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SparkLayer vs Wholesale Gorilla

An alternative to Wholesale Gorilla.

Looking for a better way to manage wholesale on Shopify? Discover why fast-growing B2B brands choose SparkLayer over the Gorilla app.

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A more comprehensive, scalable B2B solution for Shopify brands and retailers.

If you're exploring wholesale options on Shopify, youโ€™ve probably come across Wholesale Gorilla. While the Gorilla app can be a good fit for smaller merchants, it can make it harder to scale your business. SparkLayer is the alternative Shopify wholesale app designed for growing B2B brands, offering all features, for all customers, from day one. Discover why fast-growing B2B brands choose SparkLayer over Wholesale Gorilla.

Every B2B feature included.

Some of Wholesale Gorillaโ€™s advanced features require a higher-tier subscription, making it hard to plan long-term. With SparkLayer, you get access to all B2B features from the start, with no hidden costs or locked functionality. Thereโ€™s a free plan available, with paid plans from $49/month. Youโ€™ll get everything: pricing tools, customer-specific catalogs, Sales Agent tools, and more.

Automated wholesale pricing.

In Gorilla wholesale, applying B2B pricing means editing each product individually - a time-consuming process with no way to import or automate price lists. With SparkLayer, pricing is fast and flexible. Upload spreadsheets, use automated rules, and customise pricing at scale so that your wholesale business can move faster.

B2B that feels like your brand.

Wholesale Gorilla adds B2B functionality on top of your storefront, but customising the buyer experience is limited and can feel disconnected. SparkLayer integrates seamlessly with your existing theme, giving you full control over design, layout, and how your B2B customers interact with your store โ€“ all without compromising your brand.

Choosing between Wholesale Gorilla and SparkLayer comes down to this โ€“ do you want a basic workaround, or a B2B solution built to scale with your business?

Small enough to start with. Deep enough that you won’t outgrow it. 3,500 brands, distributors and manufacturers run wholesale on SparkLayer.

Ready to move beyond Wholesale Gorilla? Why SparkLayer is the best choice for B2B eCommerce.

Whether you're just getting started or scaling up, SparkLayer gives you powerful wholesale features - without the limitations, manual setup, or workarounds required by apps like Wholesale Gorilla.

  • All the B2B features you need
  • Top-rated app on Shopify with a 4.9-star rating
  • Integrates with Shopify stores
  • Designed specifically for B2B and wholesale
  • Loved by 3,500+ Shopify brands worldwide
SparkLayer versus Wholesale Gorilla

What merchants say on the App Store. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 388 reviews.

July 17, 2026

Building a B2B site is always a challenge and usually quite unique for each business. With SparkLayer the core functionality is solid, reliable and simply works (which is surprisingly uncommon).

The customer support and response times are consistently good too, the team is knowledgeable and always willing to work with us to overcome challenges.

SparkLayer have done a good job with delivering a trade experience on Shopify and we're excited to work with them to help improve over time.

Bigjigs Toys B2BUnited Kingdom

July 15, 2026

The Sparklayer app allowed me to completely avoid moving to Shopify Plus! Saved me thousands of dollars. I needed to add wholesale and b2b pricing to my site but, traditionally, using Shopify Plus was the only way to do it. I'm so happy I found this app.

Also, I wanted to do some customizations and the support team at SparkLayer got on a live video call with me AND ended up doing a number of custom coding requests for me, free of charge. They are fantastic!

I've been using Shopify for over a decade and this is one of the better apps I've used. Highly recommend!

Dorell WholesaleUnited States

June 30, 2026

Great people to work with and a really nice piece of software. SparkLayer is easy to use, well thought out, and makes managing B2B customers much simpler. The team are helpful, responsive, and genuinely care about making the experience smooth.

VIP Hairdressing SuppliesUnited Kingdom

May 20, 2026

Sparklayer is working well for us. It looks good and is definitely giving an improved experience for our customers. There are still a few more features we'd like Sparklayer to develop but the team have been open to taking on these suggestions. Importantly, the Sparklayer team have been great - very responsive and helpful in dealing with any questions or problems to solve.

BRANDEXNew Zealand

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Questions & Answers.

What is Wholesale Gorilla?

Wholesale Gorilla is a Shopify app that adds basic wholesale functionality to your store. Itโ€™s aimed at merchants who need simple B2B features like hidden pricing and minimum order amounts. However, it has limitations when it comes to scalability, pricing flexibility, and overall customisation.

Who is Wholesale Gorilla best suited for?

Wholesale Gorilla is best for small merchants starting out with wholesale who need a lightweight, low-maintenance solution. For growing brands that need full control over pricing, catalogs, and customer-specific rules, SparkLayer offers far more flexibility and long-term scalability.

How does B2B pricing work in Wholesale Gorilla?

In Wholesale Gorilla, B2B pricing must be set manually on each product โ€“ which can be time-consuming and hard to manage at scale. SparkLayer allows you to upload pricing via spreadsheet, apply automated rules, and tailor pricing per customer or group, saving significant time as your catalog grows.

Does Wholesale Gorilla support multiple price lists or catalogs?

Wholesale Gorilla has limited support for advanced price list logic or customer-specific catalogs. SparkLayer is built around this concept โ€“ allowing you to assign pricing, visibility rules, and order settings per customer group, region, or individual account.

How does SparkLayer compare to Wholesale Gorilla?

SparkLayer is a complete B2B solution for Shopify that integrates directly with your existing store. Unlike Wholesale Gorilla, it includes powerful pricing tools, sales agent features, quoting, and a fully customisable buyer experience โ€“ all without needing to upgrade to higher tiers or install extra add-ons.

How much does SparkLayer cost compared to Wholesale Gorilla?

Wholesale Gorilla pricing starts from around $39/month but restricts access to some features unless you upgrade. SparkLayer starts at $49/month and includes all B2B features from day one โ€“ including unlimited user licenses, advanced pricing tools, and full Shopify integration.

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