Judge.me vs Ryviu
Two Shopify product reviews apps compared.
Verdict
Judge.me is the market leader; Ryviu is the budget pick. They are not really competing: Ryviu is where you start, Judge.me is where you end up if the category becomes central to your revenue.
Judge.me (Best Overall)
The most-installed review app on Shopify
Free plan · from ~$15/mo
Judge.me is the default review app for a reason: the free plan has no review cap, photo and video reviews work, and Google rich snippets come through. The widgets look fine rather than beautiful, and the branding link stays until you pay.
Pros
- Unlimited reviews on the free plan
- Photo, video and Q&A reviews
- Google Shopping and rich snippet integration
- Import from almost anywhere
Cons
- Default widget design is plain
- The 'powered by' link stays on the free plan
- Admin has grown busy over the years
Skip it if: Your brand lives on photography and the widget must match a very particular look. Otherwise, start here.
Ryviu (Cheapest)
Free photo reviews with AliExpress & Amazon import
Free plan · from ~$6.99/mo
Ryviu is the dropshipper's review app. It imports from AliExpress, Amazon and Etsy, shows star widgets and a Q&A block, and its free tier is generous. The imported review quality is exactly what you would expect, so read before you publish.
Pros
- Imports from AliExpress, Amazon, Etsy
- Generous free tier
- Q&A section included
Cons
- Imported reviews need heavy curation
- Photo reviews require a paid plan
- Design options are limited
Skip it if: You sell your own products and want reviews from your own customers. Import-first tools solve a different problem.
Spec sheet
| Judge.me | Ryviu | |
|---|---|---|
| Our pick | Best Overall | Cheapest |
| Price | Free plan · from ~$15/mo | Free plan · from ~$6.99/mo |
| Rating | 5.0 | 4.8 |
| Best for | Almost every store — it's the safe default. | Dropshippers and new stores starting from zero reviews. |
Frequently asked
Is Ryviu cheaper than Judge.me?
Judge.me: Free plan · from ~$15/mo. Ryviu: Free plan · from ~$6.99/mo.
Judge.me or Ryviu: which should most stores choose?
Judge.me is the market leader; Ryviu is the budget pick. They are not really competing: Ryviu is where you start, Judge.me is where you end up if the category becomes central to your revenue.
Does Ryviu have a free plan?
Yes. Free plan · from ~$6.99/mo.