I have over 13,000 products and they change constantly. Each book has a unique items number. Once we sell that books it gets archived. When a new book comes in we create a new item. What theme is best for my store?
Topic summary
A used bookstore owner manages over 13,000 constantly changing products, with each book having a unique item number. Sold books are archived and new inventory requires creating fresh items.
Recommendation provided:
- Free option: Shopify’s Horizon theme
- Premium options: Focal or Impulse (both Shopify 2.0 themes)
Key considerations:
- Themes should prioritize performance optimization and fast loading speeds
- Essential features include robust filtering and search capabilities rather than heavy visual elements
- Suggested pairing with Shopify Search & Discovery app or dedicated search tools to efficiently manage high inventory turnover and unique item tracking
The discussion remains open with one recommendation offered.
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Hey @TheBookWyrm
Go with Shopify’s new free theme called Horizon (or if you wanna go premium then a clean, performance-optimized 2.0 theme like Focal or Impulse). They handle large catalogs well and load fast.
Since your products change constantly, focus on speed, filtering, and search rather than heavy visuals. Pair your theme with Shopify Search & Discovery or a dedicated search app to handle the constant turnover and unique item numbers efficiently.
Cheers,
Moeed