Lemon Squeezy vs Paddle
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right payments for your business needs.
Platform Overview
Both Lemon Squeezy and Paddle are popular payments solutions. Here's how they compare.
Lemon Squeezy
A merchant of record platform handling payments, tax compliance, subscriptions, and license key management for digital products.
Paddle
A complete payments infrastructure for SaaS companies acting as merchant of record with billing, tax, and subscription management.
Feature Comparison
Lemon Squeezy Features
- Merchant of record for global tax
- Subscription and one-time payments
- License key management
- Affiliate program built-in
- No-code checkout pages
Paddle Features
- Merchant of record model
- Subscription lifecycle management
- Global tax compliance
- Revenue recovery tools
- Checkout and billing APIs
Best For
Lemon Squeezy — Best For
- SaaS subscription billing
- Digital product sales
- Global tax-compliant payments
Paddle — Best For
- SaaS billing and payments
- Global subscription management
- Tax-compliant digital sales
Our Verdict
Both Lemon Squeezy and Paddle are excellent choices. Lemon Squeezy excels at saas subscription billing, while Paddle shines at saas billing and payments. The best choice depends on your specific needs, budget, and technical requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Lemon Squeezy or Paddle?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your needs. Lemon Squeezy is best for saas subscription billing, while Paddle excels at saas billing and payments. We can help you evaluate which fits your business.
Can I switch from Lemon Squeezy to Paddle?
Yes, migration is possible. The complexity depends on your current setup and data. Our team can plan and execute a smooth migration with minimal downtime.
Can I use Lemon Squeezy and Paddle together?
In many cases, yes. Lemon Squeezy and Paddle can complement each other depending on your architecture. We can advise on the best integration strategy.
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