Updatrr vs Heltar
Indian WhatsApp API platform for SMBs. See how Updatrr compares on features, pricing and Shopify integration.
Quick summary
Shopify-native app vs. standalone platform
Updatrr is available directly from the Shopify App Store with deep store integration. Heltar requires manual Shopify configuration.
Voice AI calling for cart recovery and COD
Updatrr includes AI voice agents. Heltar does not have voice calling capabilities.
4.9★ rating with 600+ merchants
Updatrr has a proven track record on the Shopify App Store. Heltar has a smaller merchant base.
Feature comparison: Updatrr vs Heltar
| Feature | Updatrr | Heltar |
|---|---|---|
| Native Shopify integration | ✓ | ✕ |
| Abandoned cart recovery | ✓ | ✓ |
| COD confirmation & RTO reduction | ✓ | ✕ |
| Voice AI calling | ✓ | ✕ |
| AI chatbot (no-code) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Unified inbox (WA + IG + FB) | ✓ | ✕ |
| WhatsApp Commerce / catalog selling | ✓ | ✕ |
| Broadcast campaigns | ✓ | ✓ |
| Order & shipment updates | ✓ | ✓ |
| Official WhatsApp Business API | ✓ | ✓ |
| 7-day free trial | ✓ | ✕ |
| India-based support | ✓ | ✓ |
Why merchants switch from Heltar to Updatrr
- ✓Heltar has: Not a Shopify app
- ✓Heltar has: No Voice AI calling
- ✓Heltar has: Smaller merchant base
Pricing: Updatrr vs Heltar
Heltar pricing is usage-based. Updatrr starts at $19.99/month with a 7-day free trial.
Updatrr — starting at $19.99/month
- ✓ 7-day free trial, no credit card
- ✓ All core automations included
- ✓ WhatsApp + Instagram + Facebook inbox
- ✓ Voice AI calling included
Heltar
- ✕ Not a Shopify app
- ✕ No Voice AI calling
- ✕ Smaller merchant base
“COD confirmation used to be a daily headache. Now Updatrr handles it automatically and our RTO dropped by half. Setup took less than 20 minutes.”
MPMeera Patel
Operations Head, Kasturi Organics
Frequently asked questions
Is Updatrr better than Heltar for Shopify?▾
Updatrr is built exclusively for Shopify merchants — with native Shopify integration, COD confirmation, Voice AI calling and a unified inbox across WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook. Heltar Updatrr is available directly from the Shopify App Store with deep store integration. Heltar requires manual Shopify configuration.
Does Updatrr have a free trial?▾
Yes. Updatrr offers a 7-day free trial with full access to all features. No credit card required to get started.
How long does it take to set up Updatrr compared to Heltar?▾
Updatrr is a Shopify app — install it from the Shopify App Store and connect your WhatsApp number. Most merchants go live in under 20 minutes with no developer required.
Does Updatrr support COD confirmation and RTO reduction?▾
Yes. COD order confirmation with automated WhatsApp follow-ups and RTO reduction are core features of Updatrr, purpose-built for Indian and Southeast Asian D2C brands.
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