2026 comparison · Updated monthly

The 10 best Shopify mobile app builders in 2026

DPDamien Payet, founder of Shopaliz 9 min read

The short answer

For small to mid-sized stores, Shopaliz is the most affordable option: free to build your app, then from $69/month with unlimited push notifications. High-volume brands tend to choose Tapcart (from $500/month). Superfans and Shopney have the most merchant reviews.

Disclosure: this comparison is written by Shopaliz, the maker of one of the tools listed. Prices, ratings and review counts come from the official Shopify App Store listings, checked on October 11, 2026. We list Shopaliz's limitations too.

The right tool for your needs

Small budget, try before you pay

Shopaliz

Free to build, from $69/month

Large, high-volume brand

Tapcart

Managed app, 24/7 support, from $500/month

Most merchant reviews

Superfans

906 reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5

Start on a free plan

OneMobile

Free plan, many templates

Comparison table of 10 Shopify mobile app builders

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Comparison table of 10 Shopify mobile app builders
Developer
1.Shopaliz Our tool $69/mo Yes 30 d Yes No reviews yet France 2026
2.Tapcart $500/mo No 7 d No 4.7 (341) United States 2017
3.Shopney $149/mo No 30 d Yes 5.0 (773) United States 2019
4.Superfans (ex-Vajro) $150/mo No 30 d No 4.9 (906) United States 2018
5.OneMobile $99/mo Yes 14 d Yes 4.8 (365) Vietnam 2023
6.Appbrew $199/mo No 30 d No 5.0 (75) United States 2022
7.MageNative $99/mo No 30 d No 4.8 (340) India 2017
8.Plobal Apps $199/mo No 30 d No 4.8 (148) India 2016
9.SimiCart $99/mo Yes 14 d Yes 4.5 (40) Vietnam 2023
10.Hulk Mobile App Builder $79/mo No 14 d Yes 4.7 (75) United Kingdom 2020

What does each tool cost over 12 months?

Monthly entry price times 12, excluding annual discounts, taxes and any additional fees.

  1. Shopaliz $828
  2. Hulk Mobile App Builder $948
  3. OneMobile $1,188
  4. MageNative $1,188
  5. SimiCart $1,188
  6. Shopney $1,788
  7. Superfans (ex-Vajro) $1,800
  8. Appbrew $2,388
  9. Plobal Apps $2,388
  10. Tapcart $6,000

Some vendors offer an annual discount (Shopaliz: $690/year instead of $828). Appbrew and OneMobile may add fees based on app performance or revenue.

The 10 tools in detail

1

Shopaliz Our tool

France · 2026

Entry price

$69/mo

Best for: French-speaking stores and small to mid-sized budgets that want to try before paying.

Strengths

  • Free to build and test the app on your phone
  • Unlimited push notifications from $69/month
  • French company, app and support in French and English
  • App Store and Google Play publishing handled for you

Limitations

  • Launched in 2026: no Shopify App Store reviews yet
  • No abandoned cart push or audience segmentation yet
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2

Tapcart

United States · 2017 · ★ 4.7 (341)

Entry price

$500/mo

Best for: High-volume brands with a significant mobile budget.

Strengths

  • Market pioneer (2017)
  • Managed app and 24/7 support on the Growth plan
  • Unlimited blocks, notifications and integrations

Limitations

  • From $500/month
  • Trial limited to 7 days
  • Interface not available in French
Shopify listing Detailed comparison : Shopaliz vs Tapcart
3

Shopney

United States · 2019 · ★ 5.0 (773)

Entry price

$149/mo

Best for: Established brands looking for a proven tool with many reviews.

Strengths

  • 773 reviews, rated 5.0 out of 5
  • Interface available in French
  • 30-day free trial

Limitations

  • From $149/month
  • No free plan
Shopify listing Detailed comparison : Shopaliz vs Shopney
4

Superfans (ex-Vajro)

United States · 2018 · ★ 4.9 (906)

Entry price

$150/mo

Best for: English-speaking brands that want the most-reviewed tool on the market.

Strengths

  • 906 reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5: the most reviews in this comparison
  • 30-day free trial

Limitations

  • From $150/month
  • Interface not available in French
  • No free plan
Shopify listing Detailed comparison : Shopaliz vs Superfans
5

OneMobile

Vietnam · 2023 · ★ 4.8 (365)

Entry price

$99/mo

Best for: Stores that want to start on a free plan with plenty of templates.

Strengths

  • Free plan
  • 365 reviews, rated 4.8 out of 5
  • Interface available in French

Limitations

  • Fees on mobile revenue above a threshold (see listing)
  • 14-day trial on paid plans
Shopify listing Detailed comparison : Shopaliz vs OneMobile
6

Appbrew

United States · 2022 · ★ 5.0 (75)

Entry price

$199/mo

Best for: Growing brands ready to invest, with demo-led onboarding.

