Bear Grips

Bear Grips Pro Shops

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Bear Grips vs Apliiq

Which custom apparel platform is better for your business? Here's an honest breakdown.

What is Bear Grips Pro Shops?

Bear Grips Pro Shops turns any business into a branded apparel seller in minutes. Gyms, schools, churches, restaurants, creators — our platform works for everyone. The difference? We don't overwhelm you with a huge catalog. We use data from real vendor sales to curate only the best-selling products. You sell what works. Free shipping on every order. USA printing with ~1 week delivery. VIP plans include lower base prices and done-for-you design. Plus, every account gets an affiliate link to earn commissions on referrals.

What is Apliiq?

Apliiq is a premium pod focused on streetwear with cut & sew, embroidery, and patches. Streetwear brands that need premium details like embroidery, patches, and custom tags.

Their pricing: $39.99/mo, premium per-item pricing

Their model: Premium POD focused on streetwear with cut & sew, embroidery, and patches

Integrations: Shopify

Feature Checklist

Feature
Bear Grips
Apliiq
Free shipping included
No monthly fee option
Done-for-you design
Built-in affiliate program
No order minimums
USA-based printing
Curated best-seller catalog
Shop included (no Shopify needed)

How They Compare

Shipping Cost
Bear Grips
Free always
Apliiq
Paid
Design Support
Bear Grips
Done-for-you VIP
Apliiq
DIY
Ease of Setup
Bear Grips
Shop included, ready in minutes
Apliiq
Need separate store
Passive Income
Bear Grips
10% recurring + $1/unit
Apliiq
None
Product Curation
Bear Grips
Best-sellers only, data-driven
Apliiq
50+ items, you test

What Each Platform Does Well

Bear Grips Pro Shops

  • Free shipping on every single order — no thresholds, no surprises
  • Curated best-seller catalog backed by real vendor sales data
  • Done-for-you design service on VIP — we handle the creative
  • Built-in affiliate program: 10% recurring + $1 per unit sold by referrals
  • No minimums — sell one item at a time, zero inventory risk

Apliiq

  • Premium customization options (embroidery, patches, labels)
  • Cut & sew capability
  • Streetwear-focused
  • Custom woven labels and tags
  • No monthly fees

Where Apliiq Falls Short — and How Bear Grips Solves It

Apliiq
Higher per-item costs
Bear Grips
Lower base prices on VIP
Apliiq
Limited catalog
Bear Grips
Free shipping included
Apliiq
Shopify only
Bear Grips
Curated best-seller catalog — data-driven picks, higher margins
Apliiq
Slower production
Bear Grips
Done-for-you design service
Apliiq
Not suited for basic merch needs
Bear Grips
Built-in affiliate program

Before comparing platforms, many businesses start with a local print shop. Here's the problem:

  • High minimums — most shops require 50-100+ pieces per design
  • Thousands upfront — you're paying for inventory before selling a single item
  • Sitting on inventory — unsold boxes in your back room or garage
  • Limited selection — stuck with one color, one product, whatever they have in stock
  • Never updated — your local shop isn't tracking apparel trends, seasons, or new styles
  • You handle shipping — packing and mailing is on you

Bear Grips Pro Shops eliminates all of this. Zero inventory, zero minimums, zero upfront costs. We print and ship each order directly to your customer with free shipping. And we're constantly adding new products to keep your shop current with the latest styles and trends.

The Verdict

Apliiq is a capable platform for streetwear brands that need premium details like embroidery, patches, and custom tags. But for a full branded apparel shop with free shipping and done-for-you support, Bear Grips is the stronger choice.

If you want a branded athletic custom apparel shop with a curated best-seller catalog, free shipping, and done-for-you design support — Bear Grips Pro Shops is the better choice.

Make the switch — start selling custom apparel the easier way

Bear Grips Pro Shops gives you everything Apliiq doesn't: free shipping, a free storefront, and a curated catalog so you never waste time guessing what sells.

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