Top apps by business model
Best Shopify apps for print on demand stores (October 2026)
No inventory, so the apps are the supply chain: the POD provider, product personalisation, mockups and tracking. Creator-led stores also lean on giveaways and affiliates.
Covers Merch, Custom apparel, Wall art, Creator stores. Each category below keeps the published ranking; nothing is reordered for this page.
Categories in the stack
11
Apps ranked across them
306
Core categories
1
Reviews behind the ranking
22,947
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.
- Print on demand (POD) Core
- Custom file upload Usually needed
- Custom products - Other Usually needed
- Order tracking Usually needed
- Image editor Situational
- Product reviews Situational
- Upsell and cross-sell Situational
- Giveaways and contests Situational
- Social proof Situational
- Image gallery Situational
- Affiliate programs Situational
Core
Print on demand (POD): 68 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Printify: Print on DemandCreate and Sell Custom Products, We Handle the Rest. | 4.7(4,350) | 4,350 | 852 | $39/month | Yes | none | No | 2015 | Amazon, eBay, Etsy +3 | Leader |
| 2 |  CJdropshipping: Much FasterYou Sell - We source and ship for you! | 4.9(2,873) | 2,873 | 563 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2020 | API, eBay, Etsy +3 | Leader |
| 3 |  HyperSKU – POD & DropshippingOne-stop dropshipping & POD to source, brand and fulfill | 4.8(311) | 311 | 69 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2020 | PayPal, TikTok Shop | Leader |
| 4 |  Apliiq ‑ Print On DemandCreate retail ready clothing on demand with no minimums | 4.7(329) | 329 | 28 | $39.99/month | Yes | none | No | 2019 | none listed | Leader |
| 5 |  Inkedjoy ‑ Print On DemandPick from 1500+ stunning products with custom branding options | 4.7(138) | 138 | 3 | $19.90/year | Yes | none | No | 2020 | none listed | Established |
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Usually needed
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 |
Usually needed
Custom products - Other: 8 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  PC ‑ Custom Product OptionsAdd variant option to personalizing and customizing products | 4.7(1,180) | 1,180 | 10 | $8.90/month | Yes | 14 days | Yes | 2012 | file upload, Product Customizer, Product Options +3 | Leader |
| 2 |  Size SwatchShow size swatches & availability on your collection page | 4.9(35) | 35 | 0 | $9.99/month | No | 14 days | No | 2019 | none listed | Emerging |
| 3 |  Varia ‑ variants on collectionShow variants on collection pages as separate products | 4.2(38) | 38 | 1 | $29.99/month | No | 7 days | No | 2019 | none listed | Emerging |
| 4 |  PX Variants & Product OptionsProduct Customizer & Variants Options with Smart AI Generator | 3.9(26) | 26 | 3 | $9.95/month | Yes | none | No | 2019 | none listed | Emerging |
| 5 |  Frame It EasySell art & photos with print & frame, US dropship... | 3.9(5) | 5 | 0 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2021 | none listed | Emerging |
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Usually needed
Order tracking: 30 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Route ‑ Protection & TrackingPost-purchase platform for protection, tracking, and returns | 4.0(376) | 376 | 33 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2019 | none listed | Leader |
| 2 |  TrackiPal PayPal Tracking SyncOfficial PayPal Tracking Sync App: Get PayPal Funds Faster! | 4.7(106) | 106 | 3 | $4.99/month | Yes | 7 days | Yes | 2020 | PayPal synching: Trackshore, PayPal tracking autopilot, PayPal Tracking Sync +3 | Established |
| 3 |  Track by LoopPrevent support issues and drive sales via shipping updates | 4.3(75) | 75 | 1 | $99/month | No | none | No | 2020 | Attentive, Gorgias, Klaviyo +3 | Established |
| 4 |  AfterShip Shipping + LabelsAll-Inclusive-Platform for a smooth shipping process. | 4.1(101) | 101 | 0 | $11/month | Yes | none | No | 2016 | Australia Post, Canada Post, DHL +3 | Established |
| 5 |  KOOL WhatsApp NotificationsCustomize Templates & Send Order Notifications on WhatsApp | 4.9(17) | 17 | 3 | $12/month | No | none | No | 2020 | Emerging |
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Situational
Image editor: 21 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Avada AI SEO Image OptimizerWin sales via AI SEO Audit Agent, Checklist & onpage... | 4.9(4,687) | 4,687 | 429 | $34.95/month | Yes | 7 days | Yes | 2020 | Air reviews: Product Reviews, Core Web Vitals, Google: Google Search Console +3 | Leader |
