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Shipping Simulator for WooCommerce

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E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Shipping Simulator for WooCommerce Review - In-Depth Analysis

Calculate shipping rates directly on the product page in WooCommerce. Designed for Brazilian stores but adaptable for other needs.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 40+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows customers to calculate the shipping rates on the product page in your WooCommerce store.

This plugin was specially designed for Brazilian stores, but it can be easily adapted with hooks to meet other needs.

Features include calculating shipping directly from the product page, without having to choose variations, and automatically filling in the customer's address. If you are using a page builder, you can use the shortcode [wc_shipping_simulator].

To configure the plugin, access your admin panel and open WooCommerce > Settings > Shipping > Shipping Simulator.

For bugs, suggestions, or contributions, open an issue in our GitHub Repository or create a topic in the WordPress Plugin Forum.

You can support this plugin through donations.

Comparing to Alternatives

Shipping Simulator for WooCommerce stands out in the shipping simulation niche with several notable alternatives available for WooCommerce users.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly rated with a perfect 5-star average from 40 reviews
Simple and effective shipping simulation functionality
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe use
Free to use with no paid version, making it accessible to all users
Positive user feedback highlights reliability and ease of use

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced features such as excluding specific shipping methods in simulations
No premium version means limited advanced support or features
May not cover all specialized shipping needs compared to some alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from 40 users and no negative reviews, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting satisfaction with the plugin's performance and reliability.

Positive highlights

'Sempre é muito bom ter um plugin que realmente funciona!' — Seila162
'Tudo que preciso para vender meus produtos com preço justo' — joseedivairton
'funciona perfeitamente' — jhonatabh
'Muito bom! Funciona certinho' — guilherme3301
'Ótimo Plugin para simular frete na Página do Produto' — novaes80

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited customization options such as excluding shipping methods
No pro version limits access to advanced features and dedicated support

Who Should Use This?

Best for

This plugin is ideal for WooCommerce store owners seeking a straightforward, reliable shipping cost simulator without the need for complex configurations or paid upgrades.

Not ideal for

It is less suitable for users requiring advanced shipping method controls or those who prefer plugins with premium support and extended features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full shipping simulation functionality with no restrictions, providing excellent value for users needing basic shipping cost previews.

Final Verdict

Shipping Simulator for WooCommerce excels as a free, easy-to-use plugin with outstanding user satisfaction and no known security issues. It effectively meets the needs of users looking for simple shipping cost simulation within WooCommerce.

However, users seeking advanced features or premium support might find this plugin limited. Considering the wide range of alternatives, this plugin is best suited for those prioritizing simplicity and reliability over extensive customization.