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Custom Feature Development

Custom Features for Shopify

Build unique functionality that sets your store apart.

Shopify provides core e-commerce features, but your business might need something special—product configurators, custom calculators, interactive quizzes, or unique tools your competitors don't have. We build custom features that become your competitive advantage.

Trusted by brands that refuse to be limited by standard functionality

Custom Features We Build

Product Configurators

Let Customers Design Their Product

Build-to-order functionality where customers customize products in real-time with pricing updates.

Common Use Cases:

Furniture (fabric, wood, dimensions, finishing)Jewelry (metal, stones, engraving)Apparel (custom text, colors, designs)Gift boxes (select items, add message)Tech products (specs, accessories, cases)

Key Features:

Visual preview as customers customize
Real-time pricing calculations
Configuration validation
Save/share configurations
Integration with production systems

Investment

$15,000-50,000

Timeline

8-14 weeks

Built a furniture configurator showing 3D preview with fabric/wood choices. Increased AOV 34% and reduced returns 28%.

Interactive Quizzes & Finders

Guide Customers to Right Products

Help customers find products through interactive questions.

Common Use Cases:

Skincare routine finderStyle quiz for fashionProduct recommendation quizSize/fit finderGift finderNeed assessment tool

Key Features:

Branching logic based on answers
Product recommendations at end
Email capture during quiz
Results sharing
Analytics on quiz performance

Investment

$10,000-30,000

Timeline

6-10 weeks

Built a skincare quiz that reduced product returns 41% and increased conversion 23% by matching customers better.

Calculators & Tools

Help Customers Make Informed Decisions

Custom calculators that assist purchase decisions.

Common Use Cases:

ROI/savings calculatorsSize/quantity calculatorsCost comparison toolsCoverage calculators (paint, flooring, etc.)Compatibility checkersCustom pricing calculators

Key Features:

Custom algorithms
Results visualization
PDF report generation
Email results
CRM integration

Investment

$8,000-25,000

Timeline

4-8 weeks

Built an ROI calculator for B2B SaaS showing 5-year savings. Increased B2B conversion 67%.

Subscription Features

Beyond Standard Subscription Apps

Custom subscription logic that Recharge/Bold can't handle.

Common Use Cases:

Build-your-box subscriptionsTiered subscription levelsCredits-based subscriptionsUsage-based billingCustom renewal logicSubscription swaps/modifications

Investment

$18,000-45,000

Timeline

8-12 weeks

Built a coffee subscription with custom blending, delivery calendar control, and rollover credits.

Booking & Scheduling

Appointment or Rental Booking

Integrated booking systems for services or rentals.

Common Use Cases:

Appointment schedulingEquipment rentalsClass/event bookingsConsultation schedulingRental calendar managementResource allocation

Key Features:

Real-time availability
Calendar integration
Automated reminders
Deposit handling
Cancellation management

Investment

$15,000-40,000

Timeline

8-12 weeks

Built a jewelry appointment system integrating with store calendar and sending automated reminders.

Membership & Loyalty

Custom Loyalty Programs

Beyond standard loyalty apps when you need unique rules.

Common Use Cases:

Point systems with custom rulesTiered membershipsExclusive product accessMember pricingReferral systemsCustom rewards logic

Investment

$12,000-35,000

Timeline

6-10 weeks

Built a tiered membership with exclusive product drops and early access increasing repeat purchase rate 48%.

B2B Portals

Custom B2B Functionality

Beyond Shopify Plus native B2B when you need more.

Common Use Cases:

Custom pricing by customerQuote requestsApproval workflowsNet terms managementBulk orderingCustom catalogs by customerPurchase order tracking

Investment

$20,000-55,000

Timeline

10-14 weeks

Built a B2B portal with custom pricing matrices for 150+ wholesale customers.

AR/VR Features

Augmented Reality Product Visualization

Let customers visualize products in their space or on themselves.

Common Use Cases:

AR product placement (furniture, decor)Virtual try-on (glasses, jewelry, makeup)360° product viewersProduct visualization tools

Investment

$20,000-60,000

Timeline

10-16 weeks

Built AR furniture placement tool reducing returns 31% and increasing conversion 19%.

Our Development Process

01

Discovery

Understand your requirements and business goals

  • Feature requirements analysis
  • Define user flows
  • Technical feasibility assessment
  • Create detailed specification
02

Design

Design the feature architecture and user experience

  • UI/UX design
  • User flow mapping
  • Interactive prototype
  • Design revisions
03

Development

Build and test the custom feature

  • Backend logic development
  • Frontend implementation
  • Shopify integration
  • Testing and QA
04

Launch & Support

Deploy and provide ongoing support

  • Deployment
  • User testing
  • Team training
  • Documentation
  • Post-launch support

Custom Feature Pricing

Pricing depends on complexity and scope

Simple Features

$8,000-18,000

4-8 weeks

  • Calculators
  • Simple quizzes
  • Basic tools
  • Standard integrations
  • 30 days support
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Medium Complexity

$18,000-40,000

8-12 weeks

  • Product configurators
  • Booking systems
  • Advanced quizzes
  • Custom workflows
  • 60 days support
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Complex Features

$40,000-80,000

12-18 weeks

  • AR/VR features
  • Advanced B2B portals
  • Complex subscription systems
  • Enterprise integrations
  • 90 days support
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Real Results: Custom Jewelry Configurator

The Challenge

A jewelry brand wanted customers to design custom rings with real-time pricing and 3D preview.

The Solution

Built a custom configurator with:

Metal selection (gold, platinum, silver)
Stone selection (type, size, quality)
Band style options
Engraving
Real-time 3D rendering
Live pricing updates

The Results

Average Order Value

$850 → $1,240

+46%

Conversion Rate

8.7%

(vs. 2.1% regular products)

Revenue from Configured Products

34%

Returns Reduced

42%

(better expectations)

ROI: $42K investment. $85K additional monthly revenue

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you build any feature?

If it's technically possible and makes business sense, yes. We'll advise on feasibility and alternatives during our discovery phase.

How long do custom features take?

Simple features: 4-8 weeks. Medium complexity: 8-12 weeks. Complex features: 12-18 weeks. Timeline depends on complexity and requirements.

Will features slow down our site?

Not if built correctly. We optimize for performance. Many features actually improve engagement time and conversions.

Can features be updated later?

Yes. We build with future modifications in mind. You own the code and can adjust as needed.

Do you maintain features after launch?

We include 30 days support. Extended maintenance available on retainer starting at $1,000/month.

What if our idea is very unique?

That's what we specialize in. We've built everything from custom configurators to AR experiences. Schedule a consultation to discuss your vision.

Ready to Build Your Custom Feature?

Let's discuss your vision and how we can bring it to life.