Best free Shopify themes

At a glance

• 22 themes from 8 developers (10 listed for this use, 12 also suitable)
• Price range: free to $380 (median $220); 10 free
• Cheapest paid theme: Drop at $200 USD
• Most reviewed: Testament (370 reviews)

What to look for

• Official Shopify updates
• Good baseline performance
• Upgrade path to paid features

10 themes for free themes

Dawn

by Shopify · Free · 168 reviews

A minimalist theme that lets product images take center stage.

Listed for this use

Spotlight

by Shopify · Free · 16 reviews

A streamlined theme designed to quickly start selling.

Listed for this use

Publisher

by Shopify · Free · No reviews yet

An avant-garde theme inspired by independent studios and publishers.

Listed for this use

Sense

by Shopify · Free · 55 reviews

An energizing theme featuring extensive product detail layouts

Listed for this use

Studio

by Shopify · Free · 19 reviews

A stylish theme with special attention to artists and collections

Listed for this use

Craft

by Shopify · Free · 14 reviews

A refined theme that celebrates craftsmanship.

Listed for this use

Origin

by Shopify · Free · 11 reviews

A stylish theme designed for makers selling unique pieces

Listed for this use

Ride

by Shopify · Free · 9 reviews

A distinct, dynamic theme that champions the world of sports.

Listed for this use

Taste

by Shopify · Free · 5 reviews

Ideal for speciality products and bold branding

Listed for this use

Colorblock

by Shopify · Free · 2 reviews

A striking theme ideal for high-end fashion

Listed for this use

Other themes that suit free themes

These are general-purpose themes whose own descriptions match this use case, but Shopify does not list them under it.

Stockholm

by Superfine · $320 USD · 11 reviews

A clean and minimalist Shopify theme

Also suitable

Vantage

by We are Underground LLC · $300 USD · 216 reviews

Fast, sleek, and conversion focused for stores of all sizes

Also suitable

Mr Parker

by We are Underground LLC · $240 USD · 189 reviews

Sharp images and a variety of features for multi variant products

Also suitable

Testament

by We are Underground LLC · $300 USD · 370 reviews

Conversion focused and mobile optimized for fast online shopping

Also suitable

Forge

by We are Underground LLC · $220 USD · 6 reviews

A product focused theme with unique set selling features and options

Also suitable

Minimalista

by Segment · $380 USD · 1 review

Stylish design and high performance united in one theme.

Also suitable

Retina

by Out of the Sandbox · $220 USD · 286 reviews

Showcase your products with bold imagery and refined styling

Also suitable

Editions

by Pixel Union · $250 USD · 80 reviews

A simple, spacious theme with a focus on featured products

Also suitable

California

by Small Victories · $240 USD · 79 reviews

Clean, simple, and focused on an elegant user experience

Also suitable

Drop

by We are Underground LLC · $200 USD · 13 reviews

Conversion focused and optimized for sales & product drops

Also suitable

Portland

by Superfine · $320 USD · 6 reviews

Elevate your online presence with a minimalist and elegant theme.

Also suitable

Essentials

by Noord · $250 USD · 1 review

A simple and minimalist theme built for high impact.

Also suitable

How we picked these themes

Themes are included when Shopify lists their price as free. Free themes are fully supported but may need apps for features that paid themes include. Prices, ratings and reviews come from the Shopify theme store and change over time, so check the theme page before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

How many Shopify themes are there for free themes?

This guide lists 22 themes from 8 developers: Dawn, Spotlight, Publisher, Sense, Studio and more.

How much do Shopify themes for free themes cost?

The themes in this guide range from free to $380 (USD), with a median of $220. 10 are free: Dawn, Spotlight, Publisher, Sense. Prices come from the Shopify theme store and can change.

Which theme for free themes has the most reviews?

Testament has the most reviews of the themes listed here (370 reviews). Reviews show popularity, not fit, so open the demo and test it with your own products.

Do I need a special theme for free themes?

No. Any Shopify theme can run a store, and every theme here can be customised. The ones above are chosen because their features suit this kind of store, which usually means less customisation work.

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