Paddle
5% + $0.50/transaction (all-inclusive, no additional fees)Global MoR platform with 5% + $0.50 pricing and mature feature set.
Why founders use Paddle
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Paddle is a battle-tested merchant of record platform serving thousands of SaaS and software companies globally. With identical pricing to Lemon Squeezy (5% + $0.50), Paddle differentiates through a mature, feature-rich platform and stronger enterprise support. The platform handles complete payment operations: subscription management, tax compliance, fraud prevention, chargeback coverage, and customer support.\n\nFor indie hackers scaling beyond the initial product stage, Paddle's more polished dashboard, advanced analytics, and comprehensive integrations (CRM, analytics, marketing tools) offer advantages. The platform supports complex billing scenarios including usage-based pricing, tiered subscriptions, and revenue splits. Better suited for teams with some operational sophistication who value polish and support over lowest cost.