that cut down IT reliance.
Best for: sellers focused on local marketplaces.
Linnworks has strong shipping and fulfillment tools, making it a solid fit for retailers prioritizing logistics efficiency. The trade-off is weaker catalog and content management, meaning brands often need to add separate tools to handle product data at scale.
For sellers expanding internationally, that fragmentation can create extra cost and slow launches. Multichannel Pro removes that barrier by unifying listings and order management in a single system.
Best for: catalog-heavy sellers who need strong product data management.
Zentail shines in PIM (Product Information Management), giving catalog-driven sellers accurate and consistent product data across marketplaces. The limitation is that it doesn’t cover downstream operations like orders, fulfillment, or customer support.
That means businesses still face a patchwork of systems — exactly what most sellers are trying to escape. Multichannel Pro combines catalog precision with full operational control, eliminating the need for multiple providers.
Best for: budget-conscious businesses with lighter operational needs.
Solid Commerce provides a lower-cost entry point for multichannel sellers, covering basic listing and order management. It’s attractive for early-stage sellers who just need a centralized hub. But as order volumes rise or customer demands increase, its limited depth means most businesses eventually outgrow the platform.
Brands looking for long-term scalability tend to outpace Solid Commerce quickly. Multichannel Pro provides an affordable per-order model while still delivering enterprise-grade capabilities that scale with growth.
When evaluating ChannelAdvisor competitors, it’s tempting to focus only on features. But the right choice comes down to three critical factors:
Multichannel Pro is the only platform designed to optimize all three. With listings, orders, and customer support available under one roof, brands gain faster launches, leaner operations, and lower costs compared to piecing together tools from different brands.
As Rithum repositions itself, many sellers are asking whether it can still deliver the speed, automation, and scalability they need. The reality is that today’s ecommerce leaders don’t have time to wait and see.
Multichannel Pro is built for modern growth:
That’s why global brands like Puma, Hoover, and Staples have already chosen Multichannel Pro.
Book a demo today and see why more businesses are choosing Multichannel Pro as their ChannelAdvisor alternative.