Hivebee AI is the #17 ranked search and filter app on Shopify, with a 5.0 average rating from 12 reviews, with a free plan available, as of Sep 5, 2026.
Hivebee AI is a Shopify App Store app by Rankskipper, launched February 2026. With a rating of 5.0★ from 12 reviews, it currently ranks #17 in the Search and filter category.
AppRanks data: Hivebee AI ranks #17 in Search and filter on Shopify App Store, placing it in the top 6% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
Generated from live marketplace data — refreshed daily
Hivebee AI is a category-leading Shopify app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Search and filter category on Shopify App Store, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 12 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
- +High average rating (5.0★) signals consistent merchant satisfaction
- +Free tier available — no card required to evaluate
- +Published by Rankskipper — established developer track record
Cons
- −Limited review base (12) — ratings can shift significantly with new feedback
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About Hivebee AI
How Hivebee AI works
Hivebee AI Search brings AI-powered product discovery to your Shopify store through a chat-style search widget and an AI search bar that replaces your existing header search. Shoppers can describe what they want in natural language, ask follow-up questions, and get relevant results without exact keywords or complex filters. By understanding search context and customer intent, Hivebee helps surface better-matched products faster.
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Key features
- Widget, AI search bar upgrade, or both — you choose the integration!
- Customers type keywords or ask naturally — the AI understands both ways
- Understands complex catalogs — finds products keyword search misses
- Serves customers in their own language — one store, every market
- Blends into your store design — no theme changes needed, live in minutes
Standardized capabilities
Normalized capabilities detected for this app, comparable across the marketplace.
- AI-Powered InsightsLeverage AI to uncover insights and trends in your data.common
- AI-Powered SearchEnhance search functionality with AI-driven results.table-stakes
- AI AnalyticsUtilize AI-driven analytics tools for actionable insights and reporting.common
- Autocomplete FieldsEnable automatic suggestions for faster form completion.table-stakes
- Behavior InsightsGain insights into customer behavior to optimize your marketing strategies.common
- Checkout TrackingMonitor the checkout process to identify drop-off points.common
- Custom CSS StylingApply custom CSS to personalize the look and feel of your store.common
- Custom DashboardsCreate interactive dashboards tailored to your analytics needs.common
- Custom Styling OptionsApply custom styles to enhance your store's appearance.table-stakes
- Dedicated Account ManagerWork with a dedicated account manager for tailored support.
- Exclude ResultsFilter out specific results from search queries to refine outcomes.common
- Image SearchQuickly find images using search functionality.differentiator
- Mobile Responsive DesignEnsure your site is mobile-friendly and adapts to all devices.table-stakes
- Multi-Language SupportOffer a multilingual experience for your customers.common
- Personalized SearchEnhance search results based on individual user preferences and history.common
- Product Search FunctionalityEnable customers to search for products easily on your site.table-stakes
- Search Results PageCustomize the layout and content of your search results page for better user experience.table-stakes
- Search Suggestions and QueriesOffer relevant search suggestions to guide users in finding content.table-stakes
- Natural Language UnderstandingUtilize natural language understanding for better search and interaction.common
Pricing plans
Free
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Premium49/month
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Most popular Business149/month
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Category rankings
As of Sep 6, 2026- Search and filter#17of 306Top 6%
- Search and navigation#172of 392Top 44%
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Keyword rankings
Hivebee AI ranks for 12 keywords across Shopify App Store. Here are the top 3:
- Rank #2
- Rank #15
- Rank #24
Competitors & alternatives
Hivebee AI doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked search and filter apps on Shopify:
Frequently asked questions
What is Hivebee AI?
Hivebee AI is an app for Shopify. It currently holds a 5.0-star rating from 12 merchant reviews, and it has been listed on the marketplace since 2026. It is listed under the Search and filter 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 Rankskipper.
Is Hivebee AI free?
Hivebee AI offers a free plan that merchants can install on Shopify without entering payment details. Paid tiers Premium, Business 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 Hivebee AI?
Hivebee AI 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 Search and filter category on Shopify.
Where does Hivebee AI rank on Shopify?
Hivebee AI currently sits at position #17 in the Search and filter category on Shopify. That places it in the top 6% of 306 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.