Locksmith vs SparkLayer B2B Catalogs

SparkLayer B2B Catalogs 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: Locksmith at Free trial available, SparkLayer B2B Catalogs at Free. 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 (306 reviews vs 3), which usually maps to broader integration coverage, faster bug-fix cadence, and a deeper bench of community workflow patterns. SparkLayer B2B Catalogs'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 SparkLayer B2B Catalogs; mid-market and enterprise merchants with specific feature requirements should evaluate both — Locksmith's 306-review base may include the workflow context that matches your specific use case better than SparkLayer B2B Catalogs'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 Locksmith or SparkLayer B2B Catalogs cheaper?

Both Locksmith and SparkLayer B2B Catalogs offer paid plans only. Locksmith starts at Free trial available; SparkLayer B2B Catalogs starts at Free. Compare the per-tier features in the Pricing section above before committing.

Which has better reviews, Locksmith or SparkLayer B2B Catalogs?

SparkLayer B2B Catalogs has the higher average rating (5.0★ from 3 reviews) compared to Locksmith (4.7★ from 306 reviews). Both are tracked daily by AppRanks, so the figures here update each refresh cycle.

Should I choose Locksmith or SparkLayer B2B Catalogs?

SparkLayer B2B Catalogs 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, Locksmith or SparkLayer B2B Catalogs?

Both apps are one-click installs from the Shopify App Store. Locksmith has the deeper published review base (306 vs 3), 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?

Locksmith typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (306 reviews). SparkLayer B2B Catalogs typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (3 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 Locksmith and SparkLayer B2B Catalogs?

Migration support varies by app and category. Locksmith and SparkLayer B2B Catalogs 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 SparkLayer B2B Catalogs" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.