If you've been researching sourcing agents in Australia, there's a good chance both Sourci and Epic Sourcing have come up. They're two of the most visible options for Aussie businesses looking to import from Asia, and the question of how they compare is one we hear a lot.
If you've been researching sourcing agents in Australia, there's a good chance both Sourci and Epic Sourcing have come up. They're two of the most visible options for Aussie businesses looking to import from Asia, and the question of how they compare is one we hear a lot.
So let's answer it properly — head to head, no fluff, just the information you need to make the right call for your business. I'll cover pricing models, service scope, geographic coverage, team structure, and the key differentiators that actually matter when you're importing from China or Vietnam.
One thing upfront: this comparison is written by Epic Sourcing. We'll do our best to be fair and accurate about Sourci's offering, but you should know the source. We'd encourage you to read Sourci's own materials and make your own judgement.
If you're short on time, here's the headline comparison:
The right choice depends heavily on your business model, order volumes, and how much visibility you want over where your money is going.
Sourci is an Australian sourcing company that has built a strong consumer brand, particularly among eCommerce sellers and Shopify store owners. They're well-known for their marketing presence and have a large following across social channels. Their model is primarily commission-based, and they heavily promote their "no upfront cost" positioning — meaning you don't pay a setup fee, but you pay a commission on every order.
Sourci operates primarily through a proprietary app-based platform that allows clients to track orders and communicate with their team. Their manufacturing network is primarily China-based.
Epic Sourcing is a B2B-focused sourcing agency working with Australian SMEs, wholesalers, retailers, and brand owners importing from China and Vietnam. Epic operates on a published, flat-fee model with a stated order management fee — no factory kickbacks, no hidden markups.
Clients work with a dedicated bilingual account manager (based in Asia) and an Australian-based team lead. Epic covers China and Vietnam manufacturing, with experience across a wide range of product categories including industrial, consumer goods, apparel, packaging, and specialised manufacturing.
This is the most important difference between the two services, and it's worth spending some time here.
Sourci charges a commission on each order — their website promotes this as "free to get started," with their fee built into the product cost or charged as a percentage of the order value. The exact commission percentage isn't publicly listed, which means you won't know what you're paying until you're in a conversation.
Commission-based models have a structural problem: the agent earns more when your order costs more. This creates an incentive misalignment that, even with the best intentions, can influence supplier selection and negotiation outcomes. It also raises questions about factory-side arrangements — whether factories are paying referral fees that inflate your unit cost without you knowing.
To be clear: we're not alleging Sourci does anything improper. But the commission model itself creates conditions where these issues can arise, and the lack of published pricing means you can't easily verify the total cost of working with them.
Epic's pricing is published on the website before you ever pick up the phone:
The order management fee is charged on top of the factory price — and that factory price is passed through to you at cost. No markup. No kickbacks. The fee is what it says it is.
The practical implication: With Epic's model, you can calculate your total landed cost before committing to anything. With Sourci's commission model, your total cost is less visible unless you ask the right questions.
Based on publicly available information, Sourci's core service includes:
Sourci appears to be particularly strong for businesses looking to source existing or near-existing products quickly, without heavy customisation requirements. Their platform-based approach suits clients who prefer a self-serve management experience.
Epic's service scope varies by package but includes across all tiers:
Higher tiers add custom product development, IP consultancy, weekly catch-ups, and full supply chain strategy. Epic also offers standalone services: Supplier Verification Reports ($249), Reverse Sourcing Reports ($199), and hourly QC/factory visits ($120/hour).
Sourci operates primarily within China's manufacturing ecosystem.
Epic Sourcing covers both China and Vietnam. Vietnam coverage matters increasingly for Australian importers — particularly for apparel, furniture, electronics assembly, and products where diversifying away from China is a strategic priority. Vietnam manufacturing has matured significantly and offers competitive pricing in several categories.
If Vietnam sourcing is relevant to your product, Epic is the more natural choice.
Sourci's model appears to be more platform-centric, with communication and project tracking handled through their app. For clients who prefer a structured, self-managed experience, this can work well. The trade-off is that app-mediated communication can add a layer of distance between you and the people actually managing your order in Asia.
Each Epic client is assigned a dedicated bilingual account manager based in China or Vietnam. This person manages all factory-side communication, supplier relationships, QC oversight, and day-to-day order coordination. Clients also have an Australian-based team lead as their primary point of contact.
This dual-team structure means you're getting both local-language factory management and a business-hours Australian contact who understands your context. For businesses dealing with complex products or high-stakes orders, the human account management model typically outperforms app-based tracking.
Both Sourci and Epic Sourcing are legitimate Australian sourcing agencies, and either can deliver results for the right client.
The key decision point is pricing transparency. If you want to know exactly what you're paying and why, Epic's published flat-fee model gives you that clarity upfront. If you're comfortable with a commission structure and want to start without an upfront fee, Sourci's model may suit you — just make sure you ask the right questions about how their fees work in practice.
For businesses at scale — importing regularly, building custom products, or managing multiple supplier relationships — the structural advantages of a transparent, flat-fee agency become more significant over time.
There's no obligation and no sales pressure — just a practical conversation about your product, your supply chain, and whether Epic is the right fit.
Book a free discovery call or check our full pricing page to see exactly what each service includes.
1800 00 EPIC | gday@epicsourcing.com.au
Also read: How Much Does a Sourcing Agent Cost in Australia? The 2026 Pricing Guide
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