Currency Converter Plus and Nova: Multi Currency Converter both aim to streamline the international shopping experience on Shopify by automatically displaying prices in customers' local currencies. Currency Converter Plus positions itself as a 'professional solution' emphasizing its comprehensive feature set and readiness for Shopify Markets, suggesting a focus on larger or more complex e-commerce operations. Nova: Multi Currency Converter, on the other hand, highlights ease of use and customization, with a focus on increasing international sales through a 'seamless shopping experience'. Key differences lie in the level of configuration offered and the support provided. Currency Converter Plus boasts a higher number of available currencies (222 including cryptocurrencies) and more frequent exchange rate updates. It touts 'high-quality IP databases with constant updates'. Nova prioritizes user-friendliness with easy customization of the currency bar and 24/7 live chat support, making it a potentially better fit for merchants needing readily available assistance. Both apps offer automatic currency conversion based on customer location, but differ in their core emphasis: one on robust features and the other on streamlined user experience and support.
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The professional solution to go international, with tons of unrivaled features and ready for Markets
Location based automatic currency convertor built to help increase international sales
| Rating | 5/5 | 4.9/5 |
Rating Currency Converter Plus5/5 Nova: Multi Currency Converter4.9/5 | ||
| Reviews | 191 | 610 |
Reviews Currency Converter Plus191 Nova: Multi Currency Converter610 | ||
| Currencies Supported | 222 (including crypto) | 130+ |
Currencies Supported Currency Converter Plus222 (including crypto) Nova: Multi Currency Converter130+ | ||
| Exchange Rate Updates | Every minute | Trusted, Shopify API based |
Exchange Rate Updates Currency Converter PlusEvery minute Nova: Multi Currency ConverterTrusted, Shopify API based | ||
| Customer Support | Not explicitly mentioned | 24/7 Live Chat |
Customer Support Currency Converter PlusNot explicitly mentioned Nova: Multi Currency Converter24/7 Live Chat | ||
| Customization | Highly configurable styles, rounding, menu button | Design & colors of currency switcher |
Customization Currency Converter PlusHighly configurable styles, rounding, menu button Nova: Multi Currency ConverterDesign & colors of currency switcher | ||
| Target Merchant | Larger stores requiring extensive currency options and Markets compatibility | Merchants prioritizing ease of use, customization, and immediate support |
Target Merchant Currency Converter PlusLarger stores requiring extensive currency options and Markets compatibility Nova: Multi Currency ConverterMerchants prioritizing ease of use, customization, and immediate support | ||
| Ease of Use | Configuration options provided but not explicitly stated as 'easy' | Emphasis on simple customization and setup |
Ease of Use Currency Converter PlusConfiguration options provided but not explicitly stated as 'easy' Nova: Multi Currency ConverterEmphasis on simple customization and setup | ||
| Value Proposition | Comprehensive, professional currency conversion with extensive options | Seamless, customizable currency conversion with strong customer support |
Value Proposition Currency Converter PlusComprehensive, professional currency conversion with extensive options Nova: Multi Currency ConverterSeamless, customizable currency conversion with strong customer support | ||
For established stores operating in numerous markets or those seeking to accept cryptocurrencies, Currency Converter Plus is likely the superior choice. Its extensive currency support, constant exchange rate updates, and compatibility with Shopify Markets cater to more complex international setups. The tradeoff is that it may require more configuration and offer less immediate support.
Nova: Multi Currency Converter excels for merchants prioritizing ease of use, visual customization, and readily available support. New stores, or those focusing on a smaller set of international markets, will likely find Nova's simpler interface and 24/7 live chat support a more attractive proposition. While it supports fewer currencies, its focus on seamless integration and a customizable user experience can contribute to a better overall customer experience and increased international sales.
Currency Converter Plus supports 222 currencies, including cryptocurrencies, while Nova: Multi Currency Converter supports 130+ currencies.
Nova: Multi Currency Converter offers 24/7 live chat human support, while Currency Converter Plus does not explicitly mention live support.
Nova: Multi Currency Converter emphasizes the ease of customizing the look and feel of the currency switcher to match your brand. Currency Converter Plus mentions configuration of styles, but does not specifically call out 'ease' of customization.
Currency Converter Plus explicitly states that it is 'Compatible with the most used Shopify Markets configurations', making it a better choice for stores heavily reliant on Shopify Markets.
Currency Converter Plus updates exchange rates every minute from reliable providers, while Nova: Multi Currency Converter uses trusted up-to-date exchange rates based on Shopify's conversion systems & API, but does not specify update frequency.
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