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Customer reviews: Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS

Reviews (318)

Overall rating
3.9

What Merchants Think

Merchants using "Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS" have mixed feelings about the app. Many appreciate its role in simplifying theme updates and maintaining the functionality of their Shopify stores. Users commend the support team for their helpfulness and responsiveness. However, some have encountered issues with the app's ability to transfer customizations and experienced problems related to DMCA notices.

Key Strengths

  • Streamlined theme update process
  • Responsive and helpful customer support
  • Efficient issue resolution
  • Convenient new sections and features
  • Reliable for users with regular, uncomplicated updates

Common Concerns

  • Difficulties with transferring customizations
  • Issues around DMCA notices and theme licensing
  • Problems with outdated or complex custom theme updates
  • Some users report unsatisfactory customer support experiences
  • Concerns about recommended third-party solutions

Final Thoughts

"Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS" offers significant value for users of Out of the Sandbox themes, making it easier to maintain and update their stores. While the app receives praise for its functionality and support, it also faces criticism for issues with customizations and licensing disputes. Merchants planning to use the app should weigh its advantages against potential challenges.

camieandme

Feb 15, 2025  on Shopify

Must admit I am very disappointed of the app and service. Totally useless. The updates never go smoothly, it's deleting all my theme customizations (which I payed a lot for) and I can't use the updated theme. Most important files need to be configured manually, and I have to hire a developer to make the changes, for extra payment ($300 to be exact). It is ridiculous as a pay you each month for this app.

Clothes & Roads

Feb 07, 2025  on Shopify

Love my Turbo theme, and love the Theme Updater. Every year I update my theme to make sure everything runs smoothly. And OOTSB team are always super helpful too! Thanks!

Revive

Feb 02, 2025  on Shopify

Had issues with my updates on the updater The team reached out to me resolve the issue which was swiftly done ✔️

Heartwork Inc

Jan 31, 2025  on Shopify

This is a great companion app to the OOTS themes. We hit a few stumbling blocks updating an old theme full of little customisations, but the support team was helpful and swift - thank you, Corey! The new sections are a truly welcome feature, and choosing to install only the ones you need makes a lot of sense.

Cuisine-Pratique

Jan 02, 2025  on Shopify

Sustainable and Regularly Updated I've been using the Turbo theme for years, and I couldn’t imagine switching to another theme for 3 main reasons: - Proven Longevity: Turbo has been around for years, which ensures its sustainability. (It’s tempting to go for flashy themes that seem impressive at first glance, but it’s a trap. If they’re developed by a couple of guys working out of a tiny studio, they often disappear or move on after six months or a year, leaving the theme outdated with no further updates...). - Always Up-to-Date: Turbo is updated promptly to stay compatible with Shopify’s latest features and updates. - Responsive Support: Their support team is incredibly responsive and solves any technical customization issues efficiently.

Pearl-Distributor

Dec 19, 2024  on Shopify

Absolutely disgusting company... They file fake DMCA notices to merchants who have paid for their themes. Then shopify takes your store down or holds you hostage until they respond... plot twist, they never respond.

Jarderi

Dec 06, 2024  on Shopify

Theme update did nog work on the first try. Contacted support and after 30min the issue was fixed! Great app, even better support!

Fromagerie du Château

Dec 03, 2024  on Shopify

Avec ce theme sobre et incroyablement efficace il y'a une équipe technique qui assure le support avec panache. bravo et merci

Bonsai Tree (Pty) Ltd.

Nov 25, 2024  on Shopify

Works great although not all customizations will be transferred although its a lot better than previously. Love the new sections which have been added. Support is also great!

Mambo Surf De Luxe

Nov 04, 2024  on Shopify

I had a fantastic experience with the OOTS support team. We had an issue with our Shopify store (which I didn't fully understand) and they were incredibly responsive and patient, addressing my questions thoroughly and ensuring I understood every step. I appreciated their clear instructions and attention to detail, which made resolving my issue much easier than I anticipated. The support I received was professional, efficient, and exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!

