CartFlows vs CheckoutWC
Updated 14 Oct 2026. 18 features compared side by side.
Funnel builder and checkout replacement for WooCommerce from Brainstorm Force, with modern checkout layouts, order bumps, upsells and A/B testing.
Drop-in replacement for the WooCommerce checkout with ready-made templates, express payments, order bumps, side cart and cart recovery, from Kestrel.
Choose CartFlows if…
- You need page builder support
- You prefer the more widely used option
Choose CheckoutWC if…
- Stores that want a fast, conversion-focused checkout redesign with bumps and cart recovery, without building pages themselves
CartFlows includes 1 feature that CheckoutWC lacks, including Page builder support. Both include 14 of the 18 features we track. 3 features are not yet verified for one or both plugins.
At a glance
Feature comparison
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CartFlows CheckoutWCCheckout fields2/54/5
Add, remove, reorder or create checkout fields in the free plugin.
Free editor adds text fields; Addresses settings hide or require phone, company and address line 2.
Free custom field editor supports several input types, including file upload since 2.2.2.
Dropdown, radio, checkbox and textarea fields unlock on Plus.
Display conditions for custom fields are a premium feature.
Custom fields can add a fee to the order on paid plans.
Checkout layout5/55/5
Modern and Instant checkout layouts free; premium templates on paid plans.
Lite uses the default template; Basic adds the other four designs.
Single-, two- and multi-step checkout layouts in the free plugin.
Multi-step checkout is the default layout, including in Lite.
Instant Checkout gives a distraction-free single-page checkout.
One-page checkout layout is available from Basic.
Google address autocomplete is listed as a Pro feature.
Google Maps or Fetchify autocomplete with your own API key; Lite only fills city/state from ZIP.
Shows gateway express buttons (e.g. Stripe Apple/Google Pay) in its layouts.
Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and Amazon Pay buttons when the gateway supports them.
Conversion5/55/5
Dynamic, rule-based bumps with styles and custom locations.
Up to 2 bumps on Plus, unlimited on Pro; targeted by products or categories.
One-click upsells and downsells using saved payment details.
Post-purchase upsells, including an after-submit modal, from Plus.
Separate Cart Abandonment Recovery plugin (free; Pro version in Suite).
Recovery emails with optional discounts; 2 emails on Plus, unlimited on Pro.
Basic analytics dashboard free; A/B testing and advanced analytics paid.
A/B tests of order bumps with winner detection on Pro; recovery dashboard on Plus.
Thank-you step with standard and Instant layouts.
Order received page restyled to match the checkout template.
Compatibility3/32/3
Declares custom_order_tables (HPOS) compatibility in its compatibility class.
Declares HPOS (custom order tables) support since version 1.0.6.
Replaces checkout with its own form (offers a Checkout Form block); no block-checkout compatibility declared.
Replaces the block Checkout with its own template; cart, mini cart and product blocks still work.
Design steps with Elementor, Spectra/Gutenberg, Bricks, Divi or Beaver Builder.
Checkout is designed in its own editor, not in Elementor or the block editor.
Statuses: Yes Pro Add-on Partial 3rd-party No ?
Pricing compared
CartFlows Freemium
| Free | $0 |
|---|---|
| Free | Free per year, Unlimited |
| Starter | $149 per year, 1 site |
| Pro | $299 per year, 3 sites |
| Pro Lifetime | $699 lifetime, 3 sites |
| Suite | $449 per year, 30 sites |
CheckoutWC Freemium
| Free | $0 |
|---|---|
| Lite | Free per year, Unlimited |
| Basic | $149 per year, 1 site |
| Plus | $249 per year, 5 sites |
| Pro | $349 per year, 10 sites |
| Agency | $1,499 per year, 50 sites |
Downloads trend
CartFlows
13,698 downloads last week
CheckoutWC
1,560 downloads last week
Verdict
CartFlows and CheckoutWC are closely matched on features (81/100 and 83/100). The differences are in the details: CartFlows adds page builder support. Check the features you rely on in the table below before deciding.
Biggest differences
CartFlows: included. CheckoutWC: not included. Design steps with Elementor, Spectra/Gutenberg, Bricks, Divi or Beaver Builder.
Written from the feature, pricing and install data on this page, not from hands-on testing. How we compare.
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FAQ
Which is better, CartFlows or CheckoutWC?
CartFlows and CheckoutWC are closely matched on features (81/100 and 83/100). The differences are in the details: CartFlows adds page builder support. Check the features you rely on in the table below before deciding.
Which has more features?
CheckoutWC includes 16 of the 18 features we track, against 15 for CartFlows. Feature count is only part of the picture; check which of the differences matter to you.
Is CartFlows free?
CartFlows has a free version on WordPress.org. Paid plans start at $149/yr.
Is CheckoutWC free?
CheckoutWC has a free version on WordPress.org. Paid plans start at $149/yr.
Feature data last changed 14 Oct 2026. Spotted something wrong? Suggest an edit to CartFlows or CheckoutWC. Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no cost to you; it never affects our data or rankings.