Sharetribe

Sharetribe is a specialized website builder for creating peer-to-peer marketplaces. It handles the heavy lifting of user listings, transactions, and messaging so you can launch a site without writing code. The platform comes in two versions: a fully hosted SaaS product for rapid deployment and an open source edition for developers who want full control.

The managed version offers drag-and-drop customization, built-in payment processing through Stripe and PayPal, and tools for managing commissions and disputes. The open source edition, written in Ruby on Rails and React, gives you the same core marketplace logic but requires self-hosting. It includes features like search filters, availability calendars, and review systems out of the box.

This tool is best for entrepreneurs building rental, service, or product marketplaces quickly without a technical team. The SaaS plan starts free with transaction fees, while the open source edition is MIT licensed. The company behind it, Sharetribe Oy, originally launched the product in 2009 and continues to maintain both versions actively.