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Conveniently setup and manage subscriptions & boxes with robust merchant tools, and an intuitive UI
| Metric | HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants | Appstle℠ Subscriptions App |
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| Rating | 4.9 ★ | ★ 5.0 ★ |
| Total reviews | 13 | ★ 7.7k |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing | Free plan available | Free plan available |
| Built for Shopify | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing tiers | 3 tiers | ★ 4 tiers |
| Listed features | 3 | ★ 5 |
| Featured placements | — | 4 |
| Review velocity (30d) | — | 384 new |
| Languages | 1 supported | 1 supported |
| Listed since | Mar 2024 | Apr 2021 |
HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants and Appstle℠ Subscriptions App are evenly matched on rating (4.9★ vs 5.0★) — the differentiator comes down to pricing fit, feature breadth, and which app's interaction pattern suits your team's workflow. Pricing entry tiers: HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants at Free plan available, Appstle℠ Subscriptions App at Free plan available. Check each app's tier structure for the capacity limits you actually need before deciding — the headline number is the same shape, but the gating shape per tier (apps, orders, integrations) varies. Appstle℠ Subscriptions App has the larger user base (7,731 reviews vs 13), which usually maps to broader integration coverage, faster bug-fix cadence, and a deeper bench of community workflow patterns. HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants's smaller cohort can be an advantage for niche workflows where the bigger app has accumulated bloat. Recommended evaluation path: install both apps' free tiers (where available) and run them in parallel on a small cohort of orders for 7-14 days before committing. The data tables below show the per-feature breakdown — for most merchants the deciding factor will be a single integration or workflow detail that's hard to compare from listing pages alone. This verdict is generated from the live marketplace data on this page — rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position all refresh from the canonical Shopify App Store listing every 24 hours. AppRanks does not accept payment to influence comparison outcomes; the methodology is documented on the About page and applies identically to every pair on the site.
Read each app's audit: HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants audit • Appstle℠ Subscriptions App audit
| Keyword | HiVar | Appstle℠ Subscriptions App |
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| subscribe | Not ranked | #1 |
| subscription app | Not ranked | #1 |
| subscribe and save | Not ranked | #1 |
| sold out | #2 | Not ranked |
| hide | #24 | Not ranked |
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| Signal | HiVar | Appstle℠ Subscriptions App |
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| Average rating | 4.9 ★ (13) | 5.0 ★ (7.7k) |
| Rating distribution | 5— 4— 3— 2— 1— | 598% 41% 30% 20% 10% |
| Reviews · last 7 days | — | +82 |
| Reviews · last 30 days | — | +384 |
| Reviews · last 90 days | — | +1.3k |
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Both HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants and Appstle℠ Subscriptions App offer paid plans only. HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants starts at Free plan available; Appstle℠ Subscriptions App starts at Free plan available. Compare the per-tier features in the Pricing section above before committing.
HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants (4.9★, 13 reviews) and Appstle℠ Subscriptions App (5.0★, 7,731 reviews) are essentially tied on rating. Look at review velocity and individual reviewer quotes — both visible on each app's detail page — to differentiate.
It depends on what you're optimizing for. HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants fits better if you prioritize broader integrations; Appstle℠ Subscriptions App is the call if you need the higher-rated option. Read both apps' detail pages on AppRanks for the full feature breakdown, install counts, and recent listing changes.
Both apps are one-click installs from the Shopify App Store marketplace. Appstle℠ Subscriptions App has more onboarding documentation maturity (7,731 reviews vs 13), which usually translates to better-tested setup wizards and quicker time-to-value. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly — read the recent reviews on each app's detail page for merchant-reported install experience.
HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants typically suits early-stage and growth-mode stores based on its review-base composition (13 reviews). Appstle℠ Subscriptions App aligns more with established stores with steady traffic (7,731 reviews). Larger review bases generally mean the app has been load-tested at scale — relevant if you're processing high order volume or handling enterprise compliance requirements.
Great and provide fast response when assistance is required!
We've been really happy with this subscription app for our Shopify store. It was quick and easy to get everything set up, and it has all the features we need to manage subscriptions and recurring orders without any hassle. The customer experience is seamless, and the app fits perfectly into our store's workflow. One of
Again a brilliant service from Appstle, great support and any issues resolved within minutes. I cannot fault it at all
Excellent customer service. Fast response and clear instructions and support. Really pleased with the App
Just started using this app and I have been really impressed by the onboarding service. Kate has been extremely helpful in getting the app installed onto our website and getting the formatting just right. Would recommend this to other small businesses.
Migration support varies by app and category. HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants and Appstle℠ Subscriptions App both publish their export options on their marketplace listing pages (or in their support docs); some apps offer one-click import from competitors, others require CSV. The fastest check: search "import from HiVar : Hide Sold Out Variants" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.
