ree Shopify Purchase Order Apps: Complete Comparison (2026)

Looking for a free purchase order app for Shopify? We compared every option on the market to find the best free PO apps for 2026.

Quick Comparison

App	Free Plan	POs/Month	SKUs	Rating
PODesk	✅ Yes	10	250	4.8 ⭐
Full Shelf	❌ No	Unlimited	Unlimited	5.0 ⭐
Mimoran	✅ Yes	Limited	Limited	4.8 ⭐
Auto Purchase Orders	❌ No	Unlimited	Unlimited	4.9 ⭐
MS Purchase Orders	❌ No	Unlimited	Unlimited	4.5 ⭐

1. PODesk — Best Free Option

Price: Free ($0/month) | Paid: $9.99-$19.99/month

PODesk offers the most generous free plan with 250 SKUs, unlimited suppliers, and 10 purchase orders per month.

Free Plan Features:

• ✅ Unlimited supplier management
• ✅ 10 purchase orders/month
• ✅ Branded PDF export
• ✅ SKU-to-supplier cost mapping
• ✅ Reorder velocity table
• ✅ CSV import templates
• ✅ Stockout alerts

Install PODesk free

2. Full Shelf

Price: $9.99/month (no free plan)

Full Shelf is a solid PO app with unlimited POs and suppliers, but there's no free tier.

3. Mimoran Purchase Orders

Price: Free (limited) | Paid plans available

Mimoran offers a free plan with limited features. Good for basic PO needs.

4. Auto Purchase Orders

Price: $7.99/month (no free plan)

Auto Purchase Orders includes REST API and webhooks for automation, but no free tier.

Why PODesk Wins

1. Most generous free plan — 250 SKUs, 10 POs, unlimited suppliers
2. Professional PDF export — Branded POs look professional
3. Stockout alerts — 30-day sales velocity forecasting
4. CSV import — Import suppliers and POs from spreadsheets
5. Dual email — SMTP + Resend for reliable delivery
6. Multi-location — Track inventory across locations (Pro+)

Who Should Use What?

• Small store (under 250 SKUs): PODesk Free — best value
• Medium store (250-1500 SKUs): PODesk Pro ($9.99/mo)
• Large store (1500+ SKUs): PODesk Growth ($19.99/mo)
• Need API access: Auto Purchase Orders or PODesk Pro

FAQ

Is PODesk really free?

Yes! The free Starter plan includes 250 SKUs, 10 POs/month, unlimited suppliers, and branded PDF export. No credit card required.

What's the catch with free PO apps?

Free plans have limits (fewer SKUs, fewer POs/month). But for small stores, the free plan is more than enough.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes. All PO apps offer paid plans with more features. Start free, upgrade when you need more.