SoftTech-IT bKash, Rocket, Nagad Review - In-Depth Analysis
Integrate bKash, Rocket, and Nagad payment gateways with WooCommerce easily.
Performance Overview
User Rating
4.3/5 (based on 42+
reviews)
Active Installations
6,000+
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 you to integrate bKash, Rocket, and Nagad payment gateways into your WooCommerce website. It is lightweight and user-friendly, making payment processing straightforward.
To use this plugin, ensure that the WooCommerce plugin is activated. You will need an account with bKash, Rocket, or Nagad to receive payments. Additionally, for SMS notifications, you must have an account with bulksmsbd.com to integrate the SMS API.
After installation, navigate to WooCommerce settings to configure your payment options. Fill in your account details and adjust settings as needed. You can also set up SMS notifications for orders by integrating the SMS API with your bulksmsbd account.
Comparing to Alternatives
SoftTech-IT bKash, Rocket, Nagad is a specialized payment gateway plugin focusing on popular Bangladeshi payment methods. Compared to other plugins, it offers targeted functionality but lacks broader payment options.
Strengths
- Supports multiple local payment gateways like bKash, Rocket, and Nagad.
- Includes a QR Scan payment feature enhancing user convenience.
- Free to use with no hidden costs.
Weaknesses
- Limited to Bangladeshi payment methods, not suitable for international payments.
- No official pro version or advanced premium features.
- Some users report performance issues on checkout pages.
- Lacks partial payment functionality requested by users.
User Sentiment Analysis
User feedback highlights both the plugin's usefulness and some technical challenges experienced during use.
Positive highlights
- "Awesome plugin. Fixed 500 internal error and added new feature QR Scan payment system." - shahjalal132
- "This plugin is truly outstanding! The new QR Scan payment feature is fantastic." - raisul1
- "Been using it for a while. Its great." - xxaved
- "Exceptional Plugin with a Fantastic New Feature!" - raisul1
- "Add upay payment method" (feature request) - Atelo
Common complaints
- Checkout page loading is slow or does not finish.
- 500 internal server error occurs after activation.
- Place order button becomes unresponsive.
- Lack of partial payment option.
Weaknesses
- Performance issues causing checkout delays and errors.
- Limited payment options without updates or expansions.
- No official support for partial payments.
- No pro version to address advanced user needs.
Who Should Use This?
Best for
Merchants in Bangladesh looking for a free and straightforward plugin to accept payments via bKash, Rocket, and Nagad.
Not ideal for
Users needing international payment gateways, partial payment options, or advanced features requiring premium support.
Pricing & Value
Free version includes
The free version includes integration with bKash, Rocket, and Nagad payment gateways along with a QR Scan payment feature, providing essential payment functionality without cost.
Final Verdict
SoftTech-IT bKash, Rocket, Nagad is a valuable free plugin for Bangladeshi merchants needing local payment gateway integration with convenient features like QR Scan payments.
However, users should be aware of reported performance issues and the lack of advanced or partial payment options, which may limit its suitability for more complex e-commerce needs.
Other Notable Features
Here are a few other notable features of this free
SoftTech-IT bKash, Rocket, Nagad plugin.
FAQ
bKash/Rocket/Nagad all of them are mobile financial services in Bangladesh operating under the authority of Bangladesh Bank as a subsidiary of BRAC Bank Limited (bKash), Dutch Bangla Bank (Rocket), Bangladesh Post and Telecommunication Division (Nagad).
Yes, You must install and active woocommerce plugin to make this plugin work.
No, it could be personal or agent account.
Yes definitely, Maintained high level validation in both frontend and backend.
Contributors and developers
“SoftTech-IT bKash, Rocket, Nagad”
is open source software. The following people have
contributed to this plugin.