Introduction
Dropshipping has been called dead, saturated, or too hard — mostly by people doing it wrong.
In this guide, we bust 25 common dropshipping myths — with facts, context, and examples from what actually works in 2025.
1. “Dropshipping is dead”
Reality: It’s evolved. Basic AliExpress models are outdated, but hybrid fulfillment + agent models thrive.
2. “You need to find a winning product first”
Reality: You build winners through positioning, content, and testing — not luck.
3. “You must be the cheapest”
Reality: People pay more for trust, design, and support. Premium works.
4. “You can’t brand dropshipping”
Reality: Custom packaging, private label, UGC, and agents enable full branding.
5. “AliExpress is the only source”
Reality: Use vetted agents. Get our Premium Agent List for better suppliers.
6. “It’s only for low-ticket products”
Reality: High-ticket dropshipping is growing fast. See our High-Ticket Ideas.
7. “Facebook ads don’t work anymore”
Reality: They still scale brands — but you need good content + offer + funnel.
8. “You need a huge budget”
Reality: We’ve launched stores with under €500 total. Lean testing > big spend.
9. “Shipping takes too long”
Reality: True if you’re using AliExpress. Not with agents + local fulfillment.
10. “Everyone is selling the same stuff”
Reality: Differentiation = positioning + content + targeting. Not product alone.
11. “It’s all passive income”
Reality: Automation helps, but this is a real business with daily inputs.
12. “You can’t compete with Amazon”
Reality: Amazon wins on speed. You win with niche, story, or experience.
13. “It’s too late to start now”
Reality: Every year new niches, channels, and angles emerge. Start lean and test.
14. “All suppliers are unreliable”
Reality: Yes — if you use random ones. That’s why we vet them: Get the list
15. “It’s illegal or sketchy”
Reality: 100% legal — if you handle taxes, refund policies, and use quality suppliers.
16. “You need a full team”
Reality: Solo founders run €10k–€100k/month stores using automation + agents.
17. “Success takes years”
Reality: You can test, validate, and scale your first product within 30–60 days.
18. “You must build your own store”
Reality: Try a Premade Store to skip the dev work and launch faster.
19. “Customers don’t trust dropshipping”
Reality: They don’t trust bad stores. Great UX, copy, and offers = trust.
20. “It’s not scalable”
Reality: Ask any DTC brand that started with dropshipping. Scale comes from systems.
21. “You must speak Chinese to work with agents”
Reality: Most agents speak great English. Communication is rarely the issue.
22. “It’s only for side hustlers”
Reality: Full-time brands are built on this model — it depends how far you take it.
23. “Ad creatives are too hard to make”
Reality: Use UGC + our Viral Hook Pack to simplify content creation.
24. “Every niche is saturated”
Reality: Most aren’t — people just copy the same angles. Innovation wins.
25. “It’s not worth trying”
Reality: For many, it’s the most accessible path to entrepreneurship. With focus + support, it works.
Final Thoughts
Don’t build your store based on outdated myths. Dropshipping works in 2025 — but only if you work smart. Cut the fluff, upgrade your model, and start lean.
Need tools and shortcuts? Start with Sourcing Agents, High-Ticket Ideas, or grab a Premade Store.
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