Buying Shopify App Businesses For Sale

To buy a Shopify app business on Acquire, start by browsing listings that align with your technical skill level and business goals. Some buyers look for plug-and-play apps with passive income, while others seek under-marketed products with room to scale.

We recommend reviewing the app’s Shopify listing and public reviews alongside the private data shared in the listing to make a well-informed decision.

Start by assessing the app’s customer base, revenue model, and support requirements. High retention, positive reviews, and low churn are all signs of a healthy Shopify app.

Review how the app ranks in the Shopify App Store, how much ongoing development it needs, and whether it integrates with other platforms. Look for potential to improve the UX, expand feature sets, or invest in paid acquisition.

Shopify apps offer a unique opportunity: recurring SaaS-like revenue with a built-in distribution channel. With the right pick, they can be both stable and scalable.

Shopify app businesses for sale

Profitable Shopify app businesses from vetted founders:

  • Shopify startup in Turkey
    Profitable, top-rated, low-maintenance Shopify Theme business.
    Asking price: $2.7M (2x profit)
  • Shopify startup in Canada
    High-Margin Shopify Apps Suite — $150k ARR, $130k TTM Profit, Over 1K Merchants, Turnkey Ownership!
    Asking price: $325k (2.5x profit)
  • Shopify startup in Greece
    Shopify theme solution for eCommerce sellers to enhance store design.
    Asking price: $550k (3.1x profit)
  • Shopify startup in Mexico
    Low Maintenance, Shopify App for Simplified Shipping Management to Latin American customers.
    Asking price: $600k (3.9x profit)
  • Shopify startup in the United States
    Wholesale B2B Pricing App for Selling Retail + Wholesale in One Shopify Store.
    Asking price: $350k (3.6x profit)
  • Shopify startup in the United States
    Translate Your Store In Minutes | "Built for Shopify" Status | Proven 250% Organic Traffic Growth.
    Asking price: $5M (4.3x profit)
  • Shopify startup in Australia
    MLM & Affiliate Marketing SaaS — $143k ARR, $140k TTM Profit, 600+ Customers - 8+ Years Operational.
    Asking price: $225k (1.6x profit)

FAQs

  • How much money can you make with a Shopify app? The earning potential for a Shopify app can vary widely depending on several factors, such as the app’s functionality, pricing model, and target audience. Some Shopify Apps generate steady monthly revenue by offering solutions that solve specific merchant problems, while others scale to significant profits by creating highly popular, widely adopted apps.
  • Do apps on Shopify cost money? Much like any app store, apps on Shopify come in both free and paid versions. Free apps typically offer basic features, while paid apps provide more advanced tools for store owners looking to enhance their operations.
  • How do I buy apps on Shopify? Purchasing apps on Shopify is done via the Shopify App Store. You can browse different categories or search by keyword to find apps that enhance your store’s performance.
  • Does Shopify take some of your profit? Yes. Shopify app developers who sell apps on the Shopify App Store pay 20% in app revenue share to Shopify by default. However, app developers can register for a reduced revenue share plan.