vs Timesact

Looking for a Timesact Shopify app alternative?

Sell unlimited preorders, accept B2B and POS orders, and manage global demand with Shopify Markets support — all in a Shopify-native app built to scale.

Trusted by 18,000+

stores around the world

Why STOQ

STOQ vs Timesact: what you get

If you’re comparing STOQ and Timesact, the differences come down to how much freedom, scale, and support you get as your store grows. Here’s what STOQ delivers that matters for Shopify merchants like you.

Unlimited preorders

STOQ lets you run unlimited preorders without forcing you into expensive or complex plans. You don’t have to worry about hitting preorder caps as demand grows or launches perform better than expected. Pricing stays predictable while your sales scale.

B2B & POS ready

STOQ supports both Shopify B2B and POS workflows, so preorders work across online, wholesale, and in-store sales. Whether you’re taking advance orders from retail partners or in-person customers, STOQ keeps everything aligned inside Shopify.

Markets supported

Selling internationally? STOQ works seamlessly with Shopify Markets, allowing preorders to function correctly across regions, currencies, and storefronts. You can manage global demand without workarounds or separate setups.

More Value, Lower Cost

Feature Comparison

STOQ

Timesact

Compared Plan

Plan

Pro at $69/month

Flexible at $120/month

Preorders- Plan Limits

Preorder Limit

Unlimited

500/month

Transaction fee (per order)

Preorders- Offers

Create & manage unlimited offers

Yes

Customize everything with preview

Yes

Notify me on preorder products

Yes

Preorder widget

Yes

Preorder badge

Yes

Require customer to accept terms

Yes

Multi-Language

Yes

Start and End date

Yes

Preorders- Payments

Full or partial payment

Yes

Preorder discount

Yes

Show payment & discount in cart

Yes

Reschedule payment due date

Yes

Auto-collect payment on due date

Yes

Preorders - Shipping & Fulfillment

Shipping Information

Yes

Quantity Limits

Yes

Show payment & shipping in cart

Yes

Custom cart attributes

Yes

Split or hold fulfillments

Yes

Bulk fulfillment controls

Yes

Sell preorders by market (Shopify Markets)

Yes

Require customer acknowledgment

Yes

Preorders- Orders Type

B2C & B2B

Yes

Point of Sale (POS)

Yes

Preorders- Products

Unlimited Products

Yes

Sell preorders for out of stock products

Yes

Sell preorders for in stock products

Yes

Add products by vendor, type, etc.

Yes

Import with CSV

Yes

Link to Collection

Yes

All Products

Yes

Preorders - Analytics & Reports

Manage Preorders

Yes

Insights

Yes

Weekly & monthly reports

Yes

Export to CSV

Yes

Preorders -Notifications

Shipping update alert

Yes

Preorder confirmation email & SMS

Yes

Email only

Customize alerts

Yes

Use your own email

Yes

Remove ‘Powered by STOQ’

Yes

Multi language

Yes

Send preorder emails & SMS through Klaviyo

Yes

Preorders- Pages

Online Store

Yes

Switching is simple: Migrate in minutes

Switching to STOQ doesn’t mean starting over. If you already have sign-ups from another app, you can easily bring them with you - so your customers keep getting timely back-in-stock alerts without missing a beat. Here's how simple it is:

Install STOQ

Pick a plan that fits your needs, then follow our easy step-by-step onboarding or schedule a support call for personalized help.

Export Your Data

Export your existing alert subscriber info from your current app.

Import to STOQ

Upload that data into STOQ’s provided template format to ensure your customers stay connected seamlessly.

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FAQ’s

Got Questions? We Have All the Answers You Need

Is STOQ a good alternative to Timesact?

Yes. STOQ is a strong alternative for merchants who want unlimited preorders at a affordable pricing, support for B2B and POS orders, and full Shopify Markets compatibility. It’s built to work natively with Shopify as stores grow and expand across channels.

Does STOQ support unlimited preorders?

Yes. STOQ allows merchants to run unlimited preorders without hitting caps or being forced into expensive plans as demand increases. This makes it easier to scale launches and restocks without worrying about limits.

Can I accept B2B and POS preorder orders with STOQ?

Yes. STOQ supports Shopify B2B and POS workflows, so you can accept preorder orders from wholesale buyers and in-store customers alongside your online store. All orders stay aligned within Shopify.

Does STOQ work with Shopify Markets?

Yes. STOQ fully supports Shopify Markets, allowing preorders to work correctly across regions, currencies, and storefronts. This makes it easier to manage international demand without workarounds.

Will switching from Timesact to STOQ affect my existing store setup?

No. STOQ is designed to integrate cleanly with Shopify without disrupting your existing products, themes, or checkout. Most merchants can switch without downtime or changes to their storefront experience.

Does STOQ support both preorders and back in stock use cases?

Yes. STOQ supports preorder as well as back in stock alerts and demand capture, allowing merchants to handle out of stock products, launches, and restocks from a single app.