Kite is the discount toolkit Shopify merchants use to convert more customers & grow revenue without sacrificing your margins. Free gift with purchase, buy X get Y, BOGO, tiered & volume discounts, & progress bars showing customers exactly how close they are to their next reward. Apply multiple discount types in one code. Bulk discount codes for any campaign. In-built analytics for every metric on offer performance. Widgets that match your store. Built on native Shopify Functions - no hacks
Is there a free plan, or do I need to pay from day one?
Kite is free to install and offers one active Free Gift Campaign permanently free for stores on Basic & Grow Shopify plans. Paid plans start at $19/month (Basic & Grow) or $49/month (Advanced & Plus), both with a 7-day free trial and a 25% discount if billed annually. Development and affiliate stores get full access completely free.
Will this app slow down my store?
Merchants consistently report that Kite does not affect site performance. It is built on native Shopify Discount Functions — described by the developer as 'no hacks' — which means discounts are processed natively rather than through workarounds that could impact page speed.
How long does setup take — can I do it without a developer?
Setup is straightforward and no developer is required. After installing the app, you enable the app extension in your Shopify theme, then create your first campaign from the dashboard using pre-configured templates. Comprehensive documentation and video tutorials are available, and merchants describe the interface as intuitive with no confusing steps.
Does it work with my existing theme and cart apps like UpCart or GemPages?
Yes — Kite offers customizable widgets designed to match your store's theme and style. It officially integrates with Checkout, Easy Bundles, Checkout Wizard, UpCart, iCart, all slide carts, and GemPages. One merchant noted CSS issues across multiple store themes, but these were resolved by the support team.
Can I run multiple discount types together, or is it limited to one offer at a time?
Kite supports combining multiple discount types — including free gifts, percentage discounts, tiered/volume discounts, BOGO, and free shipping — under a single manual or automatic discount code. You can also stack discounts and create goal-based progress bars that motivate customers through multiple reward tiers in one campaign.
Does it work for international or multi-language stores?
Yes — the paid plans explicitly support Shopify Markets and multi-language storefronts. You can also use flexible market and customer tag filters within the custom discount builder, making it suitable for stores selling across multiple regions or currencies.
What do other merchants say about the support team?
Support is one of Kite's most praised qualities, with a 4.9-star rating across 700+ reviews (95% five-star). Merchants highlight fast response times, hands-on help during live campaigns, and willingness to assist with customizations beyond standard support. Individual team members like Janet and Divya are frequently mentioned by name in positive reviews.