Strengths

  • Rated 5.0 out of 5 (75 reviews)
  • 30-day free trial
  • AI growth assistant included

Limitations

  • From $199/month, plus performance-based fees
  • Interface not available in French
Shopify listing
7

MageNative

India · 2017 · ★ 4.8 (340)

Entry price

$99/mo

Best for: Stores that want a long-standing tool at a moderate entry price.

Strengths

  • From $99/month
  • 340 reviews, rated 4.8 out of 5
  • 30-day free trial

Limitations

  • No free plan
  • Interface not available in French
Shopify listing Detailed comparison : Shopaliz vs MageNative
8

Plobal Apps

India · 2016 · ★ 4.8 (148)

Entry price

$199/mo

Best for: Brands that value a long track record.

Strengths

  • On the Shopify App Store since 2016
  • 148 reviews, rated 4.8 out of 5
  • 30-day free trial

Limitations

  • From $199/month
  • Interface not available in French
Shopify listing
9

SimiCart

Vietnam · 2023 · ★ 4.5 (40)

Entry price

$99/mo

Best for: Small stores that want a free preview before publishing.

Strengths

  • Free plan to design and preview the app
  • From $99/month to publish
  • Interface available in French

Limitations

  • 40 reviews, rated 4.5 out of 5
  • 14-day trial
Shopify listing
10

Hulk Mobile App Builder

United Kingdom · 2020 · ★ 4.7 (75)

Entry price

$79/mo

Best for: Multilingual stores looking for a low entry price.

Strengths

  • From $79/month
  • Interface translated into many languages, including French

Limitations

  • Free plan limited to development stores
  • 14-day trial
  • 75 reviews, rated 4.7 out of 5
Shopify listing

How to choose a Shopify mobile app builder

  1. 1True cost over 12 months

    Compare the entry price times 12, and check for extra fees (revenue share, paid add-ons).

  2. 2Try before you pay

    A free plan or a 30-day trial lets you see your app on your phone before committing.

  3. 3Language of the tool and support

    If your team works in French or another language, check that the interface and support are available in it.

  4. 4Push notifications

    They are the main driver of repeat purchases: make sure they are unlimited and can be scheduled on your plan.

  5. 5Who publishes the app

    Some vendors handle App Store and Google Play publishing, others require your own developer accounts.

Want to go further? Our step-by-step guide covers costs, steps and App Store rules. Read the guide →

Methodology

  • Selection: the most installed or most cited Shopify mobile app builders listed on the Shopify App Store.
  • Data: entry price, free plan, trial length, rating, review count, interface languages, launch year and developer country, taken from each official listing on October 11, 2026.
  • Ranking: set by the Shopaliz team based on value for money for small to mid-sized stores. Since Shopaliz is ranked first by its own maker, we publish all the data so you can draw your own conclusions.
  • Updates: monthly. Spotted an error or a price change? Email contact@shopaliz.com.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Shopify mobile app builder?

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It depends on your budget. For small to mid-sized stores, Shopaliz is the most affordable (free to build, then from $69/month). For large, high-volume brands, Tapcart (from $500/month). Superfans and Shopney have the most reviews.

Can I build a Shopify app for free?

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Yes, to build and test it. Shopaliz, OneMobile and SimiCart offer a free plan. Publishing to the App Store and Google Play usually requires a paid plan: from $69/month with Shopaliz.

How much does a Shopify mobile app cost?

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With an app builder, between $69 and $500 per month for the entry plan depending on the tool, or $828 to $6,000 over 12 months. A custom-built app usually costs far more.

Does Shopify have its own app builder?

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No. Shopify offers the Shop app, shared by all stores, but no tool to build your own branded app. You need an app from the Shopify App Store, such as those in this comparison.

Which builders are available in French?

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According to the Shopify App Store listings: Shopaliz, Shopney, OneMobile, SimiCart and Hulk Mobile App Builder. Tapcart, Superfans, Appbrew, MageNative and Plobal Apps are English only.

Is there a French Shopify mobile app builder?

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Yes. Shopaliz is a French company based in Maussane-les-Alpilles, with an interface and support in French and English.

Do I need Apple and Google developer accounts?

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It depends on the vendor. With Shopaliz, App Store and Google Play publishing is handled by Shopaliz. Check this point on each tool's listing before choosing.

Are push notifications included?

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With Shopaliz, push notifications are unlimited from the Starter plan ($69/month) and can be scheduled from the Silver plan ($99/month). Terms vary for other tools: check their listings.

Build your Shopify mobile app for free

Install Shopaliz, design your app and test it on your phone. You only pay when you publish to the stores.

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