Every Shopify theme ships with a fixed set of sections. Some themes give you 20. Some give you 40. Either way, you'll eventually hit a wall where your theme just doesn't have the section you need. Maybe it's a proper testimonial slider, a countdown timer, an FAQ accordion that actually looks good, or a hero layout that doesn't feel like every other store on the internet.
At that point, you've got three options. Hire a developer to build it custom (expensive). Switch to a page builder app that replaces your theme's editor entirely (complex). Or install a theme section app that adds individual sections to your existing theme, right inside the Shopify Theme Editor you already know how to use.
That third option has become a lot more popular since Shopify 2.0 made it possible to add sections to any page, not just the homepage. There are now several apps competing in this space, and they differ quite a bit in terms of library size, pricing model, and how the sections actually work under the hood. We've compared the best ones available in 2026 to help you pick the right fit for your store.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A SECTION APP
Not all section apps work the same way. Some install native .liquid files directly into your theme, which means the sections load as part of your theme and leave no trace if you uninstall the app. Others inject sections through app blocks or external scripts, which can affect page speed and leave behind code if you remove the app later. The native approach is cleaner, faster, and gives you more independence from the app itself.
Pricing models vary too. Some apps use a monthly subscription that gives you unlimited access to their library. Others sell sections individually. A few mix both approaches. The right model depends on how many sections you need. If you're adding one or two, paying per section is cheaper. If you're building out a full store, unlimited access for a flat monthly fee usually makes more sense.
Finally, look at the actual library. A section app with 50 sections might sound like a lot until you realise 30 of them are minor variations of the same layout. What matters is category coverage: does it have heroes, testimonials, FAQs, featured collections, contact forms, countdown timers, galleries, comparison tables, trust badges, and the other sections that actually move the needle for a Shopify store?
THE BEST SHOPIFY THEME SECTION APPS
Section Store
Section Store has the largest section library in the Shopify ecosystem with 730+ sections across every major category: heroes, testimonials, FAQs, sliders, countdown timers, featured collections, contact forms, galleries, comparison tables, announcement bars, footers, and a lot more. Sections are installed as native .liquid files directly into your theme, so they load as part of the page (no external scripts) and remain even if you uninstall the app.
The pricing model is unique. Individual sections cost $9 each as a one-time purchase. You buy what you need, you own it forever, and you can install it on as many themes as you like within the same store. There's also a $10/month Plus subscription that unlocks Conversion Blocks, volume bundles, upsells, add-ons, priority support, and AI agents. No revenue commission, no percentage fees on sales.
The app has a 4.9 rating from 2,300+ reviews and works with all Online Store 2.0 themes. If you just need a couple of sections, the pay-per-section model keeps costs low. If you're building out a full store, the library depth is hard to match. You can browse all sections on the website before installing.
Pricing: Free to install. Sections $9 each (one-time). Optional $10/month Plus for Conversion Blocks, bundles, and more. Sections: 730+. Best for: Merchants who want the largest library with native theme integration and no ongoing fees per section.
Blocko: AI Theme Sections
Blocko positions itself as a conversion-focused section library with AI-assisted section generation. You can add pre-built sections to your theme through the Theme Editor, and the AI feature lets you describe what you want and have a custom section generated for you. It carries the "Built for Shopify" badge and works with all OS 2.0 themes.
The AI angle is interesting if you have very specific layout needs that pre-built sections don't cover. That said, AI-generated sections can be hit or miss on quality and may need manual refinement. The pre-built library is smaller than Section Store's, so your options are more limited if you prefer to browse and pick from proven designs.
Pricing: Free plan available; paid plans from $9.99/month. Sections: Growing library (smaller than Section Store). Best for: Merchants who want AI-generated custom sections alongside a pre-built library.
Oxify Section: Theme Sections
Oxify offers around 100 premium sections and blocks that cover the standard categories: hero banners, FAQs, testimonials, carousels, comparison tables, collections, and trust badges. The design quality is solid and sections integrate cleanly with most OS 2.0 themes. It also has "Built for Shopify" status.
The library is well-curated but noticeably smaller than Section Store's. If you need a hero section with 5 options to choose from rather than 50, that might actually be a positive since it reduces decision fatigue. But if you're looking for niche sections or want a lot of variety within each category, you may find the selection limiting.
Pricing: Free plan available; paid plans from $9.99/month. Sections: ~100. Best for: Merchants who want a curated, smaller library with clean designs and straightforward setup.
Sternify — Bundles & Sections
Sternify blends theme sections with upsell and social proof features. You can add design sections (banners, product highlights, reviews) alongside conversion-focused elements like bundles, free gifts, and upsells, all within the Theme Editor. It's a hybrid between a section app and a bundle/upsell app.
This combined approach can save you from installing multiple apps if you need both sections and upsells. The trade-off is that neither the section library nor the bundle features are as deep as what you'd get from a dedicated tool in either category. The section count is more limited, and the bundling options aren't as advanced as Kaching or Section Store's Plus subscription.
Pricing: From $23/month. Free trial available. Sections: Growing library. Best for: Merchants who want a combined sections + upsell app in a single install.
