If you’re weighing product configurator options for your WooCommerce store, WP Configurator delivers the ultimate self-hosted solution without the ongoing fees, external dependencies, or complexity of SaaS platforms like Kickflip.
WP Configurator offers predictable licensing—choose a one-time fee or low-cost annual license. In contrast, Kickflip operates on a freemium-plus-fees model: no monthly base fee, but a 2.19% transaction fee per sale, and enterprise plans add monthly costs.
WP Configurator is built directly into the WordPress/WooCommerce dashboard—no need to manage remote platforms. Kickflip, by contrast, is a fully hosted SaaS solution, requiring external setup and ongoing cloud reliance.
With WP Configurator, you host everything—no traffic-based bills, no platform lock-in. Kickflip handles hosting on AWS, which offers scalability, but removes control and incurs per-sale fees.
WP Configurator charges only your license cost. Kickflip may start free, but its embedded 2.19% fee on each transaction can quickly add up, especially at scale.
Feature / Criteria |
WP Configurator |
Kickflip |
WP Configurator Superiority |
---|---|---|---|
Platform Integration |
✅ Native WordPress Plugin |
External SaaS, integrates via plugin/API |
✅ Better native integration for WordPress sites |
Ownership & Hosting |
✅ Self-hosted (you control all data) |
Cloud-based (data hosted by Kickflip) |
✅ More control and data privacy |
Customization Level |
✅ Fully customizable via WP + themes/plugins |
Limited UI customization in SaaS dashboard |
✅ More flexible customization |
One-Time Payment Option |
✅ Yes (lifetime licenses available) |
No (only monthly subscription) |
✅ More cost-effective long-term |
Subscription Model |
✅ Optional (no recurring fees required) |
Required (ongoing monthly fees) |
✅ No lock-in, better for budget-conscious users |
Ease of Use for WP Users |
✅ Designed specifically for WordPress users |
Requires navigating external UI |
✅ Easier learning curve for WP site owners |
Product Variants & Logic |
✅ Advanced logic with layer-based configuration |
Rule-based logic, but less native in WP |
✅ Intuitive for visual customization |
Print-Ready Output |
✅ Yes (Pro version supports high-quality output) |
Yes (with some limitations) |
✅ Better control over output format |
Developer Access |
✅ Full access to code (open structure) |
Limited access (SaaS limitations) |
✅ More freedom for custom development |
E-commerce Compatibility |
✅ Native WooCommerce support |
WooCommerce, Shopify, BigCommerce, etc. |
➖ Kickflip supports more platforms, but WP Configurator excels in WP |
Support & Community |
✅ Niche but active WP-focused support |
General support for multiple platforms |
✅ Specialized WordPress support |
Choose between a one-time purchase or budgeted annual license—no hidden costs or percentage-based fees.
Operate entirely within your own setup—no extra accounts or cloud tools needed.
Host product configs, performance, and updates on your terms—with no reliance on third-party uptime.
Strong layering features, customizable UI, dynamic pricing—all fully extendable by developers on familiar WordPress frameworks.
Kickflip excels in ease of use, visual polish, and fully managed experience, but the recurring cost and cloud reliance make it a less ideal long-term fit—especially if you prefer to stay within WordPress.
“Switching to WP Configurator saved us thousands annually compared to other SaaS tools. It fits seamlessly into our WooCommerce setup.”
“With no cloud dependency, everything stays within WordPress, and it works flawlessly.”
WP Configurator is a self-hosted, WordPress-native plugin with one-time or annual licensing. Unlike Kickflip, which is a SaaS platform with ongoing per-transaction fees and external hosting, WP Configurator gives you full control over performance and costs.
No. WP Configurator charges a one-time fee or an optional low-cost annual license. There are no transaction-based charges, unlike Kickflip, which takes 2.19% of each sale on top of other plan fees.
Yes. WP Configurator runs entirely on your WordPress and WooCommerce setup, with no need for third-party cloud infrastructure. This gives you full control over performance, data, and uptime.
Very easy. WP Configurator supports layered 2D previews, dynamic pricing, and multi-component product setups, all managed directly from your WordPress dashboard.
Absolutely. It’s designed with developers in mind, offering full UI flexibility, layer support, and deep WooCommerce integration without the constraints of SaaS platforms.
Choose between one-time purchase or yearly license tailored to your store count.
You are fully protected by our 100% Money Back Guarantee. If you aren’t completely satisfied within 15 days of purchase, you’re more than welcome to a full refund!