Mobile shopping has been a major driving force for e-commerce for a long time.

But having a mobile-optimized store is not enough: you should consider creating a mobile app as well. Research shows that 57.5% of consumers find a mobile app the most convenient way to shop. Plus, shopping via a mobile app brings a 2x increased add-to-cart rate and 1.5x more purchases compared to mobile browsing. 

If concerns about a tiresome and expensive app development process are stopping you from turning your store into an app, there are plenty of easier solutions. Some Shopify apps will let you create a mobile app almost instantly: you don’t need to search for developers, wait for months, and encounter hidden costs.

Let’s explore what are the best Shopify tools for building a mobile app for your store.