The Shopify mobile app (iOS and Android) is one of those rare apps that’s genuinely useful, not just a marketing tool. We use it daily and recommend every client install it on launch day.

What you can do from the app

• Order management — view, fulfil, refund and cancel orders
• Push notifications — instant alerts for new orders (with custom sound)
• Product management — add new products, edit prices, update stock
• Customer view — see customer history, add notes, send emails
• Analytics — sales dashboard, today’s revenue, top products
• Reports — sales by channel, product, location
• Shipping labels — print on the go (via Bluetooth printer)

What’s missing

• Limited theme editing — you’ll still need desktop for design work
• No bulk product editing — one product at a time
• Apps installation requires desktop
• Advanced reports limited compared to desktop dashboard

Best use cases

Travelling or away from the desk — the app keeps you in control. Real-time push notifications mean you never miss an order. We’ve had clients fulfil orders from the beach (literally) thanks to this.