> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://bundles-docs.getappfox.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Mix & Match Bundle

> Let customers choose products from a selection to build their bundle

Mix & Match Bundles give customers flexibility to build their own bundle by choosing products from a predefined selection. This is ideal for variety packs, samplers, and customizable bundles.

## What is a Mix & Match Bundle?

A Mix & Match Bundle lets customers select a specific quantity of products from a larger pool of options. You define which products are available and how many the customer must choose to receive the bundle discount.

**Example**: "Choose any 5 teas for \$25" or "Build your own 6-pack: Pick 6 protein bars from our selection"

## When to use Mix & Match Bundles

Mix & Match Bundles work best for:

* **Variety packs**: Letting customers sample different flavors, colors, or variants
* **Samplers**: Try-before-committing bundles
* **Customizable sets**: Giving customers control over their selection
* **Discovery bundles**: Encouraging trial of multiple products

## Creating a Mix & Match Bundle

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select bundle type">
    From the Bundles page, click **Create a bundle** and select **Mix & Match Bundle**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Define the product pool">
    Select all products that customers can choose from. Add 3 or more products to give meaningful choice.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set quantity requirement">
    Specify how many products customers must choose (e.g., "Pick any 5").
  </Step>

  <Step title="Name your bundle">
    Use a name that explains the offer, like "Build Your Own 5-Pack" or "Choose Any 6 Teas".
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set the discount">
    Choose between:

    * **Percentage discount**: X% off when you buy the specified quantity
    * **Fixed bundle price**: Pay one price for the quantity (e.g., "Any 5 for \$25")
  </Step>

  <Step title="Activate">
    Toggle to **Active** and click **Save**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Bundle settings

### Product pool

* **Minimum products in pool**: 3 (to give customers choice)
* **Recommended**: 6-15 products for optimal choice
* **Product types**: Can mix product types, or keep within one category

### Quantity settings

* **Required quantity**: How many products customers must choose
* **Typical values**: 3, 5, 6, or 10 items
* **Flexibility**: Customers can choose any combination that meets the quantity

### Discount options

**Percentage discount**:

* Enter a percentage (e.g., 20%)
* Applied when customers add the required quantity

**Fixed bundle price**:

* Set a total price (e.g., \$25)
* Customers pay this price regardless of which products they choose
* Great for "Any X for \$Y" offers

## How it appears on your store

### Product page widget

The widget displays:

* "Build your own bundle: Choose X from these products"
* Grid of available products with images
* Selection interface (customers click to add/remove products)
* Running count (e.g., "3 of 5 selected")
* Total price with discount
* "Add to cart" button (enabled when quantity requirement is met)

### Cart

Customers see:

* Individual line items for their chosen products
* Discount line item if using percentage discount
* Bundle pricing applied

## Best practices

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Give meaningful choice" icon="list-check">
    Include at least 6-8 products in your pool so customers feel they have real choice. Too few options defeats the purpose.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Keep products similar in value" icon="scale-balanced">
    If products have widely different prices, use percentage discounts rather than fixed bundle pricing. This prevents customers from gaming the system by choosing only expensive items.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Use clear quantity language" icon="hashtag">
    Make the requirement obvious: "Choose exactly 5" or "Pick any 6". Avoid ambiguous language.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Consider pricing carefully" icon="dollar-sign">
    For fixed bundle pricing, calculate based on your average product price. For percentage discounts, 15-25% typically works well.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Group similar products" icon="layer-group">
    Mix & Match works best within a category (all teas, all protein bars, all candles) rather than across disparate categories.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Example Mix & Match Bundles

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Food & Beverage" icon="mug-hot">
    **Coffee Sampler**: Choose any 4 coffee bags from our collection for \$40
  </Card>

  <Card title="Fashion" icon="shirt">
    **T-Shirt Bundle**: Pick any 5 basic tees for $50 (usually $15 each)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Beauty" icon="soap">
    **Bath Bomb Variety Pack**: Select 6 bath bombs from 15 scents for \$30
  </Card>

  <Card title="Snacks" icon="cookie">
    **Protein Bar Mix**: Build your own 10-pack, choose from 12 flavors, 15% off
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Pricing strategies

### Fixed bundle price (recommended for similar-priced products)

**Scenario**: All teas cost $8-$10 each

* **Offer**: Choose any 5 for $35 (regular price would be $40-\$50)
* **Benefit**: Simple, clear value proposition
* **Customer behavior**: More likely to explore different options

### Percentage discount (recommended for varied pricing)

**Scenario**: Products range from $5 to $20

* **Offer**: Choose any 6 items, get 20% off
* **Benefit**: Fair discount regardless of selection
* **Customer behavior**: May gravitate toward higher-priced items (which is fine)

## Troubleshooting

**Widget not showing selection interface**:

* Verify Mix & Match bundle type is correctly set
* Check that product pool has at least 3 products
* Ensure products have available inventory

**Customers confused about quantity**:

* Update bundle name to be explicit: "Choose exactly 5" instead of "5-Pack"
* Use the style customization to make quantity requirement prominent

<Tip>Mix & Match Bundles often have higher engagement than fixed bundles because customers enjoy the customization. Track which products are most frequently chosen to inform future merchandising decisions.</Tip>