Compare Afterpay and PayPal Payments 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (64.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0 per month
Afterpay
Star Rating
(40)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AfterpayPayPal Payments
Star Rating
(2,720)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (64.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 per month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that PayPal Payments excels in providing a seamless checkout experience, with users appreciating how it integrates naturally into the payment journey. One user noted, "It offers a payment method that people already recognize, providing an immediate sense of familiarity and trust at the final step."
- Users say Afterpay stands out for its flexibility in payment options, allowing customers to manage their purchases across various retailers like Kroger and Target. A user mentioned, "If I don't have enough funds at the time, it allows me to pay a certain percentage over time to pay it off."
- Reviewers mention that PayPal Payments offers quick transaction processing, with payments received in seconds and easy transfers to local bank accounts. This speed is a significant advantage for businesses looking to enhance cash flow.
- According to verified reviews, Afterpay is praised for its user-friendly app that breaks down payments into clear, predictable installments. One user highlighted, "I always know exactly what I owe and when," which contributes to a stress-free purchasing experience.
- G2 reviewers indicate that while PayPal Payments has a higher overall satisfaction score, Afterpay's ease of setup is a notable strength, with users appreciating its straightforward onboarding process. This can be particularly beneficial for small businesses looking to implement a payment solution quickly.
- Users report that PayPal Payments provides robust support features, with a quality of support score that reflects its commitment to customer service. One user remarked on the buyer protection it offers, enhancing trust and security in transactions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Afterpay
No pricing availablePayPal Payments
On Website - Basic
$0
per month
- Accept credit cards and PayPal on your site
- Swipe cards in your store and on the go
- Create and email invoices for fast payment
Free Trial
Afterpay
No trial information availablePayPal Payments
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
22
9.0
2,212
Ease of Use
8.6
22
9.1
2,242
Ease of Setup
9.7
5
8.9
702
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.4
331
Quality of Support
8.1
20
8.3
2,090
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.1
328
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
21
8.3
2,181
Features by Category
Payment Options
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
1611
Not enough data
9.2
1628
Not enough data
8.4
1182
Not enough data
8.4
1111
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
602
Not enough data
9.1
624
Administration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
1521
Not enough data
8.6
1366
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
498
Not enough data
8.5
481
Not enough data
8.4
469
Security
Not enough data
8.6
650
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
1173
Not enough data
8.8
1361
Not enough data
8.7
485
Development
Not enough data
8.4
1293
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
1112
Not enough data
8.7
1211
Platform
Not enough data
8.9
1472
Not enough data
8.9
1351
Not enough data
8.9
1331
Not enough data
8.7
1087
Not enough data
8.6
1077
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
478
Not enough data
8.8
504
Agentic AI - Payment Gateways
Not enough data
9.1
73
Not enough data
8.8
72
Not enough data
8.9
72
Administration - Installment Payment and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL)
7.8
18
9.0
188
7.3
14
9.1
182
7.7
17
8.9
187
6.9
13
8.7
174
Payment Tools - Installment Payment and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL)
7.9
14
9.0
190
8.2
16
8.9
188
8.0
14
9.0
174
7.9
17
8.9
179
Agentic AI - Installment Payment and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) features
Not enough data
9.4
39
Not enough data
9.3
39
Not enough data
9.4
39
Payment Processing
Not enough data
9.3
265
Not enough data
9.1
241
Not enough data
9.3
246
Not enough data
9.2
251
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
226
Not enough data
9.1
237
Not enough data
7.5
276
Not enough data
8.9
214
Not enough data
8.6
498
Not enough data
8.5
481
Not enough data
8.4
469
Payment Options
Not enough data
9.0
602
Not enough data
9.1
624
Security
Not enough data
8.7
485
Platform
Not enough data
8.6
478
Not enough data
8.8
504
Architecture
Not enough data
9.1
53
Not enough data
9.0
52
Not enough data
9.4
54
Processing
Not enough data
9.4
54
Not enough data
9.4
54
Not enough data
9.2
53
Not enough data
9.4
54
Not enough data
9.5
54
Risk & Compliance
Not enough data
9.0
52
Not enough data
9.2
54
Not enough data
9.3
54
Analytics
Not enough data
9.3
54
Not enough data
9.3
54
Not enough data
9.0
54
Agentic AI - Payments Orchestration
Not enough data
9.5
45
Not enough data
9.6
45
Agentic AI - SAP Store
Not enough data
9.7
16
Not enough data
9.7
16
Not enough data
9.8
16
Not enough data
9.8
16
Not enough data
9.9
16
Not enough data
9.8
16
Not enough data
9.9
16
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Afterpay and PayPal Payments are categorized as Installment Payment and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL)
Unique Categories
Afterpay has no unique categories
PayPal Payments is categorized as Payments Orchestration, SAP Store, Payment Processing, and Payment Gateways
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Afterpay
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
PayPal Payments
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Apparel & Fashion
19.4%
Consumer Goods
11.1%
Accounting
8.3%
Retail
5.6%
Music
5.6%
Other
50.0%
Computer Software
6.9%
Information Technology and Services
6.8%
Marketing and Advertising
6.7%
Retail
5.4%
Internet
3.8%
Other
70.5%
Discussions
Afterpay has no discussions with answers
What is PayPal Credit used for?
8 Comments
SR
Instead of using your main bank card online, you can use the PayPal credit card, keeping your bank details more private.Read more
Allow visa gift card
8 Comments
US
I think there is a reason why not only PayPal but other services also doesn't allow Visa gift card because I also have tried with many other services.Read more
PayPal Is NOt Returning USD 40,000 they kept for 180 Days After account suspension
7 Comments
JL
I have one similar story - https://www.reddit.com/r/paypal/comments/jeuc6o/victory_funds_returned_after_a_long_battle_with/Read more
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