A better alternative to Shopify Loyalty Apps
Shopify loyalty apps are designed for e-commerce stores. Cockato is built for physical businesses — with QR code signup, wallet passes, and built-in marketing. No Shopify subscription needed.
No credit card required · Free forever up to 50 members
Shopify Loyalty Apps vs Cockato
See exactly how Cockato compares — feature by feature.
| Feature | Shopify Loyalty Apps | Cockato |
|---|---|---|
| Works for physical stores | Limited | |
| No platform subscription required | ||
| Apple & Google Wallet passes | ||
| QR code signup | ||
| SMS marketing built-in | ||
| Free tier | Varies | Yes — 50 members |
| Setup time | 30+ min | Under 5 min |
| Works without internet store | ||
| Points & punch card programs | ||
| Multi-location support | Varies | |
| No app download for customers | Varies | |
| Custom branding | ||
| Works with any POS |
Common Shopify Loyalty Apps frustrations
E-commerce focused, not physical
Shopify loyalty apps are built for online stores. If you run a café, salon, or retail shop, they don't support in-person QR check-ins or wallet passes.
Requires Shopify subscription
You need an active Shopify plan ($39+/month) just to install loyalty apps. That's before paying for the loyalty app itself — often $20-100/month extra.
Complex setup and configuration
Installing and configuring Shopify loyalty apps often requires theme editing, liquid code changes, and troubleshooting compatibility issues with your store.
Locked into the Shopify ecosystem
If you ever move away from Shopify, your loyalty program disappears. Your customer data and points history are trapped in the Shopify app.
What you get with Cockato
A modern, wallet-native loyalty platform that works for any business — worldwide.
Built for physical businesses
Cockato is designed for in-person experiences — perfect for cafés, salons, restaurants, and retail stores with foot traffic.
Apple & Google Wallet native
Loyalty cards live in your customers' phone wallet. No app, no account creation, no friction.
QR code signup in 10 seconds
Place a QR code at your counter. Customers scan, enter their name, and their loyalty card is saved instantly.
SMS & email marketing included
Run targeted campaigns, send birthday rewards, and re-engage lapsed customers — all built into Cockato.
Platform independent
Cockato works independently of any e-commerce platform. Use it with Shopify, without Shopify, or alongside any other tools.
Free to start, affordable to scale
50 active members free, paid plans from $9.99/month. No Shopify subscription needed — save $39+/month on platform fees alone.
Switch in 3 simple steps
Sign up for Cockato
Create your free account in under 2 minutes. No Shopify integration needed — Cockato works independently.
Design your loyalty program
Choose points, punch cards, or both. Add your branding, set reward thresholds, and customize your wallet pass design.
Share your QR code
Print your QR code and place it at checkout. Customers scan to join, earn rewards, and get wallet passes — zero friction.
10s
Avg. signup time
Via QR code
4.8★
User rating
From 127 reviews
40%
More repeat visits
Avg. increase
$0
To get started
No Shopify needed
"We tried three different Shopify loyalty apps — they were all designed for online stores. Cockato just works for our physical bakery. Customers scan the QR code and they're done."
Priya M.
Owner, Sunrise Bakery
Frequently Asked Questions
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