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Purchase Orders for WooCommerce

By mcgregormedia

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Purchase Orders for WooCommerce Review - In-Depth Analysis

Adds a Purchase Order payment method to WooCommerce for seamless transactions.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.71/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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 adds a Purchase Order payment method to WooCommerce, allowing customers to complete their orders using purchase orders.

Users can select the order status after checkout, and the gateway prompts for the purchase order number. Additional fields for company name and address can also be displayed and marked as required if necessary.

The purchase order details are visible in the admin order screen, customer order received screen, and in both admin and customer order emails.

Comparing to Alternatives

Purchase Orders for WooCommerce does not have any close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique option for users needing this functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective solution for adding purchase order payment method
Highly rated by users for reliability and ease of use
No known security vulnerabilities
Operates without issues over extended periods
Well received for solving specific business needs

Weaknesses

Lacks compatibility with the latest WooCommerce versions
No pro version or advanced features available
Limited user base and fewer reviews to gauge long-term support

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin holds a strong positive sentiment with 80% of users giving it 5 stars, indicating satisfaction with its functionality and reliability. However, there is a notable complaint regarding compatibility with recent WooCommerce updates.

Positive highlights

"Works great!" — dallinchase
"Simple and beautiful" — liswa
"Works Perfectly!" — caveman76
"Solved a problem perfectly" — Mike Curry

Common complaints

Not compatible with the latest WooCommerce version 9.3.1, causing the purchase order payment method to not appear at checkout.

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with recent WooCommerce updates
Limited feature set due to absence of a pro version
Small number of total ratings limits broader user feedback

Who Should Use This?

Best for

This plugin is best suited for WooCommerce store owners who need a straightforward purchase order payment option and are using WooCommerce versions compatible with the plugin.

Not ideal for

It is not ideal for users running the latest WooCommerce versions (such as 9.3.1 and above) due to compatibility issues, or those seeking advanced features available in premium plugins.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a simple and effective purchase order payment method integration without additional costs.

Final Verdict

Purchase Orders for WooCommerce is a reliable and straightforward plugin that effectively addresses the need for a purchase order payment method in WooCommerce stores. It enjoys positive user feedback for its simplicity and problem-solving capability, with no known security vulnerabilities.

However, its lack of compatibility with the latest WooCommerce versions and absence of a pro version limit its appeal. Users on newer WooCommerce releases or those requiring advanced features may need to look elsewhere, but for compatible setups, it remains a solid choice.