Top apps by business model
Best Shopify apps for digital product and course sellers (October 2026)
Nothing ships, so delivery, licensing and tax on digital goods replace the fulfilment stack. Affiliates and memberships are the growth levers.
Covers Ebooks, Courses, Presets and templates, Software licences, Tickets. Each category below keeps the published ranking; nothing is reordered for this page.
Categories in the stack
11
Apps ranked across them
183
Core categories
1
Reviews behind the ranking
17,436
top 3 per category
The stack, category by category
Top five per category. Core categories first, then the ones most stores in this group add later.
- Digital products Core
- Event booking Usually needed
- Subscriptions Usually needed
- Affiliate programs Usually needed
- Taxes Usually needed
- Accounts and login Situational
- Fraud Situational
- Email marketing Situational
- Legal Situational
- Product reviews Situational
- Custom file upload Situational
Core
Digital products: 9 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Shopify Digital ProductsSell digital downloads, files, links, and more. | 4.8(1,370) | 1,370 | 978 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2012 | none listed | Leader |
| 2 |  Courses PlusSell online courses, quizzes & certificates from your store | 4.9(289) | 289 | 36 | $19.99/month | Yes | 7 days | Yes | 2020 | Google Meet, Mega Community, Typeform +2 | Leader |
| 3 |  GM Event TicketingDesign, sell, and scan event tickets | 4.9(51) | 51 | 3 | $19/month | Yes | 10 days | Yes | 2019 | API, Apple Wallet, Digital Tickets +2 | Established |
| 4 |  Uplinkly Digital DownloadsSell digital downloads, products, e-books, music & more easily | 4.9(36) | 36 | 2 | $9/month | Yes | 7 days | No | 2020 | none listed | Emerging |
| 5 |  Booking App by WebkulOne app for all: Appointments,rentals,events,concert bookings | 4.8(23) | 23 | 1 | $18/month | No | 15 days | No | 2018 | .ics file, Chatwhizz- Webkul, Google Calendar +2 | Emerging |
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Usually needed
Event booking: 11 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  IzyRent: Rentals & BookingsTake rentals, bookings, events, services & appointments | 4.6(128) | 128 | 3 | $24.99/month | Yes | none | Yes | 2021 | Airbnb, Google Calendar, iCalendar +3 | Leader |
| 2 | GM Event TicketingDesign, sell, and scan event tickets | 4.9(51) | 51 | 3 | $19/month | Yes | 10 days | Yes | 2019 | API, Apple Wallet, Digital Tickets +2 | Established |
| 3 | Booking App by WebkulOne app for all: Appointments,rentals,events,concert bookings | 4.8(23) | 23 | 1 | $18/month | No | 15 days | No | 2018 | .ics file, Chatwhizz- Webkul, Google Calendar +2 | Emerging |
| 4 |  Event Calendar by ElfsightIncrease attendance with a user-friendly event calendar | 3.9(23) | 23 | 0 | $5.99/month | No | 7 days | No | 2020 | Google Maps | Emerging |
| 5 |  CoAttend ‑ Booking appThe easy way to sell your events and services | 2.9(13) | 13 | 1 | $9/month | No | 30 days | No | 2020 | Apple calendar, Calendar .ics file, Google Calendar +3 | Emerging |
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Usually needed
Subscriptions: 5 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Courses PlusSell online courses, quizzes & certificates from your store | 4.9(289) | 289 | 36 | $19.99/month | Yes | 7 days | Yes | 2020 | Google Meet, Mega Community, Typeform +2 | Leader |
| 2 |  定期購買‑Huckleberry SubscriptionsRealize the ideal subscription and help improve LTV | 4.8(155) | 155 | 3 | $49/month | Yes | none | No | 2021 | EasyPoints, Japan Order CSV, Klaviyo +1 | Leader |
| 3 |  Deposit & Partial Payment DepoManage deposits, preorder, partial payments, and split payment | 4.5(98) | 98 | 3 | $9/month | No | 14 days | Yes | 2020 | Auto Charge, Deposit, Deposits +3 | Leader |
| 4 |  かんたんサブスク ‑ 定期購入/定期購買を固定費0で始めようサブスクや定期購買を始めるなら"かんたんサブスク"におまかせ！月額固定費無料でスタート可能！インストールや設定もカンタン！ | 5.0(11) | 11 | 1 | $15/month | Yes | none | No | 2021 | none listed | Emerging |
| 5 |  WithfriendsMemberships, events, and recurring revenue for your store | 5.0(4) | 4 | 0 | $50/month | No | none | No | 2022 | eventbrite, Instagram, Klaviyo +3 | New |
Usually needed
Affiliate programs: 25 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Shopify CollabsWork with influencers to promote your brand and drive sales | 4.1(437) | 437 | 69 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2021 | Instagram, Klayvio, Subscriptions +2 | Leader |
