The 13 Best Dropshipping Suppliers in 2026

Let's start with a hard truth: You can have the world's most beautiful Shopify store and the best ads, but if your supplier sucks, your business will die.

A bad supplier means:

• 30-day shipping (Your friends won't even wait 30 days for a package).

• Low-quality products (leading to chargebacks and angry emails).

• Running out of stock without telling you (you sell something you don't have).

This is why choosing your supplier is the single most important decision in the entire Ultimate Guide to Dropshipping.

We've rounded up the 13 best suppliers for 2026, categorized by what you actually need.

How We Chose the "Best"

Not all suppliers are created equal. "Best," for us, means:

1. Shipping Speed: Warehouses in key markets (US/EU) are a massive plus.

2. Shopify Integration: It must be easy to sync products and orders.

3. Product Quality: Must have good reviews and allow for samples.

4. Support: When things go wrong, they have to answer you.

Tier 1: The All-in-One Giants (Good for Beginners)

These are the safe bets if you're just starting and want access to millions of products.

1. AliExpress

• What it is: The "Amazon of China" and the original granddaddy of dropshipping.

• Best for: A nearly infinite product selection at the cheapest prices.

• The Catch: Slow shipping (unless you use "AliExpress Standard Shipping") and inconsistent product quality.

• Pro Tip: Always filter for suppliers with 4.7+ star ratings and a high number of orders.

2. CJ Dropshipping

• What it is: Built to "fix" the weaknesses of AliExpress.

• Best for: Faster shipping. They have their own warehouses in the US and EU, allowing for 2-7 day delivery. They also offer a "sourcing" service if you find a product they don't list.

• The Catch: The interface is a bit more complex than some rivals.

3. DSers

• What it is: Less a "supplier" and more a tool that connects AliExpress to Shopify. This is the official replacement for the now-retired Oberlo.

• Best for: Anyone seriously selling from AliExpress. It lets you process hundreds of orders at once instead of one by one.

Tier 2: The US/EU Suppliers (Focused on Speed)

If you want to build a real brand and compete with Amazon, you need fast shipping. These suppliers focus on US and European warehouses.

4. Spocket

• What it is: A curated marketplace of vetted suppliers, primarily in the US and EU.

• Best for: Fast (3-7 day) shipping and high-quality, unique products.

• The Catch: Product costs are higher (which means slightly lower margins) and it's a paid service.

5. Zendrop

• What it is: Pitches itself as a premium, "done-for-you" alternative to AliExpress.

• Best for: Fully automated fulfillment, fast shipping from the US, and custom branding options.

• The Catch: Smaller product selection than the giants.

6. SaleHoo

• What it is: Essentially a massive, pre-vetted "directory" of dropshipping and wholesale suppliers.

• Best for: Finding legitimate, trustworthy suppliers that you can't find on Google.

• The Catch: You pay for access to the directory, and then you still have to contact the suppliers yourself.

Tier 3: Print-on-Demand (POD) (Best for Creatives)

POD is a form of dropshipping where you sell custom-designed products (like t-shirts, mugs, hats) with your own artwork.

7. Printful

• What it is: The "king" of the POD industry.

• Best for: The highest print quality on the market, a seamless Shopify integration, and no monthly fees.

• The Catch: High base costs for products, which eats into your profit.

8. Printify

• What it is: Printful's main competitor.

• Best for: Better profit margins. Printify is a network, so you can shop for cheaper printers for the same product.

• The Catch: Quality can be less consistent since you're working with various print shops.

• Perfect Link: If you go the POD route, you need a visually-focused theme.

• See: 10 Best Shopify Themes for Clothing Stores to Boost Sales

Tier 4: The Niche & Premium Suppliers

9. Modalyst

• What it is: A supplier focused specifically on fashion and apparel.

• Best for: Boutique stores that want to sell independent brands and even some big names.

• The Catch: Stricter requirements to get approved.

10. Doba

• What it is: A marketplace that aggregates US-based suppliers. You find products on Doba, not suppliers.

• Best for: Simplicity. Just find products you like and add them to your store.

• The Catch: Has a fairly high monthly fee.

11. BrandsGateway

• What it is: A dropshipping supplier for luxury goods.

• Best for: Selling designer apparel and accessories (Gucci, Prada, etc.) without a $50,000 investment.

• The Catch: Extremely high costs and (percentage-wise) thin margins.

12. Wholesale2B

• What it is: Integrates with hundreds of suppliers and millions of products, mostly US-based.

• Best for: People who want a massive catalog without managing 100 different supplier relationships.

13. Inventory Source

• What it is: An automation tool. It's not a marketplace, but software that connects your store directly to your supplier's stock.

• Best for: Serious dropshippers who want 100% automated inventory and order syncing.

You've Picked a Supplier. Now What?

Choosing a supplier is only half the battle. The other half is building a professional store to sell those products. A great supplier can't save a sketchy-looking store.

Don't worry, we've got you covered on that part.

Your Next Steps:

1. Build Your Store: If you haven't, now is the time. Shopify is the industry gold standard.
   Special Offer: Click here to sign up for Shopify and get a trial for only $1/month for your first 3 months.

2. Set It Up: Don't skip the basics.

• See: How to Set Up a Shopify Store: Complete Beginner’s Guide

3. Get a Theme: Pick one that is fast and professional.

• See: 10 Best Shopify Themes for Dropshipping in 2025 (Beginner to Pro)

4. Install Apps: Only the ones you need.

• See: 10 Must-Have Free Shopify Apps for New Store Owners

5. Get Traffic: Start promoting your store.

• See: SEO Tips & Best Practices to Boost Rankings

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Is AliExpress or CJ Dropshipping better for beginners? CJ Dropshipping is better for shipping speed and customer service. AliExpress is better for selection and price. Start with CJ if you can, but use AliExpress to browse for product ideas.

2. Can I use multiple suppliers at once? Yes, and you should. You could use Spocket for your main US items and AliExpress for cheap, high-margin accessories. Never put all your eggs in one supplier's basket.

3. What's the difference between a "Directory" (like SaleHoo) and a "Supplier" (like CJ)? A Supplier (like CJ Dropshipping) has products and ships them. A Directory (like SaleHoo) is a paid phonebook of thousands of verified suppliers. You pay SaleHoo for access to that list.