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WC – APG Free Shipping

By Art Project Group

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WC – APG Free Shipping Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add free shipping options to WooCommerce based on postcode, state, country, and minimum order amounts.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.81/10

User Rating

4.6/5 (based on 11+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

WC - APG Free Shipping allows you to add free shipping options to your WooCommerce store. You can set conditions based on postcode, state, country, and minimum order amounts.

This plugin is fully compatible with the Cart and Checkout blocks from the WordPress block editor. You can require a minimum order amount or a valid coupon for free shipping.

Additional features include the ability to exclude shipping based on product categories, tags, attributes, and user roles. You can also hide payment gateways and other shipping methods if free shipping is available.

Comparing to Alternatives

WC – APG Free Shipping stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users needing free shipping solutions in WooCommerce.

Top alternatives

Strengths

High user rating with 90.9% five-star reviews
Simple and easy to configure
Responsive support as noted by users
No known security vulnerabilities
Lightweight with no unnecessary options

Weaknesses

Limited support without free assistance
Does not hide other shipping methods despite settings
Lack of advanced features compared to other shipping plugins

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys overwhelmingly positive feedback with 10 out of 11 users rating it five stars, reflecting strong satisfaction. However, a single negative review highlights issues with functionality and support costs.

Positive highlights

'A must-have plugin for WooCommerce!' — urbanoantunes
'Really best plugin! Simple, without needfull options!' — xanderber
'Buen plugin' — miguelangelmorillas
'Plugin is good, and support also responding fast, thanks' — gevcen
'Great plugin, but even I checked hide other shipping method, they didn't hide at all.' — imanalep

Common complaints

Plugin not working under all conditions as expected
Support requires paid assistance (€60) which some users find prohibitive

Weaknesses

Does not effectively hide other shipping methods despite settings
Support is not free and may be costly for some users
Limited advanced configuration options

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward, reliable free shipping plugin for WooCommerce that is easy to set up and has strong positive feedback.

Not ideal for

Those needing advanced shipping features, guaranteed free support, or complete control over hiding other shipping methods may find this plugin less suitable.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential free shipping functionality with easy configuration and no hidden costs.

Final Verdict

WC – APG Free Shipping is a well-rated, simple plugin that effectively meets the needs of users looking for basic free shipping options in WooCommerce. Its high user satisfaction and lack of security issues make it a trustworthy choice.

However, the plugin's limited advanced features and the cost associated with support may deter some users. With no direct alternatives, it remains a unique option, best suited for those prioritizing simplicity over extensive customization.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WC – APG Free Shipping plugin.

Free shipping

Shipping

Woocommerce

Screenshots

FAQ

Although the plugin configuration is very simple, we have created a tutorial where we explain setup process step by step. You can visit it on ¿Cómo se configura WooCommerce – APG Free Postcode/State/Country Shipping?.