| 2 |  ConvertO Affiliate AmbassadorEasy affiliate marketing, ambassador & influencer management | 4.8(69) | 69 | 1 | $39/month | Yes | 14 days | No | 2020 | Klaviyo, Omnisend | Established |
| 3 |  Affiliate Integrate "まるっと集客"Line, Google, Insta, and affiliate ads are now available | 4.6(73) | 73 | 0 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2020 | none listed | Established |
| 4 |  GRIN Influencer MarketingA Creator Management platform designed for every brand journey | 4.1(31) | 31 | 0 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2021 | DocuSign, Gmail, Instagram +3 | Emerging |
| 5 |  Letters｜友人・知人への紹介＆口コミを広げて売上アップ【初回30日間無料トライアル実施中】日本製リファラルマーケティングNo.1アプリ。ネット通販の時代に最適なクチコミ戦略！ | 4.6(24) | 24 | 0 | $39/month | No | 30 days | No | 2019 | none listed | Emerging |
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Usually needed
Taxes: 8 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  ExemptifyShow relevant prices and tax exempt EU VAT IDs | 4.0(41) | 41 | 0 | $4.99/month | No | 5 days | No | 2016 | none listed | Emerging |
| 2 |  Advanced Invoices/GST AppAutomatic invoices with global tax settings and customization. | 4.3(11) | 11 | 0 | $3.99/month | Yes | none | No | 2020 | none listed | Emerging |
| 3 |  Shopify TSE (KassenSichV)Record and export POS data to help with German tax... | 1.2(21) | 21 | 0 | $9/month | No | none | No | 2021 | none listed | Emerging |
| 4 |  Taxomate QuickBooks Xero SyncAutomatically Sync Sales & Fees to QuickBooks or Xero | 5.0(7) | 7 | 0 | $14/month | No | 14 days | No | 2021 | QBO, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online +2 | Emerging |
| 5 |  Shopify Data Exporter ‑ TaxExport data to help comply with local tax regulations | 1.4(7) | 7 | 0 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2021 | none listed | Emerging |
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Situational
Accounts and login: 14 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Easy Wholesale Lock for B2BHide prices, restrict B2B login with password page, lock pages | 4.5(235) | 235 | 8 | $9/month | Yes | 14 days | Yes | 2017 | Easy:Wholesale bulk order form, Pro:Tagger ‑ bulk & auto tags | Leader |
| 2 |  BAIS Bulk Account Invites SendEasily bulk-invite your customers to activate their accounts | 4.6(56) | 56 | 0 | $1/month | Yes | none | No | 2015 | none listed | Established |
| 3 |  CRM PLUS on LINELINE ID connect with a variety of LINE message &... | 5.0(39) | 39 | 1 | $10/month | Yes | none | No | 2020 | Back In Stock, LINE Official Account, Metafields +2 | Emerging |
| 4 |  Singleton | Rich RegistrationBuild your own registration form with custom form fields | 4.7(21) | 21 | 0 | $9.99/month | No | 7 days | No | 2019 | none listed | Emerging |
| 5 |  miniOrange Social Login1-Click Login/Register using 20+ Social Login Providers | 3.3(12) | 12 | 0 | $49/month | No | 7 days | No | 2021 | Ecommerce Mobile App, Facebook, Google +3 | Emerging |
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Situational
Fraud: 16 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  WylloPrevent fraud & abuse, protect revenue, & automate operations. | 4.8(163) | 163 | 16 | $250/month | Yes | none | No | 2016 | PayPal, Recharge, Shop Pay +3 | Leader |
| 2 |  Disputifier: Smart ChargebacksPrevent and fight chargebacks on autopilot | 4.7(131) | 131 | 3 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2020 | Afterpay, Authorize.net, Klarna +3 | Established |
| 3 |  SignifydGuaranteed Protection Against Fraud and Non-fraud Chargebacks | 4.4(90) | 90 | 3 | Free plan | Yes | 14 days | No | 2013 | Carthook, PayPal, Recharge +2 | Established |
| 4 |  ClearSale Fraud ProtectionCombat fraud & protect your brand with a chargeback guarantee | 3.6(53) | 53 | 2 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2020 | none listed | Established |
| 5 |  RiskifiedFraud Prevention and Guaranteed Fraud Chargeback Protection | 4.5(43) | 43 | 0 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2013 | none listed | Emerging |
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Situational
Email marketing: 53 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Shopify MessagingEmail, SMS, and WhatsApp marketing made for commerce | 4.8(4,654) | 4,654 | 1,193 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2020 | none listed | Leader |
