How are product variations created on eCommerce platforms?

Shopify Apps

Topic summary

A user inquired about creating product variations with different quantities (1 Bag, 15 bags, 50 bags) on a Shopify store, referencing a specific mushroom substrate product page.

Solution Provided:

  • Navigate to Shopify Admin > Product > Variants
  • Create variants for different quantities
  • Edit individual variant prices through the variant editor
  • Screenshots were shared demonstrating the variant setup interface

Recommended Apps:
Several Shopify subscription apps were suggested that support similar functionality:

  • Seal Subscriptions - Free plan available with basic subscription management, recurring orders, and automatic discounts
  • Subbly Subscriptions - Known for flexible subscription models and ease of use
  • Bold Subscriptions - Freemium tier with advanced features like custom billing cycles and gift subscriptions in paid plans

The response appears to have resolved the question with actionable steps and additional app recommendations for enhanced subscription/variant management.

Summarized with AI on November 13. AI used: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929.
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Hey there

Does anyone know how they’re doing this?

https://zombiemyco.com/products/cvg-mushroom-substrate-5-lb-bag

(Where it says Style: 1 Bag, 15 bags, 50 bags)

Is that an app or variations?

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Hi @mwmcreations ,

To create this style, you can access your Shopify Admin > Product > Variants and edit them like this:

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Then, click on each variant to edit the prices for them here:

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And, here are some Shopify apps that support the feature like the sample page might be relevant to your needs:

  • Seal Subscriptions: A user-friendly and affordable option with a free plan that includes basic subscription management features like creating plans, scheduling deliveries, and managing customer accounts. Paid plans offer advanced features like dunning management, analytics, and upsells. (Used on the sample page).
  • Bold Subscriptions: Features a free trial and offers a freemium tier with basic subscription creation and management. Paid plans unlock advanced features like custom billing cycles, gift subscriptions, and loyalty programs.
  • Subify Subscriptions: Known for its ease of use and flexible subscription models. Offers features like subscription boxes, loyalty programs, and automatic discounts for recurring orders.

Hope it helps!! And wishing you a season full of sweet moments and cherished memories. Merry Christmas! :heart:
Kate - PageFly Team