Supplements.co.nz

Nov 03, 2024  on Shopify

Just received a DMCA Takedown Notice from these guys, No direct support contact on their page Their register page is not working : https://register.pixelunion.net/ Just had AI bot that is unhelpful Also their reset password link is not working, this is the email from Shopify This is the email we received, with one day to action this otherwise our site will be taken down, I am not impressed. We received a Digital Millennium Copyright Act takedown notice from a theme developer claiming that your Shopify store, xxxxxxxx is using an unlicensed version of the following theme: https://outofthesandbox.com/collections/turbo-theme Your store will be taken offline on November 6, 2024 if this issue hasn’t been resolved. You can resolve this issue by: Purchase: consider buying the theme from the theme developer using the link provided in the notice, or Delete: if you choose not to purchase the theme, then you must remove it from your theme library. If you require any assistance with buying the theme, please contact the theme developer directly at [email protected]. If you require any assistance removing the theme, please contact Shopify support. If you delete the theme, reply directly to this email to let us know. If you purchase the theme, we require the theme developer to confirm. Thank you for your attention to this matter, Shopify Trust & Safety

Velvet Vortex

Nov 02, 2024  on Shopify

Clicking on app -store health check- and a spinning wheel, then nothing. So out of the -sand-box this app does not work.

Seguin Gardens & Gifts

Nov 01, 2024  on Shopify

A definite must if you're getting an Out of the Sandbox theme......you need to keep up with changes and this does it easily. Go Pro and you get additional sections to add to your site.

DR GUS nutrition

Oct 31, 2024  on Shopify

Garbage, everytime I update the theme is wrecks the customisations. Takes days to figure out, even though I have ticked the ,aintain theme customisations. Deffo not worth paying monthly for, am actively looking for another theme. Now i can't even get the theme updater to work. Shopify are trying to dig me out of the mess caused by out of the sandbox!

Body & Beyond

Oct 24, 2024  on Shopify

Had some difficulty updating due to customization but the team reached out straight away offering their support.

Healthy Habitats

Oct 16, 2024  on Shopify

Great support. Euwi helped a great deal with a conflict of code issue I had while updating. Great customer support and service.

Halveprijs.be

Oct 08, 2024  on Shopify

Hey Leo! I want to express my gratitude, for your help and quick aid in transferring the theme license smoothly and efficiently! Your professionalism and assistance throughout the process have been truly commendable. Greatly appreciated by me! I am extremely pleased, with both the theme itself and the service that you have provided. Warm regards, Mohammad

Murano Vintage CPH

Oct 08, 2024  on Shopify

Update to answer: For those who read the response: This in every way incorrect. Our custom code is not slowing down our theme. That is not the issue and our correspondance have been on the same ticket all alone, which has been replied by us continuously. The app has been of no use, please do not disregard your responsibility by making it seem the fault us on us. Downloaded the app to carry over some customs codes (page speed improvements only). The updated theme version didn't even carry over our photos and contacted support. After weeks of requesting updates, finally they reported the issue was fixed and all possible content was carried over. What they did not mention (or may not have checked) was the fact that the updated theme was not functional, even the cart did not work and you could not place an order along with other major errors. I was OK to waive the custom codes and just proceed with a standard carry over, but their solution was to hire Storetasker. I am so disappointed and frustrated of having to wait weeks and finally be referred to a more expensive solution. I can't even proceed with the standard theme unless I hire Storetasker. In addition our Google Traffic is down by almost 50%! As soon as possible we will migrate to a different theme by a different developer. If I could I would give 0 starts!

Yililo

Sep 26, 2024  on Shopify

This app is a lifesaver, it’s saved me hundreds as I normally have to pay someone to bring over my changes and this can take days. I had a small issue and Leo sorted it the same day and even helped me research something which he really didn’t have to. Amazing app, theme and support. Thank you

Proformance Supply

Sep 25, 2024  on Shopify

Support from the Theme Updater team is excellent. Thanks for taking the time to update our theme with all of the customizations on an existing theme version.

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