| 2 |  Klaviyo: Email Marketing & SMSEmail marketing, SMS, & WhatsApp that turn messages into sales | 4.7(3,375) | 3,375 | 776 | $15/month | Yes | none | No | 2012 | Aftership, Gorgias, Meta Advertising +3 | Leader |
| 3 |  Mailchimp Email SMS MarketingDrive sales with email marketing, SMS, forms, and automation | 4.8(1,518) | 1,518 | 408 | $13/month | Yes | none | No | 2018 | 2048 Variants, Judge.me, QuickBooks Online +2 | Leader |
| 4 |  Orderly Emails ‑ Templates AppCustomizable email templates: boost your brand and marketing | 3.8(772) | 772 | 78 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2016 | Email, Marketing Automations, OrderlyPrint +2 | Leader |
| 5 |  ONE: AI, Pop Up, SMS MarketingGrow sales with AI email marketing, SMS, spin wheel and... | 4.9(1,002) | 1,002 | 0 | $9/month | Yes | 10 days | No | 2019 | ChatGPT (OpenAI), One.Store AI, Google & YouTube, eBay, Amazon, Klaviyo, MailChimp, Omnisend +3 | Leader |
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Situational
Legal: 15 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Nova: GDPR Cookie ConsentCompliance and privacy cookie bar for EU GDPR & CCPA... | 4.7(847) | 847 | 0 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2016 | none listed | Leader |
| 2 |  Warnify Pro WarningsWarning popups on Add to Cart and Checkout | 4.8(239) | 239 | 4 | $9.95/month | Yes | none | Yes | 2017 | none listed | Established |
| 3 |  NA Age VerificationAge Verification on checkout and 18+ age gate check with... | 4.9(90) | 90 | 3 | $3.95/month | Yes | 7 days | Yes | 2020 | Klaviyo | Established |
| 4 |  Enzuzo Data PrivacyIntuitive, easy-to-use solution for all your compliance needs. | 3.7(35) | 35 | 0 | $9/month | Yes | none | No | 2020 | none listed | Emerging |
| 5 | Shopify TSE (KassenSichV)Record and export POS data to help with German tax... | 1.2(21) | 21 | 0 | $9/month | No | none | No | 2021 | none listed | Emerging |
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Situational
Product reviews: 29 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Reputon Customer Reviews AppGet genuine Trustpilot or Google reviews with automated emails | 4.9(1,167) | 1,167 | 154 | $9.99/month | Yes | none | Yes | 2018 | Aftership, Email, facebook reviews +2 | Leader |
| 2 |  LAI Product Reviews AppConvert more with product reviews, photos, testimonials | 4.9(563) | 563 | 112 | Free plan | Yes | none | Yes | 2020 | BON Loyalty Program & Rewards, GemPages Landing Page Builder, Klaviyo: Email Marketing & SMS +1 | Leader |
| 3 |  REVIEWS.io Product Reviews AppCollect product reviews, star ratings, testimonials, UGC + Q&A | 4.7(772) | 772 | 63 | $19/month | Yes | 14 days | No | 2014 | Attentive, Google, Gorgias +2 | Leader |
| 4 |  Judge.me Ali Reviews ImporterImport AliExpress reviews and grow your dropshipping store | 4.9(240) | 240 | 100 | Free plan | Yes | none | Yes | 2018 | Ali Express, Aliexpress, AliExpress Reviews +2 | Established |
| 5 |  TrustReviews: Product ReviewsCollect product reviews & UGC. Amazon and Aliexpress importer | 4.7(310) | 310 | 4 | $13.99/month | Yes | 14 days | No | 2021 | Google Shopping, Klaviyo, Love Loyalty +3 | Established |
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Situational
Custom file upload: 5 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Inkybay ‑ Product PersonalizerProduct customization & configurator with live preview options | 4.4(169) | 169 | 3 | $19.99/month | No | 21 days | No | 2017 | PageFly Page Builder, Product Customizer, Zapier (add-on) | Leader |
| 2 |  Kickflip product configuratorsVisual product personalizer boosting engagement & sales | 4.4(136) | 136 | 3 | $59/month | No | 14 days | No | 2020 | none listed | Established |
| 3 |  File Uploads by UploadKitSeamless file uploads for personalized products | 3.8(86) | 86 | 3 | $9.95/month | Yes | 7 days | No | 2018 | Dropbox, Facebook, Google Drive +3 | Established |
| 4 |  AnyAsset ‑ Digital DownloadsSell digital products such as Music, Videos, E-books PDF's... | 5.0(4) | 4 | 0 | $10/month | No | 15 days | No | 2020 | none listed | New |
| 5 |  Anywhere Custom FormsMake multiple custom forms and display on the website. | No ratings yet | 0 | n/a | $4.99/month | No | 7 days | No | 2018 | none listed | New |
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Data as of Oct 15, 2026, from the public Shopify App Store listing. How the numbers are computed: methodology.