Gleam Competitions is the #24 ranked giveaways and contests app on Shopify, with a 3.6 average rating from 32 reviews, with a free plan available, as of Sep 5, 2026.
Gleam Competitions is a Shopify App Store app by Gleam, launched December 2013. With a rating of 3.6★ from 32 reviews, it currently ranks #24 in the Giveaways and contests category.
AppRanks data: Gleam Competitions ranks #24 in Giveaways and contests on Shopify App Store, placing it in the top 37% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
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Gleam Competitions is a mixed-rating Shopify app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Giveaways and contests category on Shopify App Store, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 32 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. The free tier lets you trial the entry feature set without committing a payment method. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical Shopify App Store listing.
Pros
- +Free tier available — no card required to evaluate
- +Published by Gleam — established developer track record
Cons
- −Average rating below 4.0 (3.6★) — read recent low-star reviews before committing
- −Limited review base (32) — ratings can shift significantly with new feedback
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About Gleam Competitions
How Gleam Competitions works
Gleam Competitions is a Contest + Sweepstakes widget you can set up with a combination of entry methods that will drive traffic to your shop & increase real user engagement from visitors.
Entrants have to complete actions such as subscribe to your email list or interact on social media in exchange for a chance to win your prize.
Giveaway marketing is easy: Collect emails from visitors who want to win your prize, then keep them engaged with sales funnels & discounts after the giveaway is over.
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Key features
- Create your own campaign, or use our campaign templates for every occasion.
- Run campaigns directly from your Shopify store to increase website traffic.
- Get entrants to sign up to your newsletter then sync to your Shopify admin.
- Use Viral Share action to incentivize entrants to refer their friends & family.
- Create photo contests to collect user-generated content from your customers.
Standardized capabilities
Normalized capabilities detected for this app, comparable across the marketplace.
- A/B TestingRun experiments to compare variations and optimize user experience.common
- Age VerificationConfirm customer age to comply with legal requirements.
- AI AnalyticsUtilize AI-driven analytics tools for actionable insights and reporting.common
- Store AnnouncementsDisplay important announcements to your customers on your storefront.
- APIs and WebhooksLeverage APIs and webhooks for real-time data synchronization.common
- Automated Data EntryAutomatically input data into fields to save time and reduce errors.common
- Automated Winner SelectionAutomatically select winning entries based on defined parameters.common
- Promotional BannersDesign and display eye-catching banners to promote your products or services.common
- Checkout TrackingMonitor the checkout process to identify drop-off points.common
- Confirmation EmailsSend confirmation emails for purchases or registrations to customers.common
- ConvertKit IntegrationIntegrate with ConvertKit for email marketing and automation.
- Countdown TimerCreate countdown timers to build anticipation for events or promotions.common
- Custom Branding SolutionsImplement custom branding strategies to enhance your market presence.table-stakes
- Custom CampaignsCreate tailored marketing campaigns to engage your audience effectively.common
- Custom CSS StylingApply custom CSS to personalize the look and feel of your store.common
- Custom Entry PointsCreate tailored entry points for users to access your services or content.common
- Custom FontsUse and manage custom fonts to enhance your design.common
- Custom Form FieldsCreate and manage custom fields within forms.differentiator
- Custom SMTP ConfigurationSet up a custom SMTP server for email sending.
