Shopify app comparison
ReConvert (Upsell.com) vs Essential Upsell & Cross Sell
Choose Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) when you want post-purchase one-click offers plus pre-purchase upsells. Choose Essential Upsell & Cross Sell when you want to prove a small set of complementary offers. Choose neither if your current setup already does enough or the expected improvement would not justify the extra cost and work.
ReConvert (Upsell.com)
You want post-purchase one-click offers plus pre-purchase upsells. A broad upsell platform for stores that want product, cart and post-purchase offers in one measured funnel.
Setup: Light setup
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Essential Upsell & Cross Sell
You want to prove a small set of complementary offers. A lower-cost route for testing product, cart and post-purchase offers before committing to a heavier upsell stack.
Setup: Light setup
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Wait if the upsell and cross-sell problem is still occasional, your current setup already handles it or your team does not have time to use either app well.
See the simpler starting point →The differences that matter
Swipe the table to see both apps →
| What to check | ReConvert (Upsell.com) | Essential Upsell & Cross Sell |
|---|---|---|
| What you get | Product, cart, checkout and post-purchase offer coverage, One-click post-purchase upsell funnels, Offer conversion and funnel reporting | Frequently bought together offers, Product and cart add-ons, Post-purchase offers |
| Important limitation | Checkout upsell placement depends on Shopify plan eligibility. | Plans use app-generated revenue allowances. |
Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) is the stronger fit when:
- You want post-purchase one-click offers plus pre-purchase upsells
- You have enough order volume to measure offer performance
- You want funnel analytics and testing in the same app
Essential Upsell & Cross Sell is the stronger fit when:
- You want to prove a small set of complementary offers
- A free or lower-cost starting tier matters
- You need common placements rather than advanced experimentation
What will you actually pay?
ReConvert (Upsell.com)
From USD 4.99/monthFree is for development stores. Paid tiers depend on total orders or upsell revenue; check the full table before installing.
Pricing checked 2026-09-07Check official pricing ↗Essential Upsell & Cross Sell
Free up to USD 100 app revenuePaid tiers increase app-generated revenue allowances; the first two allow $500 and $1,000. Check the measurement basis before launch.
Pricing checked 2026-09-07Check official pricing ↗You might not need either yet
Wait if the upsell and cross-sell problem is still occasional, your current setup already handles it or your team does not have time to use either app well.
- You only need one simple product-page add-on
- You need complex multivariate testing
- The problem is still occasional, your current setup already handles it or neither app would create enough value to justify the extra cost and work.
Ready to set it up?
Start with one useful feature and test the customer journey before switching on more.
Set up ReConvert (Upsell.com)
Use Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) for a controlled first use case and expand only after the result is proven.
- Choose one offer moment
- Build a focused funnel
- Match the storefront
- Test and launch
Set up Essential Upsell & Cross Sell
Use Essential Upsell & Cross Sell for a controlled first use case and expand only after the result is proven.
- Pick a customer need
- Configure one offer
- Test every path
- Review the pilot
Checks that apply to either app
- The complete customer and operational journey works on mobile and desktop.
- Required Shopify data and integrations update once and in the intended place.
- A person responsible can resolve common failures without unsafe access or manual workarounds.
- The measured value is compared with software cost, team time and new support demand.
Common questions
Is Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) better than Essential Upsell & Cross Sell?
Not automatically. Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) is the better fit when you want post-purchase one-click offers plus pre-purchase upsells. Essential Upsell & Cross Sell is the better fit when you want to prove a small set of complementary offers.
Which is easier to set up: Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) or Essential Upsell & Cross Sell?
Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) is currently classed as light setup, while Essential Upsell & Cross Sell is light setup. The real effort depends on your data, integrations, theme and the number of workflows you enable.
How should I test Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) against Essential Upsell & Cross Sell before committing?
Choose one real customer journey and one measurable outcome. Complete the same checks for both options, including the complete customer and operational journey works on mobile and desktop. and required shopify data and integrations update once and in the intended place., then compare the result and the work your team had to do.
What should I measure after choosing Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) or Essential Upsell & Cross Sell?
Record the current result before launch, then measure the customer outcome the app is meant to improve alongside app cost, support demand, errors and the time required to run it. Keep the app only when the total value is clear.
Can I switch between Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert) and Essential Upsell & Cross Sell later?
Usually, but switching can affect settings, customer data, theme placements, integrations and reporting. Export what you can, document the current setup and test the replacement before removing the original app.
Still comparing?
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Based on official app listings and vendor documentation, not a claim of hands-on testing of every feature. Affiliate relationships do not decide which app we recommend.
- Upsell.com (formerly ReConvert): official product information
- Essential Upsell & Cross Sell: official product information