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Currency Switcher for WooCommerce by WBW

By WBW Plugins

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Currency Switcher for WooCommerce by WBW Review - In-Depth Analysis

WBW Currency Switcher for WooCommerce allows customers to switch product prices to any currencies. It provides real-time conversion rates and supports unlimited currencies.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.74/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 37+ reviews)

Active Installations

4,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

4 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

WBW Currency Switcher for WooCommerce Plugin allows you to display prices in multiple currencies, using an unlimited number of currencies and setting the exchange rate for each currency manually or automatically. The plugin makes full use of Cryptocompare and Free Converter platforms, providing the latest exchange rates and converting displayed prices in real-time. The currency switcher can be changed automatically according to the customer’s IP.

You can use Currency Switcher with additional modules, such as Currency Rates, Converter, and Tooltip modes. This will give your customers the opportunity to pay with their preferred currency, thus increasing shop sales. The best currency switcher to make an online store work with different currencies!

With features like unlimited currencies, manual and automatic exchange rates, and customizable settings for each currency, this plugin enhances the shopping experience. It is also compatible with various WordPress themes and provides a mobile-friendly version for users.

Comparing to Alternatives

Currency Switcher for WooCommerce by WBW competes with several other currency switcher plugins, offering a straightforward and reliable solution with some unique strengths and weaknesses.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy to use and set up, suitable for beginners.
Reliable currency switching with manual currency setup.
Responsive and helpful customer support team.
Supports multiple currencies and automatic country recognition.
Consistently stable performance over several years.

Weaknesses

Currency conversion can fail in cart leading to incorrect amounts.
Requires manual setup of currencies in free version.
Has had security vulnerabilities in past versions.
Limited automation in free version compared to some competitors.

User Sentiment Analysis

With an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 37 reviews, most users praise the plugin's ease of use and support, though a minority report critical issues with currency conversion accuracy.

Positive highlights

"Nice & easy. We use free version and I must set up currencies manually, but this is even better for me at the current stage of our business." — kongop
"Simple to use, just set up and go." — amboose
"Great Support + Great Plugin = 5 Stars!" — janon123
"Does the job Perfectly" — ahmadar94
"Works great. No problems whatsoever." — mkofik

Common complaints

Currency conversion does not update amounts correctly in cart, only changes symbol, causing pricing errors.

Weaknesses

Manual currency setup required in free version.
Past security vulnerabilities noted, though fixed in updates.
Currency switching can be unreliable in some scenarios.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

This plugin is ideal for WooCommerce store owners who want a simple, reliable currency switcher with manual control over currencies and appreciate responsive support.

Not ideal for

It is less suitable for users needing fully automated currency conversion in the cart or those concerned about past security issues and requiring the latest security guarantees.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic multi-currency switching with manual currency setup and essential features suitable for small to medium stores.

Pro version

The pro version adds advanced features such as automatic currency detection, real-time exchange rates, and enhanced customization options.

Final Verdict

Currency Switcher for WooCommerce by WBW is a solid choice for users seeking an easy-to-use currency switcher with good support and manual currency control. It performs well for most users and offers a free version with essential features.

However, users should be aware of past security vulnerabilities and occasional issues with currency conversion accuracy in the cart. Those needing fully automated currency conversion or the highest security standards may want to consider alternatives.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Currency Switcher for WooCommerce by WBW plugin.

Currency

Currency Converter

Currency Switcher

Multi Currency

Woocommerce

Screenshots

FAQ

Move to WooCommerce > Setting > Currency.
In the Currency tab firstly you need to set your WooCommerce shop basic currency. Then choose currencies you want to add from drop-down lists and set the exchange rate for each currency.
In the Options tab select the rate using these interactive platforms and grab the latest exchange rates.
Move to the Design settings of Switcher, Converter, Rates or Tooltip modules and set the type, position, colour settings etc.
In Display Rules set the page to display switcher: on All pages, on selected pages, product categories, custom post types.
Also, once you set the options, you can display WooCommerce Currency as a widget in “Appearance” > Widget.

Follow this tutorial Getting Started with WBW Currency Switcher for WooCommerce plugin for more detailed instructions.