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PayPal

The most recognized checkout button

4.3(21,200)PaidAPIPayment Gateways
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Custom pricing

PayPal is the most recognized checkout button, best for Stores wanting buyer trust. It is a paid tool with custom pricing, rated 4.3/5 across 21,200 reviews#4 of 5 payment gateways we track.

Overview

PayPal is the most widely trusted consumer payment brand, offering instant buyer recognition, Pay-in-4, and easy setup. Great for conversion, though fees run higher.

Key features

  • PayPal & Venmo checkout
  • Pay Later (BNPL)
  • Buyer & seller protection
  • Invoicing
  • Global currencies

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Massive brand trust
  • Boosts conversion
  • Easy setup

Cons

  • Higher fees
  • Account holds can be frustrating

Integrations

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Standard

Custom
  • 3.49% + 49¢ (wallet)
  • 2.99% online cards
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Advanced

Custom
  • Hosted card fields
  • Custom checkout
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How PayPal compares

MeasurePayPalCategory average
Rating4.3/54.5/5
Starting priceCustom
Rank by rating#4 of 5
Public APIYes4 of 4 offer one

Is PayPal right for you?

A good fit if…

  • • You are stores wanting buyer trust.
  • • Your use case is boosting checkout trust.
  • • Your use case is small stores.
  • • Your use case is invoicing clients.
  • Massive brand trust matters to you.

Look elsewhere if…

  • Higher fees would be a dealbreaker.
  • Account holds can be frustrating would be a dealbreaker.

Frequently asked questions

How much does PayPal cost?+

PayPal uses custom, quote-based pricing rather than a public price list.

Does PayPal have an API?+

Yes, PayPal offers an API for integrations and automation.

Who is PayPal best for?+

PayPal is best suited for Stores wanting buyer trust. Common use cases: boosting checkout trust, small stores, invoicing clients.

Is PayPal better than other payment gateways?+

Among the 5 payment gateways we track, PayPal ranks #4 by rating (4.3/5 against a 4.5/5 category average).

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