The Zum vs Zid: which platform fits you?

Zid is a strong Saudi platform for point of sale and marketplaces; The Zum is lighter and simpler. An honest, numbers-first comparison.

Quick summary

Choose The Zum if you want a store that is free forever, with no subscription and no commission, and enough essentials to sell.
Choose Zid if you need point of sale (Zid POS), selling on the Mazeed marketplace, logistics integrations, or multi-channel management.

Prices and plans (2026)

Plan	The Zum	Zid
Free plan	0 SAR forever	Zid Starter: free forever
First paid plan	No paid plans	Zid Rise: 99 SAR/month — 990 SAR/year
Top plan	—	Zid Growth: 299 SAR/month
Enterprise plan	—	Zid Pro: quoted on request

Zid also has a free plan (Starter), so the difference is not free versus paid. The difference is that The Zum has no paid plans at all and never asks you to upgrade, while Zid unlocks extra features through its plans. Prices are from the official sources below and may change.

Commission and transaction fees

Zid states there is no direct commission on orders, and in return Zid Pay applies transaction fees per operation by payment network and plan, calculated as a percentage plus a fixed amount before tax.

The Zum takes no commission on sales; you connect the payment gateway you choose, and the gateway may charge its own fees.

In both cases, payment fees are a third party; what matters is that you know them upfront and factor them in.

Where Zid is stronger

Zid POS for point of sale, integrated with the store.
Selling on the Mazeed marketplace to a wider audience.
Logistics integrations and carriers through Zid Logistics.
WhatsApp integration to manage customer communication.
Support for branches and multi-channel stores.

Where The Zum is stronger

0 SAR forever — no paid plans and no upgrade.
0% commission on sales.
No card and no documents to sign up.
Fast launch with a simple dashboard for products, orders, and shipping.
Full ownership of the store and data encryption.

When to pick each

Pick The Zum for a simple online store that sells at zero cost.

Pick Zid if you need real point of sale, selling on marketplaces, or logistics integrations.

Both offer a free plan, so start with what matches your actual need, not what looks bigger.

FAQ

Is Zid free?

Yes. The Starter plan is free forever and includes unlimited products, orders, and customers with basic payment options such as bank transfer and cash on delivery.

Does Zid charge a commission?

There is no direct commission on orders, but Zid Pay charges transaction fees that vary by payment network and plan.

What is the difference between The Zum and Zid?

Zid is broader and supports point of sale, marketplaces, and integrations; The Zum is simpler and completely free with no paid plans.

Can I move my store from Zid to The Zum?

Yes. Create your store on The Zum and add your products, starting with your best sellers.

Are Zid Pay fees fixed?

No. They vary by payment network and plan, and are calculated as a percentage plus a fixed amount before tax. Check Zid's official page.

Sources

Last checked: October 2026. Prices and features change; the official sources are the reference.