VP-ASP Shopping Cart Reviews

(based on 6 reviews)

185 of 341 people found this review helpful

VP-ASP touts the flexibility of their software, but what they really mean is that the software REQUIRES reprogramming just to run properly. If you were buying a house, it would be like a buying a "fixer-upper" in a bad part of town. If you happen to be a carpenter who wants to dedicate considerable time to fixing the place up -- and are betting the neighborhood will someday improve -- you've found your dream home. If you just want an appealing, comfortable place to live that isn't falling apart, look anywhere else.

I am a professional web developer, and I have had the unfortunate experience of dealing with VP-ASP for 2 separate projects. Many years ago, I made the mistake of choosing VP-ASP to set up an online store, and more recently, a client of mine asked me to move an existing e-commerce site to a new server. I am an expert in this area and yet both experiences were miserable.

Pros:

-- The initial costs are relatively low.

-- Offers most standard shopping cart features.

Cons:

-- The software itself is poorly coded and poorly updated. The files are terribly organized, almost to the point of being comical (if it weren't such a headache to... (Read the full review)

In summary, I would not recommend VP-ASP Shopping Cart to a friend.

194 of 394 people found this review helpful

DO NOT USE THIS OUT OF DATE, UNSUPPORTED "SOFTWARE".

I recently had a client who used VP ASP and wanted me to move their site over to a new host under a new domain name.

Knowing nothing of VP ASP (Other than it's built on classic ASP from 1998) I decided to try contacting their Tech Support (I'm in the UK) so called their UK number. After an automated message it hung up - offering NO tech support. So I called their sales line where I was told either I purchased "Support Points" or my client paid for another license in order for them to want to help. After pointing out that this is outrageous the Australian guy speaking to me simply replied "To be honest mate, I don't care".. I was absolutely shocked! Unless myself or my client gave over money there would be no help. My clients site is currently broken and will not be fixed without them purchasing a new license (since support only lasts 30 days after license purchase apparently).. So be warned, if your looking for help after 30 days your not going to get it unless you part with $$!

If the software was the greatest... (Read the full review)

In summary, I would not recommend VP-ASP Shopping Cart to a friend.