FASO vs MyStudio
FASO
faso.comMyStudio
mystudio.artSide by side
| Figure | FASO | MyStudio |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $12/mo | $12.50/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 13 | 5 |
| Spec score · Portfolio Website Builders | 9.0 (#9) | 8.4 (#29) |
| Augmented reality | Every FASO website includes an augmented-reality preview that lets visitors place artwork in their own environment without installing an app. | MyStudio AR content is accessible through the Kaleido mobile app. |
| Selling tools | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Purpose | FASO helps artists create professional art websites to share and sell their work online. | MyStudio is a toolkit for professional artists to manage their websites, sales, and promotions. |
| Support | Chat and ticket support is included, while Gold and Platinum add phone support. | MyStudio says support is available by emailing [email protected] and offers setup calls, resources, and tutorials. |
Plans
FASO
- Intro$12 a month
- Silver$19 a month
- GoldPrice not published
- PlatinumPrice not published
- Squarespace by FASO Advanced CommercePrice not published
- Intro$12 a month
- Silver$19 a month
- Gold$26 a month
- Advanced Commerce Plan$35 a month
- FASO Squarespace Services$35 a month
MyStudio
- FreeFree
- Emerging$15 a month
- Professional$40 a month
- Emerging (annual)$150 a year
- Professional (annual)$400 a year
In their own words
FASO
FASO is a website platform for artists who want to share and sell their work online. Artist sites can include a blog, newsletter and social network, as well as video hosting and a custom domain. Artists can connect PayPal or Stripe to add purchase buttons to artwork; Stripe transaction fees vary by plan, while PayPal Checkout purchases on PayPal’s site have no FASO transaction fee. Every account includes Artful Mail newsletter software, a free SSL certificate and BoldBrush Circle membership. The paid service has a 30-day trial and runs on web, Android and iOS. Intro costs $12 a month, billed annually at $144 USD, and includes 40 images, 3 collections, 3 event listings and 50 newsletter subscribers. Silver costs $19 a month, billed annually at $228 USD, with 100 images, 7 collections, unlimited event listings, 100 newsletter subscribers and 60 video minutes. Other listed options include an Advanced Commerce Plan at $35 a month and Platinum Plus at $79 a month.