Paystack vs Stripe

Paystack edges out Stripe on rating (3.9★ vs 3.7★), but the gap is small enough that pricing fit and feature differentiation should drive the decision more than the headline number.

Pricing entry tiers: Paystack at Free, Stripe at Free. Check each app's tier structure for the capacity limits you actually need before deciding — the headline number is the same shape, but the gating shape per tier (seats, usage volume, integrations) varies.

Recommended by size: small/early-stage store owners who need fast install and low risk should default to Paystack; mid-market and enterprise store owners with specific feature requirements should evaluate both — Stripe's 53-review base may include the workflow context that matches your specific use case better than Paystack's broader-but-shallower coverage.

This verdict is generated from the live marketplace data on this page — rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position all refresh from the canonical WooCommerce Marketplace listing every 24 hours. AppRanks does not accept payment to influence comparison outcomes; the methodology is documented on the About page and applies identically to every pair on the site.

Is Paystack or Stripe cheaper?

Both Paystack and Stripe offer paid plans only. Paystack starts at Free; Stripe starts at Free. Compare the per-tier features in the Pricing section above before committing.

Which has better reviews, Paystack or Stripe?

Paystack has the higher average rating (3.9★ from 9 reviews) compared to Stripe (3.7★ from 53 reviews). Both are tracked daily by AppRanks, so the figures here update each refresh cycle.

Should I choose Paystack or Stripe?

Paystack holds the higher average rating (3.9★ vs 3.7★). That is the one dimension AppRanks can separate them on here — read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.

Which is faster to set up, Paystack or Stripe?

Both apps are one-click installs from the WooCommerce Marketplace. Stripe has the deeper published review base (53 vs 9), which often — though not always — accompanies better-tested setup docs. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly: read the recent reviews on each app's detail page for user-reported install experience.

Which works better for small vs large WooCommerce Marketplace store owners?

Paystack typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (9 reviews). Stripe typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (53 reviews). A larger review base generally means the app has been exercised at scale — relevant if you are processing high volume or handling enterprise compliance requirements.

Can I migrate data between Paystack and Stripe?

Migration support varies by app and category. Paystack and Stripe both publish their export options on their marketplace listing pages (or in their support docs); some apps offer one-click import from competitors, others require CSV. The fastest check: search "import from Paystack" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.