The Best Automation Tools for Uploading to Printful

Why Automate Printful Uploads?

Printful and Printify require you to connect a store before uploading, unlike other POD platforms where one design applies to multiple products. With Printful, you must select and configure each product individually. Even though Printful allows you to upload five designs at once, it only applies them to a template, requiring further manual adjustments. Because of this, an automation tool for Printful must:

1. Allow you to choose which store to upload to.
2. Support product selection and configuration.

Each type of store (e.g., WooCommerce, Etsy) requires different details during the upload, which means your choice of automation should depend on what stores and platforms you use.

Overview of Each Automation Tool

1. Flying Upload: Flexible but Limited for Printful

Flying Upload is a tool I’ve used for a long time, and while it’s fantastic for uploading to multiple marketplaces, it’s somewhat limited when working with Printful. Currently, it supports uploading to stores connected to Amazon, eBay, Etsy, and Shopify. They’ve recently added WooCommerce support for Printful, but it’s still limited compared to other tools.

With Flying Upload, you can use templates to configure your uploads. This means you create a template with one design and save it for future use. This tool also allows you to upload multiple products in one go, which is convenient.

Flying Upload costs $24.99 per month for uploading to Printful or Printify, and $49 per month for additional platforms. They offer a free plan, but it’s limited to 150 designs per month for one platform. The tool is easy to use, and their support team is very helpful.

2. Merch Titans: Limited Customization

Merch Titans is another tool I’ve tried, and while it’s not my top choice for Printful, it does have its advantages. It offers fewer customization options than Flying Upload, but one benefit is that you can upload to any store. You just need to copy your store URL from Printful and paste it into Merch Titans.

Merch Titans doesn’t allow you to save multiple product configurations, so every time you upload, you need to configure the product settings again. For example, when uploading a mug, you’ll need to select the product name, mockup, and other details. Then, if you switch to a T-shirt, you have to do the same thing from scratch.

One advantage of Merch Titans is that it supports WooCommerce categories during uploads. The pricing is straightforward at $40 per month, which covers all platforms. They also offer a free trial, but there’s little information on its limitations.

3. POD Connect: Affordable and Flexible

POD Connect is a great choice for those who want flexibility without spending too much. It’s easy to set up and works with a variety of platforms. It’s priced at just $20 per month, and they offer a 3-day free trial to test the tool before committing.

Unlike Merch Titans, POD Connect supports more platforms, though it doesn’t support as many as Flying Upload. They are the only tool I found that can upload designs to multiple placements on a product, like the back or front of a t-shirt. This is a unique feature that sets them apart.

POD Connect’s support is solid, with detailed tutorials available on their website. They also support Printify and are the only ones I found to support Gotten. If you’re looking for an affordable and flexible solution, POD Connect is worth considering.

4. Lazy Merch: Easy Uploads for Multiple Products

Lazy Merch is another tool I tested, though I didn’t use it long. It offers the easiest process for uploading multiple products at once. The configuration is simple, and while most of the product setup is easy, the mockup selection can be tricky. To choose a mockup, you’ll need to use your developer tools, which might be difficult for those unfamiliar with this process.

Lazy Merch supports many platforms, almost as many as Flying Upload. Pricing is similar to Flying Upload, with plans starting at $50 per month for unlimited uploads. They also support KDP uploads under the same plan, which is a bonus. There’s also a free plan that allows you to upload up to 50 designs per month for each platform.

Comparison of Printful Automation Tools

Automation Tool	Price	Free Plan	Special Feature for Printful	Limitation for Printful	Set Free Shipping

Flying Upload

$24.99/ month (Printful/ Printify only)

Limited (150 designs/month for 1 platform)

Supports templates for bulk uploads, easy to use

Uploads are done via templates, not direct product name. Limited support for variations.

No

Merch Titans

$40/month

Free Trial (Limited info)

Supports WooCommerce categories during upload

Product setup must be done each time. Doesn’t save configurations for different products.

Yes

POD Connect

$20/month

3-day Free Trial

Allows uploading to multiple placements on products (e.g., front/back of t-shirts)

Limited to certain platforms, and doesn’t support all product variations in Printful catalog.

Yes

Lazy Merch

$50/month

Free Plan (50 designs/month per platform)

Fast upload of multiple products at once, easy configuration

Requires using developer tools for mockup selection, limited to basic mockups.

Yes

Things to Keep in Mind

While these automation tools are helpful, they do have limitations. Some things you can’t do with these tools include:

• Uploading your own mockups
• Uploading designs to different parts of a product (like the back or label)
• Setting free shipping
• Creating different prices for different products

Additionally, once a product is uploaded to your store, you can’t make changes to it through the automation tool. Some of these tools also have a limited upload process that might not cover all the details you need, like categories or tags for better searchability on your website.

Platform Support for Each Automation Tool

Platform	Flying Upload	Merch Titans	POD Connect	LazyMerch

Amazon Merch

✅

✅

❌

✅

Redbubble

✅

✅

✅

✅

Spreadshirt US

✅

✅

✅

✅

Spreadshirt Europe

✅

❌

✅

✅

TeePublic

✅

✅

❌

✅

TeeSpring

✅

❌

✅

✅

Displate

✅

❌

❌

✅

Printful

✅

✅

✅

✅

Printify

✅

❌

✅

❌

Shirtee

✅

❌

❌

✅

FineArt America

✅

❌

❌

❌

Tostadora

✅

❌

❌

❌

Zazzle

❌

❌

✅

✅

Googten

❌

❌

✅

❌

Society6

❌

❌

❌

✅

KDP

Separate tool

❌

❌

✅

TaskMagic: A Fully Customizable Automation Solution

If you’re looking for a more flexible way to automate your Printful uploads, TaskMagic is a great option. Unlike the other tools mentioned, TaskMagic allows you to create your own automation by simply recording your steps. This means you can automate the entire upload process exactly as you would do it manually, without needing pre-set templates or fixed product configurations.

One major advantage of TaskMagic is that it doesn’t stop at uploading. After your designs are added to your store, you can set up custom steps to edit product details directly inside your store rather than through Printful. This makes it ideal for sellers who need a more tailored workflow beyond what standard automation tools offer. With TaskMagic, you’re not limited by a tool’s preset features—you build the automation that fits your exact needs.

Which Tool Should You Choose?

When it comes to choosing the best automation tool for Printful, it all depends on your specific needs. Here are a few considerations:

• If you want to upload to more placements (like the back or front of a t-shirt), POD Connect is your best option.
• If WooCommerce categories are important for your product uploads, Merch Titans is a great choice.
• If you want to upload multiple products in one click, then Lazy Merch or Flying Upload is the way to go.

Final Thoughts

Each automation tool has unique advantages. If you need more customization and flexibility, consider using TaskMagic. This automation tool allows you to create automation by recording your steps, just like you would do manually. Once recorded, you can automate the upload process, making it fully customized to your needs. Additionally, after uploading to your store, TaskMagic lets you add custom steps to edit store information directly within your store rather than through Printful. Let me know in the comments if you’d like a deeper comparison or a tutorial on a specific tool!