Posstack Easy Content Builder
Easy Content Builder sits somewhere between a section app and a page builder. It lets you create templates and sections for product pages, landing pages, and store pages using a drag-and-drop interface inside the Theme Editor. It comes with a library of pre-built section templates and supports metaobjects for dynamic content.
It's more powerful than a pure section library if you want to build custom layouts from scratch. But that extra flexibility comes with a steeper learning curve. If you just want to add a testimonial section in two minutes and move on, this app might be more tool than you need.
Pricing: Free plan available; paid plans from $9.99/month. Sections: Template-based library. Best for: Merchants who want section-level control with page builder flexibility, and don't mind a learning curve.
PageFly
PageFly is a full page builder, not a section app. But it gets mentioned in this category because many merchants use it to add sections and layouts that their theme doesn't natively support. It has its own drag-and-drop editor, a large template library, and supports building landing pages, product pages, FAQ pages, and more.
The big difference is that PageFly pages live outside your theme's normal section system. They're built in PageFly's editor, not in the Shopify Theme Editor. This gives you more design control but also means you're working in a separate interface, and PageFly pages can sometimes feel inconsistent with the rest of your theme. It's also a heavier solution (more scripts, more complexity) than a lightweight section app.
Pricing: Free plan (limited); paid plans from $24/month. Sections: Template library (page builder, not section library). Best for: Merchants who need full page builder control and are comfortable working outside the native Theme Editor.
Blocky
Blocky offers pre-built theme sections that can be customised to match your store's design. The sections are designed to work within the standard Shopify Theme Editor, and the app keeps things simple with a focus on ease of use. It's a newer entrant in the space and the library is still growing.
For stores that only need a handful of basic sections and want a no-frills experience, Blocky is worth a look. But the library is small compared to more established apps, and the range of designs within each category is limited. If you're after variety or need niche section types, you'll likely outgrow it quickly.
Pricing: Free plan available; paid plans vary. Sections: Small but growing library. Best for: Merchants who want a simple, lightweight section app for basic needs.
MIT Sections Pro
MIT Sections Pro is a reliable section app that focuses on adding professional-looking sections directly to OS 2.0 themes. It covers the core categories (hero banners, product sections, testimonials, FAQ, contact forms) and keeps things manageable in the Theme Editor. The app is well-reviewed for its straightforward approach.
The library covers the basics well, though it doesn't go as deep as Section Store on variety within each category. If you need, say, five different FAQ layouts to compare, you'll find more options elsewhere. But for merchants who want a clean, no-fuss app to fill specific gaps in their theme, MIT Sections Pro gets the job done.
Pricing: Free plan available; paid plans from $6.99/month. Sections: Moderate library. Best for: Merchants who need a straightforward section app to fill specific gaps in their theme.
QUICK COMPARISON
| App | Library Size | Pricing | Native .liquid? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section Store | 730+ | $9/section or $10/mo Plus | Yes | Largest library, native files, one-time pricing |
| Blocko | Growing | Free–$9.99+/mo | App blocks | AI-generated custom sections |
| Oxify | ~100 | Free–$9.99+/mo | App blocks | Curated, clean designs |
| Sternify | Growing | From $23/mo | App blocks | Sections + upsells combined |
| Easy Content Builder | Templates | Free–$9.99+/mo | Theme Editor | Section builder with page builder features |
| PageFly | Templates | Free–$99/mo | Separate editor | Full page builder control |
| Blocky | Small | Free available | Theme Editor | Simple, lightweight basics |
| MIT Sections Pro | Moderate | Free–$6.99+/mo | Theme Editor | Straightforward gap-filler |
SECTION APPS VS PAGE BUILDERS — WHICH DO YOU NEED?
This comes up a lot, and it's worth addressing directly. A page builder (like PageFly or GemPages) gives you a separate visual editor where you can build entire pages from scratch with drag-and-drop. A section app gives you pre-built sections that plug into your existing theme and are managed inside the standard Shopify Theme Editor.
For most merchants, a section app is the better choice. It's faster, lighter, and keeps everything in one place. You're not learning a new tool or dealing with pages that look different from the rest of your site. You're just filling gaps in your theme with professional sections that match its style. A page builder makes more sense if you need completely custom layouts that your theme can't accommodate at all, or if you're building complex landing pages for paid campaigns where pixel-level control matters.
If you're unsure, start with a section app. You can always add a page builder later if you hit a wall. The reverse (starting with a page builder then scaling back to sections) tends to be messier because you end up with pages built in two different systems.
CONCLUSION
The section app space on Shopify has matured a lot over the past couple of years. There are genuine options now, each with different strengths. Blocko has the AI angle. Oxify keeps things curated. Sternify combines sections with upsells. PageFly goes full page builder. They're all usable.
But if we had to pick one, Section Store is the standout for most merchants. The library is the largest by a wide margin (730+ sections and growing weekly), sections install as native .liquid files that don't depend on the app to run, the pay-per-section model means you only spend on what you actually use, and the $10/month Plus subscription adds bundles, Conversion Blocks, and upsells without any revenue commission. It's the most complete package available, and the pricing is among the most merchant-friendly in the category.
Browse the full section library to see what's available, or install the free app and try a section on your store. It takes about two minutes from install to live on your site.
