vs SortSwift

TCG Sync vs SortSwift — a straight comparison

SortSwift publishes a comparison page against TCG Sync. It contains a number of claims about what TCG Sync does and doesn't do that aren't accurate — we'd rather customers saw the honest version. Here's the real feature-for-feature comparison, plus where SortSwift genuinely wins.

Bottom line

SortSwift is a capable platform. But their comparison page isn't accurate.

On the numbers, Storefront Pro covers more surface area: deckbuilder, live auctions, live streaming, native mobile apps, a bundled website theme, and seven marketplace connectors. SortSwift has strong sorting hardware and a focused workflow — we respect that. But if you've seen their comparison page, most of the 'no' marks against TCG Sync are wrong. Our job here is just to put the facts on one page.

Feature matrix

TCG Sync vs SortSwift — feature-for-feature

A straight matrix of what each platform ships, so you can decide whether Storefront Pro is the right fit before applying. Partial means the feature exists but is limited, add-on, or third-party. Edit requests to admin@tcgsync.com.

FeatureTCG Sync — Storefront ProSortSwift
Full online storefront (custom domain, theme)SortSwift integrates with external storefronts; Storefront Pro ships one.YesPartial
Built-in POSYesYes
Buylist (online + at the till)YesYes
Automated buylist pricing rulesYesYes
1Cart buy-and-sell checkoutYesNo
Deckbuilder (paste decklist → one-click cart)YesNo
MTGGoldfish / Moxfield importYesNo
Live auctionsYesNo
Live streaming to your storeYesNo
Native iOS & Android mobile appsYesNo
Events & tournaments (FNM, pre-release, OTS)YesPartial
Card recognition (camera scan)YesYes
Autopricing vs TCGplayer / Cardmarket / eBayYesYes
TCGplayer sync (API)YesYes
Cardmarket sync (API)YesPartial
eBay syncYesYes
Cardtrader syncYesNo
Mana Pool syncYesNo
CardSynced syncYesNo
Shopify channel integrationYesYes
In-store kiosksYesYes
Physical card-sorter hardware (Super Sorter)Their strongest differentiator.NoYes
70+ TCG catalogues built inYesPartial
Japanese / OCG cataloguesYesPartial
Graded card handling (PSA/BGS/CGC)YesPartial
Bundled website theme (redesigned on signup)YesNo
Flat pricing — no per-terminal feesYesPartial
Migration from BinderPOS / Crystal / StorepassYesYes
Onboarded within 48 hoursYesPartial
Where SortSwift wins

Honest points in SortSwift's favour

If your shop would be better served by SortSwift, we'd rather you find out here than after we've reviewed your application. These are the points where they genuinely outperform us.

Physical sorting hardware

SortSwift's Super Sorter and chaos-sorting hardware are genuinely impressive. If your operation is dominated by physical bulk sorting of singles, they have a head start on the hardware side. Storefront Pro is software-plus-camera-scanning — fast enough for most shops, but not purpose-built sorting hardware.

Long-standing sorting focus

They've been iterating on one problem (intake efficiency) for longer than most. Their tooling around bulk intake is refined.

Where Storefront Pro wins

Where we genuinely out-cover SortSwift

Structural differences, not marketing spin — every point is verifiable. Read it before you apply, so you know what you'd be buying into if we accept you.

The customer-facing side

SortSwift is strongest at the back-of-house. Storefront Pro is equally strong at the back of house (autopricing, buylist automation, card scanning, marketplace sync) — and adds a full customer-facing storefront, deckbuilder, live auctions, live streaming, and native mobile apps. That's the side that actually drives sales.

Deckbuilder AOV driver

The deckbuilder — paste a decklist, one-click the cart — is the single biggest AOV driver we see across all merchants. SortSwift doesn't have one. For MTG, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, and Lorcana stores this is load-bearing.

More marketplace connectors

Seven native marketplace integrations (TCGplayer, Cardmarket, eBay, Cardtrader, Mana Pool, CardSynced, Shopify) vs a narrower set on SortSwift.

Storefront Pro theme bundled

Every new Storefront Pro signup gets the redesigned Storefront Pro theme included — no separate theme subscription, no third-party designer bills.

Live auctions and live streaming

Neither is supported natively on SortSwift. Both are baked into every Storefront Pro deployment.

Pricing

Price: £1,000 setup + 2% — vs SortSwift's subscription

SortSwift runs on a subscription model. Storefront Pro is £1,000 setup + 2% on sales — most stores' lowest-cost option. For stores doing £1M+ a year (or migrating from Storepass), the limited-time Enterprise Annual is £19,999/year flat with 0% sales fees and branded mobile apps. No per-terminal fees on either. Email admin@tcgsync.com to model the actual cost against your current revenue.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Why does SortSwift's comparison page say TCG Sync doesn't have features we actually have?
You'd have to ask them. We can't speak to their process. What we can do is put the facts in one place — which is what this page is. If you find a claim on their page you want us to address specifically, email admin@tcgsync.com.
Is SortSwift's hardware worth choosing them over Storefront Pro?
If your daily operation is dominated by bulk singles sorting and you can't staff around it, their hardware is a genuine advantage. If your operation is closer to normal card-shop retail (online store, POS, buylist, events, marketplaces), Storefront Pro covers more of your surface area.
Can I use both?
Technically yes. SortSwift hardware on the sorting bench, Storefront Pro for storefront, POS, buylist, events, and marketplaces. Not a common setup but the data flows are compatible via CSV or API.
How much does TCG Sync cost compared?
Two intakes, both by application. Storefront Pro: £1,000 one-time setup + 2% on sales — the standard plan for accepted applicants, every platform feature included. Or, for the smaller cohort of stores doing £1M+ in annual sales (and anyone migrating from Storepass), the limited-time Enterprise Annual: £19,999 per year, 0% sales fees, branded iOS & Android apps included. Enterprise also includes a dedicated support team, a direct line to the TCG Sync founders, and an invite-only VIP Discord server separate from the public community — none of which are part of standard Storefront Pro. No monthly subscriptions on either. No per-terminal licensing. Both plans plug into your existing website if you don't want to switch storefronts. Email admin@tcgsync.com to model 12-month total cost against your actual revenue.
What does migration actually look like?
Our team handles the migration end-to-end. Inventory with conditions, customer accounts, store credit balances, buylist history, and order history import during onboarding. Fully live within 48 hours of signup. Migration is included in the £1,000 setup — no surprise fees.