| 2 |  SEO Image Optimizer WizardGet SEO Image Optimizer & Improve site speed & SEO... | 4.8(721) | 721 | 38 | Free plan | Yes | none | No | 2018 | image optimization, SEO, site speed +1 | Leader |
| 3 |  LoyaltyHarbour Image OptimizerAvoid lost sales by making pages load faster and improving... | 4.8(255) | 255 | 0 | $9.99/month | Yes | none | No | 2016 | none listed | Established |
| 4 |  SEOmatic: AI SEO OptimizerAI SEO image optimizer app for audit, meta tags &... | 4.4(150) | 150 | 0 | $15/month | Yes | 14 days | Yes | 2015 | ali reviews, ChatGPT, google search console +3 | Established |
| 5 |  Squirai Image OptimizerImproving website speed and image SEO with our image tools | 4.2(99) | 99 | 0 | $4.99/month | Yes | 1 days | No | 2019 | none listed | Established |
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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
Upsell and cross-sell: 55 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  RevenueHunt Product Quiz MakerProduct recommendation quizzes builder to boost leads & sales | 4.9(463) | 463 | 60 | $39/month | Yes | 15 days | Yes | 2019 | Google Analytics, Klaviyo, Meta Pixel +3 | Leader |
| 2 |  FoxKit: Upsell & Bundles AppAOV+ with bundles, cart upsell, volume discounts & low stock | 4.9(379) | 379 | 34 | $19/month | Yes | 14 days | Yes | 2021 | Ali Reviews, Judge.me, Yotpo, Automizely, Adoric, StoreSEO, eComposer, PageFly, GemPages +3 | Leader |
| 3 |  USO: Ultimate Special OffersThe all-in-one app for promotions, discounts, BOGO's & bundles | 4.6(405) | 405 | 5 | $9/month | Yes | 14 days | No | 2015 | none listed | Leader |
| 4 |  Octane AI: Advanced Quiz MakerStunning quizzes that boost sales, conversions & subscribers | 4.7(208) | 208 | 10 | $50/month | No | 14 days | No | 2018 | Attentive, Gorgias, Klaviyo +3 | Established |
| 5 |  Quiz Kit: Product Quiz MakerProduct recommendation quiz builder (eg skincare quiz) | 4.9(177) | 177 | 8 | $59/month | Yes | 10 days | Yes | 2020 | Attentive, Checkout & Flow, Google Tag Manager +3 | Established |
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Situational
Giveaways and contests: 7 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  ViralSweep Giveaways ContestsRun Giveaways, Contests, Sweepstakes to go viral & boost sales | 4.5(149) | 149 | 3 | $49/month | No | 7 days | No | 2013 | AWeber, Drip, Facebook +3 | Leader |
| 2 |  SweepWidget Giveaways ContestsRun viral giveaways & contests to increase sales & customers. | 4.0(13) | 13 | 3 | $29/month | Yes | none | No | 2022 | Facebook, Google Analytics, Klaviyo +3 | Emerging |
| 3 |  ClawCrane: Game & Email PopupPromotions & Email Capture Popups: Beat the game - Win... | 5.0(7) | 7 | 0 | $5/month | No | 3 days | No | 2019 | Klaviyo, Mailchimp | Emerging |
| 4 |  Discount HuntBoost sales by setting up online treasure hunts in your... | 3.7(6) | 6 | 0 | $15/month | No | 2 days | No | 2019 | none listed | Emerging |
| 5 |  cammm：Instagram投稿キャンペーン×UGC収集Instagram投稿キャンペーンの応募ページを自動生成し、ユーザー投稿（UGC）を管理 | No ratings yet | 0 | n/a | $99/month | No | 7 days | No | 2026 | none listed | New |
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Situational
Image gallery: 40 apps ranked
| # | App | Rating | Reviews | Last 180 days | From | Free plan | Trial | Built for Shopify | Launched | Integrations | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Socialwidget ‑ Instagram FeedBoost sales with shoppable TikTok & Instagram feeds | 4.9(628) | 628 | 3 | $9.90/month | Yes | 14 days | Yes | 2020 | Instagram, PageFly, TikTok | Leader |
| 2 |  Enorm Image gallery + VideoCreate a beautiful gallery to make your store stand out | 4.9(250) | 250 | 6 | $1.99/month | Yes | 7 days | No | 2017 | none listed | Leader |
| 3 |  Covet Instagram Feed & ReviewsBuild user-generated Instagram feed & Photo Reviews galleries | 4.8(204) | 204 | 2 | $9.99/month | No | 14 days | No | 2016 | none listed | Established |
| 4 |  RPTR Instagram Feed ConnectGrow your Instagram followers by displaying your feed on store | 5.0(175) | 175 | 2 | $3.99/month | Yes | 3 days | Yes | 2019 | Facebook, Instagram | Established |
| 5 |  Byte Lookbook & Shop The LookCreate amazing Shop The Look lookbook gallery on product page | 5.0(117) | 117 | 1 | $19/month | Yes | 7 days | Yes | 2017 | Back In Stock, Google Analytics, Langify +2 | Established |
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Situational
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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Data as of Oct 15, 2026, from the public Shopify App Store listing. How the numbers are computed: methodology.
Situational
Social proof: 38 apps ranked
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