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WC Pickup Store

By Keylor Mendoza

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WC Pickup Store Review - In-Depth Analysis

WC Pickup Store is a custom shipping method for WooCommerce that allows setting up local pickup stores. It offers flexible shipping costs and integrates with WPBakery Page Builder.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.86/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 25+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

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

WC Pickup Store is a shipping method that lets you set up a custom post type called 'store' to manage stores in WooCommerce and activate them for the shipping method 'Local Pickup' during checkout. This plugin provides several options to display content using a Widget or a WPBakery Page Builder component.

Configuration of shipping costs can be done globally or per store. The plugin includes features such as dropdowns for stores on the checkout page, local pickup details in thank you pages, order details, and emails. Additionally, it allows for customization of templates and includes useful hooks for extending functionality.

With multicountry support, you can choose a country per store, and they will be filtered on the checkout page. The plugin also handles tax options for the WC Pickup Store shipping method, making it a versatile choice for e-commerce businesses.

Comparing to Alternatives

WC Pickup Store is a solid choice among WooCommerce local pickup plugins, offering specific features for store pickup management. It competes with several alternatives that provide similar functionalities.

Top alternatives

Strengths

High user satisfaction with 84% five-star ratings
Simple and effective functionality for pickup store management
Active development addressing security vulnerabilities
Supports multiple pickup locations
Good integration with WooCommerce

Weaknesses

Some compatibility issues with WooCommerce's High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS)
Medium security risk due to a recent vulnerability
Limited support responsiveness reported by some users
Pickup location details missing in confirmation emails for some users

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys a strong positive reception with 92% of ratings being four stars or higher, reflecting general user satisfaction. However, a small portion of users report issues related to functionality and support.

Positive highlights

'Great plugin! It works and does exactly what it’s supposed to!' — optimystica
'Awesome and simple to use' — WillOfTheWeb
'Excellent, the plugin works perfectly' — jcwpplugins
'Todo ok, muy bueno' — megapublicidad

Common complaints

Only a subset of stores appear for selection, limiting usability
Pickup location details are missing in confirmation emails
Lack of effective support or fixes for reported issues

Weaknesses

Incompatibility with WooCommerce's HPOS feature
Medium-level security vulnerability recently patched
Occasional incomplete display of pickup locations

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Merchants needing a straightforward and reliable local pickup solution integrated with WooCommerce, especially those managing multiple pickup stores.

Not ideal for

Users relying on WooCommerce's High-Performance Order Storage feature or those requiring extensive support and guaranteed compatibility with all WooCommerce versions.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential local pickup store management features suitable for most small to medium WooCommerce stores.

Pro version

Offers enhanced features such as advanced pickup location management, customization options, and priority support.

Final Verdict

WC Pickup Store is a highly rated plugin that effectively manages local pickup options within WooCommerce, praised for its simplicity and core functionality. It stands out among alternatives with strong user approval and ongoing updates addressing security concerns.

However, users should be aware of its medium security risk history and compatibility issues with WooCommerce's HPOS feature. Those needing guaranteed compatibility or extensive support might consider alternatives, but for many, this plugin offers excellent value and performance.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WC Pickup Store plugin.

Local pickup

Store pickup

WooCommerce shipping

Screenshots

FAQ

Just activate the plugin, go to settings page and enable the shipping method. Customize the shipping method title, default store and checkout notification message.