BSS: B2B Lock & Hide Price specialized tool designed for businesses that operate in both B2B and B2C sectors. Launched in December 2019, the app is particularly useful for managing access to specific content on websites or online stores, with a strong focus on pricing and products. One of the primary features of this app is its ability to restrict access to certain parts of a website or online store. This includes locking pages, hiding prices, and concealing products from certain user groups. Such functionality is crucial for businesses that require different levels of access for various customer segments.

Another significant aspect of the app is the differentiation it offers between retail and wholesale customers. This allows businesses to create a tailored experience for different types of customers by locking certain pages from retail customers while making them available exclusively to wholesale customers. In terms of integration and user interface, the app is known for its smooth integration with various themes and compatibility with other apps, enhancing the overall user experience.

The customer support for the app is highly praised, with users commending the prompt and professional customer service. The app has been well-received for its ability to effectively hide specific products and prices, and for the ease it brings in restricting page access. The app’s pricing structure includes a 14-day free trial, and various tiered pricing plans ranging from a free plan to premium options, catering to different business needs and scales.

BSS: B2B Subscriptions is a comprehensive subscription solution designed to enhance the capabilities of merchants on the Shopify platform. Launched in April 2021, this app is tailored to enable merchants to offer various subscription-based products and services to their customers. It supports multiple languages, primarily English, and is categorized under Subscriptions and Promotions on the Shopify App Store. The app offers flexible subscription models, including pay-as-you-go, standard and advanced prepaid options, as well as discounts. This flexibility enables merchants to cater to a wide range of customer preferences and business models. Customers can control their subscription status through a dedicated subscription page on the online store, enhancing their experience by providing them with autonomy over their subscriptions.

Merchants can monitor subscription performance through the app’s dashboard, which provides insights into total order amounts, average order value (AOV), and other relevant metrics. The app supports popular payment gateways such as Shopify Payments, PayPal Express, and Authorize.net, and integrates well with Shopify, ensuring a smooth transaction process for both merchants and customers. The app is noted for its user-friendly interface and responsive customer support. Merchants have reported efficient and quick assistance from the BSS Commerce team, enhancing their overall experience with the app. BSS offers a variety of pricing plans, including a free plan with basic features, and more advanced plans (Starter, Pro, and Advanced) ranging from $5 to $20 per month, designed to cater to different sizes and types of businesses.

Additional features include comprehensive email notification features for both customers and administrators, keeping all stakeholders informed about subscription changes and updates, and no transaction fees on recurring orders, regardless of the chosen plan. The app also offers managing subscription orders in Shopify admin page or BSS’s portal, dashboard analytics for actionable insights, and the ability to handle mixed cart checkout.