| Theme Integrity | ✅ 100% Theme Code-Free (App Embed Blocks & Shopify Functions) | ❌ Injects messy JavaScript into theme.liquid that breaks uninstalls |
| Billing Transparency | ✅ Flat Monthly Pricing (0% GMV Commission / No Order Taxes) | ❌ 1%–3% revenue cuts on total store turnover, even offline orders |
| Accelerated Checkout Support | ✅ 100% Capture (Thank-You Fallback for Shop Pay & Apple Pay) | ❌ Completely bypassed when customers pay via Shop Pay or Apple Pay |
| Data Ownership & AI Safety | ✅ 1-Click Snapshot Rollback + Permanent native GraphQL sync | ❌ Overwrites SEO titles without backup; hostage data deleted upon uninstall |
| Price Calculation Layer | ✅ Server-Side Shopify Functions (Immune to cart drawer glitches) | ❌ Storefront DOM JavaScript (causes visible price flicker and leaks) |