WooCommerce Cart Reports is an analytics plugin that provides real-time metrics on open and abandoned shopping carts for online stores. It delivers direct value for WordPress developers and store owners needing precise checkout tracking.
WPExclusive members get access to Cart Reports as part of a full plugin and theme library, with plans from $9.99/month. See the full WooCommerce collection →
What Is WooCommerce Cart Reports?
Cart Reports is developed by WooCommerce and is an analytics plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the analytics category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for monitoring customer behavior.
The plugin identifies exactly which products customers add to their carts before leaving the site. It is designed for merchants who require actionable data to recover lost sales.
Cart Reports Features
The plugin introduces specific tracking metrics directly into the WordPress dashboard.
Dashboard Widget Metrics
Cart Reports includes a dedicated dashboard widget displaying the quantity of recently abandoned carts. It maintains a running tally of all saved abandoned carts over the lifetime of the store. This gives administrators an immediate overview of lost revenue potential upon logging in.
Detailed Cart Table View
Store managers view all recorded carts in a structured table format. This interface shows the specific items added or removed, allowing merchants to identify products with high abandonment rates. The table tracks cart conversions to measure how often initiated sessions result in completed orders, pairing well with other WordPress analytics plugins.
Customer Data Collection
The extension logs cart contents alongside user agent strings and IP addresses when configured in the admin settings. If a customer enters personal information during checkout to calculate shipping, Cart Reports captures this data via the checkout Ajax hook. This provides context on who is leaving the store and from what locations.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the Cart Reports sales page, as retail costs vary based on promotional periods. WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Cart Reports + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Cart Reports plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Cart Reports Latest Version
Cart Reports receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with core updates. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install?
- Download the plugin .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to the admin area settings to enable IP address tracking and configure the dashboard widget.
Cart Reports Use Cases
Store Owners Identifying Drop-offs
Merchants experiencing high traffic but low completed orders use Cart Reports to investigate the issue. By analyzing which specific items are frequently left, they can adjust pricing or shipping costs for those exact products. Discover more WordPress ecommerce plugins.
Marketers Planning Recovery Campaigns
Marketing teams require baseline data to structure abandoned cart email sequences. Cart Reports provides foundational metrics on abandonment percentages and captured customer details during checkout. This information helps them understand the volume of lost sales.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies building online stores for clients deploy Cart Reports to provide built-in analytics without relying heavily on external platforms. A WPExclusive membership eliminates per-site licensing costs when rolling out this tracking capability across a client portfolio. Visit the WooCommerce vendor page for more agency tools.
Cart Reports vs Alternatives
| Feature | Cart Reports | Metorik | Cart Tracking for WooCommerce |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Native dashboard metrics | External analytics suite | Basic internal tracking |
| Data Storage | Native database | Cloud-hosted dashboard | Native database |
| Starting Price | View sales page | Premium tiers | Free version |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ❌ | ❌ |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Native integration with the central dashboard for immediate visibility.
- Captures customer data during checkout Ajax events before submission.
- Tracks both open and abandoned cart states in real time.
⚠️ Limitations
- Does not automatically send recovery emails, requiring separate automation tools.
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Cart Reports GPL Licensed?
Yes. Cart Reports is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files, the exact release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get Cart Reports on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime, giving you Cart Reports plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does WooCommerce Cart Reports do?
WooCommerce Cart Reports is an analytics plugin used to provide real-time metrics on open and abandoned shopping carts. It solves the problem of invisible lost sales by tracking cart contents and user data. It is designed for store owners and marketers optimizing checkout flows.
Is WooCommerce Cart Reports free?
Cart Reports is a premium extension with no free version available. Via WPExclusive, it is included in membership plans starting at $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of WooCommerce Cart Reports?
Cart Reports is actively maintained to ensure compatibility with recent WordPress versions. WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does WooCommerce Cart Reports cost?
Check the developer site for current retail pricing. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month, covering unlimited sites and the full library.
Is it legal to use WooCommerce Cart Reports via WPExclusive?
WooCommerce Cart Reports is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files, fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to WooCommerce Cart Reports?
Metorik and Cart Tracking for WooCommerce are notable alternatives. Metorik offers cloud-based reporting, while Cart Tracking for WooCommerce provides free basic tracking. Access Cart Reports on WPExclusive within the same membership.
