When running a Shopify store, restrictions based on product weight are an important configuration item. This article provides a detailed explanation of 4 methods for achieving weight limits in Shopify. From shipping rate configuration to purchase limits, payment method adjustments, and delivery method control, we introduce methods useful for store operations.
4 Ways to Set Weight Limits in Shopify
Limit shipping rates based on weight
Shopify's weight-based shipping rate settings screen
By using Shopify's native functionality, you can automatically switch shipping rates based on the total weight of items in the cart.
For example, you can automatically set shipping rates for each weight range as shown below.
- 0kg~2.99kg: shipping rate of 1,000 yen
- 3kg~9.99kg: shipping rate of 2,000 yen
- 10kg or more: shipping rate of 3,000 yen
The blog article below introduces how to automatically change shipping rates based on the total weight of items in the cart using Shopify's native functionality. Please use it as a reference.
Limit purchases based on weight
RuffRuff Order Limits settings screen
By using a purchase restriction app such as "RuffRuff Order Limits", you can prohibit purchases based on weight. For example, you can set restrictions such as prohibiting purchases of 5kg or more.
The blog article below introduces purchase limits that can be achieved in Shopify and recommended purchase restriction apps. Please use it as a reference if you'd like to implement purchase limits.
Limit payment methods based on weight
PayMix weight limit settings screen
By using a payment method hiding app such as "Payment Customization: PayMix", you can automatically hide payment methods based on the total weight of items in the cart. For example, this is useful for settings such as hiding convenience store payment for 5kg or more.
The blog article below introduces several apps that can automatically hide payment methods based on conditions. Please use it as a reference when choosing an app.
Limit delivery methods based on weight
HideShip weight limit settings screen
By using a delivery hiding app such as "HideShip", you can automatically hide delivery types based on the total weight of items in the cart. For example, this is useful for settings such as hiding Click Post for 1kg or more.
The blog article below introduces several apps that can automatically hide delivery methods based on conditions, as well as apps that can change shipping rates. Please use it as a reference when choosing an app.
Recommended Shopify Apps for Weight Limits
RuffRuff Order Limits - For Purchase Restrictions Based on Weight
"RuffRuff Order Limits" is a Shopify app that can achieve all kinds of purchase restrictions, including quantity limits, amount limits, weight limits, customer restrictions, bundling restrictions, payment restrictions, and view restrictions (access restrictions).
By using the app, you can implement all kinds of weight limits, such as "up to 30kg purchasable store-wide" or "a specific collection is purchasable starting from 3kg," and you can display the weight of items in the cart or the weight of products in your online store.
HidePay - For Hiding Payment Methods Based on Weight
Source: HidePay｜Shopify App Store
Hidepay is a Shopify app that lets you customize payment methods on the checkout page. Its intuitive interface makes it easy to hide, rename, and reorder payment methods. It also lets you set targeted payment rules using over 20 product, cart, and customer parameters.
By using the app, you can achieve weight-based payment hiding, such as "hide cash-on-delivery payment when the weight exceeds 30kg."
HidePay is explained in detail in the blog article below. Please use it as a reference.
HideShip - For Hiding Delivery Methods Based on Weight
Source: HideShip｜Shopify App Store
"HideShip" is a Shopify app that lets you freely customize the delivery methods of your Shopify store. Using this app, you can hide, reorder, or rename delivery methods under specific conditions. You can also combine multiple rules to more finely control delivery methods at checkout.
By using the app, you can achieve weight-based delivery hiding, such as "hide a specific delivery method when the weight exceeds 30kg."
HideShip is explained in detail in the blog article below. Please use it as a reference.
In Conclusion
In online shops using Shopify, setting appropriate restrictions based on product weight can greatly improve logistics and customer experience. Refer to the methods introduced here and make good use of automatic shipping rate configuration, purchase limits, and payment/delivery method restrictions. This will help you achieve more efficient, customer-friendly shop operations.
Introducing new features and apps can help increase sales and avoid trouble. Keep experimenting in your shop to aim for optimal operations. Make a habit of daily improvements to increase customer satisfaction.
