Our Favorite Shopify Apps in 2026
Running a Shopify store is way more fun when you've got the right apps in your corner. After building lots of Shopify websites over the years, we've rounded up our absolute favorite tools we use at Dope Magic Co, from freebies to a few splurges that are totally worth it. Let's get into it!
Fokkio — Automatic Gifts | Free/$5/mo
Who doesn't love a surprise gift? Fokkio lets you automatically add gifts to your customers' carts based on conditions like cart total or product added, which is such a fun way to add a little magic to every package. It's free for your first 10 orders a month and then the $5/mo covers up to 100 orders a month.
Locksmith — $12+/mo
Want to create password protected collections? Maybe a VIP shop, an early access drop, or a members only section? Locksmith makes it super easy. Choose different locks, add locks to pages or collections, give access to only certain individuals.. the possibilities are endless. Their monthly payment is based on your Shopify plan. Basic is $12/mo and Grow is $29/mo.
Smile.io — Free
Loyalty programs don't have to be complicated. Smile.io lets you reward your customers with points, referrals, and VIP perks and the free plan is genuinely solid. Just like you love going to Sephora for the points, your customers will come back to your store for their skincare vs shopping on other sites! You can upgrade to their next tier to show points directly on products but the free covers everything you need to get started.
Instafeed — Free
Keep your store looking up to date by pulling your Instagram feed right onto your website. It's a great way to show off your aesthetic and keep things feeling current without any extra effort. We love adding these feeds to the footer of a website!
Seal Subscriptions — Free
Want to offer subscription products? Seal Subscriptions is our go to. This app makes setting up subscriptions totally painless and it won't cost you a dime to get started. You can select which products are available for subscriptions, if you want to offer a $ or % off if they choose to subscribe, their delivery frequency, and more. Customers are able to edit, pause, and cancel their subscription on their own too. One less thing for you to manage!
Monk — $50/mo
Okay, this one is a splurge, but MONK IS MAGIC. This app does so much: offer tiered gifts based on cart value or number of products (think premium samples), add free gifts directly in the cart, create post-purchase offers, and a ton more. If you're serious about increasing your average order value and wowing your customers at checkout, Monk is 100% worth every penny.
Judge.me Reviews — Free
Social proof is everything. Judge.me makes it easy to collect and display product reviews on your store, and the free plan covers pretty much everything you need. More reviews = more trust = more sales. And, it's another SEO booster!
Flow + Messaging for Welcome Email Flows — Free
First impressions matter! Shopify's built in Flow and Messaging tools let you set up welcome email flows for new subscribers and customers, totally free. It's a great way to introduce new people to your brand's world. It's not just limited to welcome flows either. Set up flows based on countless triggers like if they've purchased in the last 6 months, bought a certain product, etc.
Want to send email blasts to your customers? Use Shopify's built in Messaging app and you can stop paying for a monthly newsletter platform.
Digital Downloads — Free
Selling digital products? Shopify's Digital Downloads app makes it easy to deliver files straight to your customers after purchase. Whether it's printables, PDFs, or freebies, this free app has you covered.
The Bottom Line
You don't have to spend a fortune to build an amazing Shopify store. Most of our favorite apps are completely free, and the paid ones (Fokkio, Locksmith, and Monk) bring so much value that they pay for themselves pretty quickly. Try a few out and see what kind of magic you can make!
