Works out of the box with any theme, and looks amazing! Add all the currencies with the push of a button. Convert prices instantly, on any device automatically or change them manually from the Currency Switcher. Since Shopify doesn't allow developers to convert prices on the Checkout page, we came up with a few ways to inform your customers of this. Either with a custom message on the cart page or if they hover over the converted prices, they'll be able to still see the original prices.
Is there a free plan, or do I have to pay from day one?
BEAST Currency Converter offers a permanent free plan that supports up to 5 currencies and 3 switcher designs — no trial period, no credit card required. If you need more, the Elite plan is $9.95/month and includes 160+ currencies, geolocation auto-switching, and a checkout currency notification. A 30-day free trial is available for the Elite plan.
Will prices convert at checkout too, or just on the storefront?
Prices are converted on the storefront only — Shopify's platform does not allow third-party apps to modify the checkout page currency. BEAST handles this transparently by displaying a custom notification message on the cart page and showing original prices when customers hover over converted prices, so shoppers aren't surprised at checkout.
Will it work with my existing theme without breaking anything?
Yes — the app is designed to work out of the box with any Shopify theme and places the currency switcher automatically in the store's header. No manual theme code edits or developer involvement are required for basic setup.
How long does setup take — can I do it myself without a developer?
Setup is quick and requires no technical or developer skills. Most merchants report being up and running within minutes. The support team has also been noted for going hands-on inside merchants' backends to help configure the app if needed.
Will the app automatically detect and switch to my customer's local currency?
Geolocation-based auto-switching is available on the Elite plan ($9.95/month). On that plan, prices convert automatically based on the customer's detected location. Customers can also manually change their currency at any time using the Currency Switcher in the header.
What do other merchants say about the support team?
Support is generally well-regarded — merchants highlight prompt responses, professionalism, and hands-on help with configuration. The app holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,117 reviews, with 83% being 5-star. Some negative reviews mention slower response times around holidays, though the developer has publicly responded to most complaints and offered refunds where applicable.
How widely used and reliable is this app?
BEAST Currency Converter is installed on over 30,000 Shopify stores and has been available since January 2016, making it one of the more established options in its category. It is developed by Grizzly Apps SRL. A small number of reviews mention occasional price display inconsistencies (e.g., incorrect conversion values), though the developer attributes these to isolated incidents and responds to issues via email support.
