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YITH WooCommerce Quick View

By YITHEMES

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

YITH WooCommerce Quick View Review - In-Depth Analysis

YITH WooCommerce Quick View enhances the shopping experience by allowing customers to preview products in a modal window. This feature simplifies product viewing and purchasing directly from the shop page.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.76/10

User Rating

3.8/5 (based on 27+ reviews)

Active Installations

80,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

YITH WooCommerce Quick View is a free solution designed to simplify the product viewing and buying process for your customers. With this plugin, users can view a preview of products in a modal window directly on the shop page.

Customers can easily check available sizes and colors, read product descriptions, and add items to their shopping carts without leaving the catalog. This feature makes comparing products and purchasing multiple items quick and easy.

The plugin is also 100% mobile friendly, improving the shopping experience for customers using smartphones and tablets. The free version includes features such as customizable preview buttons, mobile compatibility, and options for displaying product descriptions and images.

For those seeking advanced options, the premium version offers additional features, including customizable buttons, product navigation, and enhanced display options. Upgrade to the premium version for more versatility in your product presentation.

Comparing to Alternatives

YITH WooCommerce Quick View is a popular plugin in the quick view category for WooCommerce, but it faces competition from several other plugins offering similar features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Offers a quick view feature that enhances user shopping experience.
Has a pro version with additional premium features.
Relatively easy to integrate with WooCommerce stores.
Receives generally positive feedback from a majority of users.
Provides some customization options for appearance.

Weaknesses

Known security vulnerabilities have been reported and fixed in recent versions.
Compatibility issues with certain plugins like TablePress and variable product buttons.
Some features do not work well on mobile devices, notably wishlist display.
User support and updates may lag behind user needs, causing some to avoid updates.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a rating of 3.8 out of 5 from 27 reviews, the plugin has a majority of positive feedback but also a notable minority of dissatisfied users, especially reflected in the 22% 1-star reviews.

Positive highlights

"A wonderful ingredient that I recommend using" - isabah997
"It work but just apply some css and it will look good on your website 🙂" - NAT KIMSRENG
"Quick view and name your price" feature mentioned positively by aureliedelobelle45260
"Still does not support tablepress code" noted as a limitation but overall functionality appreciated by Dex

Common complaints

Wishlist feature does not work on phones, making it useless on mobile - martinbjerg

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with variable product buttons and TablePress plugin.
Mobile usability problems, especially with wishlist display.
Security vulnerabilities reported in past versions.
Limited support for some advanced WooCommerce features.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Store owners looking for a quick view feature to enhance product browsing on desktop who are comfortable applying custom CSS for styling and can manage compatibility issues.

Not ideal for

Users who rely heavily on mobile shopping experiences, use complex variable product buttons, or require flawless compatibility with TablePress or other advanced plugins should consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes basic quick view functionality allowing customers to preview product details without leaving the shop page.

Pro version (69.99 USD / year)

The pro version offers additional premium features such as enhanced customization options, compatibility improvements, and priority support.

Final Verdict

YITH WooCommerce Quick View provides a useful quick view feature that is well-received by many users, especially on desktop environments. However, it has notable limitations including past security vulnerabilities, mobile usability issues, and compatibility challenges with certain plugins and product types.

While the pro version adds valuable features, users should weigh these benefits against the plugin's weaknesses and consider their specific store needs. Those prioritizing mobile experience or advanced compatibility may want to explore alternative plugins listed.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free YITH WooCommerce Quick View plugin.

Products Quick View

Quick View

WooCommerce Quick View

Screenshots

FAQ

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