ExportHub vs TradeKey

ExportHub is a web-based international B2B marketplace that connects buyers and sellers and lets sellers present goods to prospective customers. Its stated audience includes wholesalers, buyers, importers, exporters, manufacturers, traders, distributors, SMEs, and MNCs. Buyer accounts are free. A free seller account can post up to five products and respond to one buying inquiry per day. Paid services include buyer data, account-manager assistance, and access to active buyers and suppliers from major regions. Marketing services include product search ranking, banner advertising, social media marketing, digital catalogs, SEO, and company website creation. Listed annual memberships are $1,500 a year for STANDARD, $2,999 a year for GOLD, and $5,999 a year for VIP; profile, showcase, ranking, advertising, and account-manager benefits differ by tier. ExportHub says it does not buy or sell products directly and is not a sourcing agent. Its sourcing solution describes supplier authentication, price and quality review, and sourcing assistance. A verified or credible seller tag requires a paid membership for a full year and documents such as company registration and a bank account in the company name.

TradeKey is a web-based global B2B marketplace connecting buyers and suppliers across importing, exporting, manufacturing, trading, wholesale, and retail. Participants include manufacturers, traders, wholesalers, retailers, importers, and exporters. The marketplace combines search, business data, digital visitorship, and product-promotion tools; supplier verification and RFQ workflows are available, with global supplier coverage. Free Membership costs nothing and includes 10 products with limited features. SilverKey, GoldKey, GoldKey Plus, and VIP prices vary by package; custom packages and standalone services are also offered. Premium services include product promotion, priority placement in buyer searches, buyer-supplier matchmaking, and sales inquiry support. VIP membership lists guaranteed buyer connections, an eight hour buyer consultant, unlimited product posting and showcase, and up to 49 sub-accounts. TradeKey also offers website development, social media marketing, and search engine optimization. Standard and Advance website development packages list Stripe, 2CO, and PayPal payment gateways. TradeKey says it holds ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certifications. It generally does not offer trials, although rare cases may receive a one month paid VIP trial.