Adyen vs Square
Verdict
Both Adyen and Square are strong choices. Adyen edges ahead on overall rating, but the right pick depends on your budget and use case.
Feature & pricing comparison
| Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Starting price | Custom | Free |
| Pricing model | Enterprise | Freemium |
| API available | ||
| Best for | Enterprise & large platforms | Retail, food & omnichannel SMBs |
| Unified global payments | ||
| Interchange++ pricing | ||
| In-store + online | ||
| Risk management (RevenueProtect) | ||
| Rich reporting | ||
| In-person & online payments | ||
| Free POS software | ||
| Flat-rate fees | ||
| Invoicing | ||
| Hardware ecosystem | ||
| Visit | Visit |
Which should you choose?
Pick Adyen if you prioritize Enterprise & large platforms
Pick Square if you prioritize Retail, food & omnichannel SMBs
Adyen
Pros
- Excellent for scale
- Transparent interchange++
- One global platform
Cons
- Not for small businesses
- Minimum invoice/volume requirements
Square
Pros
- Great for in-person
- Transparent flat fees
- Free POS
Cons
- Less developer-flexible
- Funds holds for new accounts
Frequently asked questions
Is Adyen better than Square?+
Both Adyen and Square are strong choices. Adyen edges ahead on overall rating, but the right pick depends on your budget and use case.
Which is cheaper, Adyen or Square?+
Adyen starts at Custom, while Square starts at Free.