> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.elitebundleapp.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.elitebundleapp.com/overview/bundle-types.md).

# Bundle types

Compare the three bundle types in Elite Bundle Builder for Shopify, Build Your Own, Multi-Option and Fixed, and pick one.

Three types are available today. Pick the one that matches the offer, not the one with the most settings.

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Build your own bundle" %}
Shoppers choose products across one or more steps and add the whole selection to cart as one bundle.

**Best for**

* Gift boxes
* Routine builders
* Meal kits
* Sample packs
* Mix-and-match sets
* "Choose 3" or "Pick 5" offers

**Example flow**

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Choose your base product.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Pick two add-ons.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Select a bonus item.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Add the completed bundle to cart.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Multi-option bundle" %}
A fixed group of products where the shopper picks one item or variant for every option.

**Best for**

* Outfit combos
* Matching sets
* Product kits with size or colour choices
* Bundles where every component must be included

**Example flow**

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Choose a jacket size.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Choose a trouser size.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Pick a colour.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
The complete set is added to cart with the theme's own button.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Fixed bundle" %}
A set of products and quantities, sold as one product through Shopify's own bundles. Buyers pick only the options you allow, or nothing at all.

**Best for**

* Starter kits
* Gift sets
* Multipacks
* Bundles you also sell in POS or the Shop app

**Example flow**

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
The shopper opens the bundle's product page, which the theme renders as usual.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
They see what's inside in the "In this bundle" list.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}
They add it to cart with the theme's own button; the items show grouped under the bundle.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

## Where each type appears

This is the biggest practical difference.

|                                                   | Build your own bundle | Multi-option bundle                                            | Fixed bundle                                                                                                               |
| ------------------------------------------------- | --------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Replace its own product page                      | Yes                   |                                                                |                                                                                                                            |
| Redirect to a dedicated bundle page               | Yes                   |                                                                |                                                                                                                            |
| Inside the theme's product page                   | Yes                   | Always                                                         | Always, rendered by the theme                                                                                              |
| Add to cart button                                | Its own               | The theme's, with the theme price replaced by the bundle total | The theme's, at the bundle product's price                                                                                 |
| Discount                                          | Tiers                 | One flat discount                                              | The bundle product's price                                                                                                 |
| [Subscriptions](/create-bundles/subscriptions.md) | Yes                   | Yes                                                            | No, Shopify does not sell its own bundles on selling plans. A multi-option bundle is the one-to-one replacement that works |
| Shopify POS and Shop app                          |                       |                                                                | Yes                                                                                                                        |

## Which type should you pick?

| Goal                                        | Recommended type                             |
| ------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
| Shopper builds their own box                | Build your own bundle                        |
| Shopper chooses from several product groups | Build your own bundle                        |
| Shopper buys a kit with variant choices     | Multi-option bundle                          |
| You want to test a simple offer quickly     | Build your own bundle                        |
| Shopper buys a set with no choices          | Fixed bundle                                 |
| Shopper subscribes to the bundle            | Build your own bundle or multi-option bundle |

{% hint style="success" %}
Start with the simplest type that matches the offer. A clear bundle with fewer choices launches faster and is easier to improve with analytics.
{% endhint %}