- Discount CodesCreate and manage discount codes to incentivize purchases.common
- Percentage and Volume DiscountsApply percentage and volume discounts to incentivize purchases.common
- EditorUtilize a powerful editor for modifying and enhancing your content.common
- Email AutomationAutomate your email marketing campaigns for better engagement and efficiency.common
- Email Capture FormsGrow your email list by capturing customer emails through forms.common
- Email Capture Pop-UpsCollect email addresses with targeted email capture pop-ups.common
- Custom Email TemplatesCreate and customize email templates for various communications.common
- Exit-Intent PopupsCapture visitor attention with popups when they intend to leave your site.common
- Fair Selection OptionsEnsure fair selection processes for users in various contexts.common
- Geolocation ServicesUtilize geolocation to enhance customer experiences and location-based services.common
- Instant Win PromotionsRun promotions that allow customers to win instantly.differentiator
- Custom Landing PagesCreate tailored landing pages to enhance user experience and drive conversions.common
- LocalizationAdapt your content and offerings to different languages and regions.common
- Multi-Language SupportOffer a multilingual experience for your customers.common
- Email NewslettersCreate and send newsletters to keep customers informed and engaged.common
- Opt-In Pop-UpsUse consent pop-ups to collect customer information and preferences.common
- Photo And Video ContestsEngage customers with contests for photo and video submissions.common
- Custom Pop-UpsCreate targeted pop-ups for promotions, reviews, and discounts to engage visitors.common
- Post-Entry Email CampaignsSend targeted emails to customers after they enter their information.differentiator
- Raffle PromotionsEngage customers with raffle promotions to boost participation and sales.differentiator
- Refer-a-FriendEncourage customers to refer friends for rewards or discounts.common
- ReportingGenerate and view reports on various metrics and data.common
- Rewards RedemptionFacilitate the redemption of rewards for customers to enhance loyalty.common
- Rule-Based TriggersImplement triggers based on defined rules for automated actions.common
- Audience SegmentationDivide your audience into targeted segments for personalized marketing.common
- Social Media SharingEnable sharing of products and content across social media platforms.common
- Storefront API IntegrationIntegrate and customize your storefront with a flexible API solution.common
- Subscription Entry PointsProvide customers with easy entry points to subscribe to products.differentiator
- Survey IncentivesEncourage participation by offering rewards for completing surveys.differentiator
- Survey CollectionCollect valuable insights through customizable surveys and feedback forms.common
- SweepstakesRun sweepstakes to engage customers and offer exciting rewards.common
- Customer Targeting FeaturesUtilize targeting options to reach specific customer demographics effectively.common
- Template ManagementCreate and manage templates for consistent branding and messaging.common
- Order Tracking FeaturesProvide customers with tracking information for their orders.common
- Translation ServicesTranslate your store content into different languages.common
- Unlimited Custom FieldsAdd an unlimited number of custom fields to your products or orders.
- Unlimited FormsCreate and manage an unlimited number of forms for data collection.common
- VotingEnable voting on reviews to highlight the most helpful feedback.common
- Marketing ContestsLaunch contests to engage customers and increase brand awareness.common
- Product GiveawaysRun promotional giveaways to engage customers and boost sales.common
- User EngagementEnhance customer interactions through targeted engagement strategies.
Pricing plans
Free
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Pro59/month
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Most popular Business179/month
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Premium499/month
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Category rankings
As of Sep 5, 2026- Giveaways and contests#24of 66Top 37%
- Notification#79of 514Top 16%
- Pop-up#185of 492Top 38%
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Keyword rankings
Gleam Competitions ranks for 10 keywords across Shopify App Store. Here are the top 3:
- Rank #11
- Rank #22
- Rank #5
Competitors & alternatives
Gleam Competitions doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked giveaways and contests apps on Shopify:
Frequently asked questions
What is Gleam Competitions?
Gleam Competitions is an app for Shopify. It currently holds a 3.6-star rating from 32 merchant reviews, and it has been listed on the marketplace since 2013. It is listed under the Giveaways and contests category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by Gleam.
Is Gleam Competitions free?
Gleam Competitions offers a free plan that merchants can install on Shopify without entering payment details. Paid tiers Pro, Business, Premium unlock additional features for teams that outgrow the free plan. Pricing details on this page are mirrored from the live Shopify listing and refresh on each scrape cycle.
Who uses Gleam Competitions?
Gleam Competitions is actively installed across Shopify stores tracked by AppRanks. Its review base is still building, which usually maps to early-stage merchants and stores piloting a new workflow. It is part of the Giveaways and contests category on Shopify.
Where does Gleam Competitions rank on Shopify?
Gleam Competitions currently sits at position #24 in the Giveaways and contests category on Shopify. That places it in the top 36% of 66 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.
What does Gleam Competitions integrate with?
Gleam Competitions lists 6 integrations on its Shopify marketplace page. The most prominent are ConvertKit, Facebook, Instagram, Mailchimp, YouTube, Zapier. Integration data is mirrored from the live Shopify listing on each refresh, so the set above tracks whatever the developer has currently published — it does not reflect deeper compatibility AppRanks has not been able to verify from public data.