Kernvel GateIQ vs Locksmith

Kernvel GateIQ edges out Locksmith on rating (5.0★ vs 4.7★), but the gap is small enough that pricing fit and feature differentiation should drive the decision more than the headline number.

Pricing entry tiers: Kernvel GateIQ at Free plan available, Locksmith 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 (seats, usage volume, integrations) varies.

Locksmith has the larger user base (307 reviews vs 2), which usually maps to broader integration coverage, faster bug-fix cadence, and a deeper bench of community workflow patterns. Kernvel GateIQ's smaller cohort can be an advantage for niche workflows where the bigger app has accumulated bloat.

Recommended by size: small/early-stage merchants who need fast install and low risk should default to Kernvel GateIQ; mid-market and enterprise merchants with specific feature requirements should evaluate both — Locksmith's 307-review base may include the workflow context that matches your specific use case better than Kernvel GateIQ's broader-but-shallower coverage.

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.

Is Kernvel GateIQ or Locksmith cheaper?

Both Kernvel GateIQ and Locksmith offer paid plans only. Kernvel GateIQ starts at Free plan available; Locksmith starts at Free plan available. Compare the per-tier features in the Pricing section above before committing.

Which has better reviews, Kernvel GateIQ or Locksmith?

Kernvel GateIQ has the higher average rating (5.0★ from 2 reviews) compared to Locksmith (4.7★ from 307 reviews). Both are tracked daily by AppRanks, so the figures here update each refresh cycle.

Should I choose Kernvel GateIQ or Locksmith?

Kernvel GateIQ holds the higher average rating (5.0★ vs 4.7★). That is the one dimension AppRanks can separate them on here — read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.

Which is faster to set up, Kernvel GateIQ or Locksmith?

Both apps are one-click installs from the Shopify App Store. Locksmith has the deeper published review base (307 vs 2), which often — though not always — accompanies better-tested setup docs. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly: read the recent reviews on each app's detail page for user-reported install experience.

Which works better for small vs large Shopify App Store merchants?

Kernvel GateIQ typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (2 reviews). Locksmith typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (307 reviews). A larger review base generally means the app has been exercised at scale — relevant if you are processing high volume or handling enterprise compliance requirements.

Can I migrate data between Kernvel GateIQ and Locksmith?

Migration support varies by app and category. Kernvel GateIQ and Locksmith 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 Kernvel GateIQ" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.