Cash On Delivery Checkout
by WPMadeasy
Optimize your WooCommerce store for Cash-On-Delivery with direct one-page checkout, custom fees, and sticky add-to-cart buttons.
Stop Losing Sales to Checkout Friction
For e-commerce businesses in emerging markets, local delivery zones, or dropshipping, Cash on Delivery (COD) is often king. However, the standard WooCommerce checkout flow—Add to Cart -> View Cart -> Checkout -> Fill Form -> Confirm—is too slow for these impulse-driven markets.
COD Checkout solves this by condensing the entire process into a single, rapid action.
The "Direct Checkout" Philosophy
The core strength of this plugin is removing steps. It transforms your product pages into conversion engines.
New in Version 1.2.8
The latest update introduces a Popup Modal Checkout. Instead of redirecting users to a new page, a form pops up immediately when they click "Buy Now," keeping them on the product page for a faster experience.
Key Features
- Skip the Cart: The plugin allows you to bypass the cart page entirely. Customers go straight from the product to the final checkout form.
- Sticky Add-to-Cart: On mobile, a sticky bar ensures the "Buy Now" button is always visible as the user scrolls, increasing click-through rates.
- Custom COD Fees: Recover your handling costs. You can easily add specific fees for COD orders based on order value or shipping zones.
- WhatsApp Integration: Recently added in v1.2.6, this allows for order notifications via WhatsApp and even a floating chat button, bridging the gap between automated sales and personal support.
Performance & Architecture
Unlike many checkout editors that bloat your site, COD Checkout is built for performance. It is fully compatible with WooCommerce HPOS (High-Performance Order Storage), ensuring your database remains fast even as order volume grows.
| Metric | Standard WooCommerce | COD Checkout Plugin |
|---|---|---|
| Steps to Buy | 4+ (Cart -> Checkout -> Pay) | 1 (Direct Form) |
| Abandonment Risk | High (Multiple loads) | Low (Single Step) |
| COD Fees | Requires Code/Addons | Built-in Native Support |
| Mobile UX | Standard Layout | Sticky Bar + Popups |
Pricing Model
The plugin follows a straightforward lifetime pricing model, avoiding the "subscription fatigue" of many modern WooCommerce tools.
- Cost: One-time payment ($39)
- Updates: 1 Year included
- Support: 6 Months included
- Guarantee: 30-Day Money-Back
Final Verdict
If you sell primarily via credit card to US/EU markets, the standard checkout is fine. But if your business relies on Cash on Delivery, Local Delivery, or Impulse Buys, every extra second in the checkout process costs you money.
COD Checkout creates the "Amazon-like" 1-click experience that is proven to boost conversions in these specific sectors.
Our Review
The ultimate streamlined checkout solution for high-friction markets. It creates a seamless 'Buy Now' experience specifically designed for Cash on Delivery, significantly reducing cart abandonment.
Pros
- Direct one-page checkout skips the cart
- Supports custom COD fees and shipping logic
- Includes WhatsApp integration and notifications
- Popup/Modal checkout option (v1.2.8)
- HPOS (High-Performance Order Storage) compatible
Cons
- Primarily focused on COD (though works with other gateways)
- Documentation is comprehensive but requires initial setup time