Mapstore vs Stockist: Store Locator Comparison
Updated 2026-08-09. The Stockist prices and limits come from theStockist pricing page (August 2026).
Stockist costs less than Mapstore between 100 and 2,000 locations. At 100 locations, Stockist is $10 per month and Mapstore is $14.99. At 300 locations, Stockist is $20 and Mapstore is $29.99. If you only need a searchable map and analytics, Stockist is a good tool at a fair price.
Mapstore gives you a free plan for 5 locations or fewer. Stockist has no free plan. Mapstore also includes lead capture, Google reviews, and business hours. It installs as a Shopify theme block, not an embed code. Above 2,000 locations, Mapstore costs less: $49.99 per month for unlimited locations.
Compare the Plans
Mapstore plans
| Plan | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Free | Up to 5 locations |
| Grow | $14.99/mo or $149.99/yr | Up to 100 locations |
| Pro | $29.99/mo or $299.99/yr | Up to 300 locations |
| Max | $49.99/mo or $499.99/yr | Unlimited locations |
Each Mapstore plan includes all features. The plans differ only in the number of locations.
Stockist plans
| Plan | Price | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | $10/mo ($8/mo annual) | 100 locations, 1 language |
| Plus | $20/mo ($16/mo annual) | 500 locations, 2 languages |
| Premium | $40/mo ($32/mo annual) | 2,000 locations, 4 languages |
| Enterprise | Custom | Up to 100,000 locations |
Stockist gives a 14-day free trial. It has no free plan. The number of display languages depends on the plan: 1 on Basic, 2 on Plus, 4 on Premium.
What You Pay at Each Location Count
| Your locations | Mapstore | Stockist |
|---|---|---|
| 5 locations | Free | $10/mo (Basic) |
| 100 locations | $14.99/mo (Grow) | $10/mo (Basic) |
| 300 locations | $29.99/mo (Pro) | $20/mo (Plus) |
| 1,000 locations | $49.99/mo (Max) | $40/mo (Premium) |
| 2,000+ locations | $49.99/mo (Max) | Custom enterprise price |
Compare the Features
| Feature | Mapstore | Stockist |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes. 5 locations, all features | No. 14-day trial only |
| Lead capture form | All plans | Not listed on stockist.co (Aug 2026) |
| Google reviews and business hours on the map | All plans | Not listed on stockist.co (Aug 2026) |
| Google Sheets sync | 5 scheduled syncs each day + manual sync. All plans | Yes, all plans |
| Analytics | Dashboard with export. All plans | Search heatmaps + data download. All plans |
| Search filters | Filter tags. All plans | Unlimited custom filters. All plans |
| Multi-language locator interface | No. One language with editable labels | 1 to 4 languages, by plan |
| Platforms | Shopify only (theme block, Shopify billing) | Shopify, WordPress, Magento, all websites |
“Not listed” means: we did not find the feature on theStockist website in August 2026. Ask the Stockist team to make sure.
Choose Mapstore if…
- You have 5 locations or fewer. Mapstore is free. Stockist starts at $10 per month.
- You want to collect leads from the locator, for example "bring your products to my city" requests.
- You want Google star ratings and business hours on each store.
- You have more than 2,000 locations. Mapstore stays at $49.99 per month.
- You prefer a Shopify theme block and Shopify billing to a JavaScript embed.
Choose Stockist if…
- Price is your first criterion and you have 100 to 2,000 locations. Stockist costs 30 to 50 percent less in that range.
- You need the locator interface in 2 to 4 languages.
- Your site is not on Shopify.
How to Move From Stockist to Mapstore
- Export your locations from Stockist as a CSV file or a spreadsheet.
- Match your columns to the Mapstore CSV format. See how to map old fields to Mapstore columns.
- Use Test CSV in Mapstore. It finds errors before Mapstore writes data.
- Import the file. Examine the pins on the map. Then publish the Mapstore theme block. Your old locator stays live until you remove it. There is no downtime.
Full walkthrough: Migrate from a different store locator to Mapstore
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I move from Stockist to Mapstore?
Export your locations from Stockist as a CSV file. Match the columns to the Mapstore CSV format. Use Test CSV to find errors before the import. Then import the file. Your old locator stays live until you publish the Mapstore block. There is no downtime.
Is Stockist cheaper than Mapstore?
Between 100 and 2,000 locations, yes. Stockist costs $10 to $40 per month. Mapstore costs $14.99 to $49.99. Below 6 locations, Mapstore is free. Above 2,000 locations, Mapstore stays at $49.99 per month. Stockist moves to custom enterprise prices.
What happens when I need more than 5 locations?
The Basic plan is free. It includes 5 locations and all features. For more locations, upgrade to Grow ($14.99 per month, 100 locations), Pro ($29.99 per month, 300 locations), or Max ($49.99 per month, unlimited locations). If you go over a limit, Mapstore keeps all your locations. You cannot add new locations until you upgrade.
Does Mapstore operate outside Shopify?
No. Mapstore operates only on Shopify. It installs as a theme block. You configure it in the theme editor. Shopify adds the cost to your Shopify invoice. If your site uses WordPress, Squarespace, or a different platform, you cannot use Mapstore.
