How to Build Your Own Shogun
Replace Shogun with a custom build. Build. Test. Convert. Stop guessing, start growing.
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 47 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Payment processing, subscriptions, and invoicing
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 47 features
Testing & Optimization(11 features)
Optimize every element to maximize store profits by testing and refining headlines, images, and layouts
Set custom goals including form submission, revenue per visitor, and average order value
Test different checkout experiences to reduce friction
Test up to 6 variants of a page at once
Run A/B tests on individual pages with split testing capabilities
+6 more in this category
Page Design(8 features)
Add AI-generated or custom sections to your store theme
Codelessly customize your online store with advanced visual editing tools
Access to all available page elements and building blocks
Add animations to page elements for enhanced user engagement
Choose from hundreds of typefaces from Google Font library directly in Shogun
+3 more in this category
Content Management(6 features)
Automate the publish and expiration of promotions for designated times
Sync content across multiple stores with one Advanced license per store
Display product or brand information in a custom way with data collections and custom attributes
Deploy universal updates across store-wide content you've saved styling for in Snippets
Save and repurpose content blocks (snippets) across multiple pages to save time
+1 more in this category
Analytics & Reporting(4 features)
Get deeper insights into test performance and product conversion data
Export A/B test results as CSV and PDF files
Track and analyze page performance with data-driven insights
Comprehensive reporting on personalization performance and results
Personalization(4 features)
Target shoppers based on location, UTM parameters, and customer data
Create and target custom audience segments for personalization
Deliver tailored, dynamic experiences that adapt to customer preferences and guide them toward purchase
Pages that adapt for every site visitor based on their preferences and behavior
AI(3 features)
Daily prompt limits for AI section generation with higher limits on paid tiers
Turn ideas into sections instantly with AI-powered content generation
Preview AI-generated sections before publishing to your store
Templates(3 features)
Create and use custom page templates tailored to your brand
Access all pre-built page templates for quick setup and customization
All commonly used blocks for headers, full-width banners, icons + text, testimonials, and more
Support(2 features)
Real-time customer support via live chat
Get a shared Slack channel with direct access to R&D team for premium support
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 47 features at very easy complexity.