Compare Plane and Square Payments 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (89.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$39.00 1 Active Contractor Per Month
No pricing available
Plane
Star Rating
(831)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (56.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$39.00 1 Active Contractor Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSquare Payments
Star Rating
(169)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (89.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Square PaymentsSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users say that Square Payments excels in providing a seamless experience for small businesses, particularly highlighting its ability to handle various payment tasks directly from the app. One user mentioned, "You can do everything from the app! Send invoices, receipt of payment, payment requests, literally everything!"
- Reviewers mention that Plane stands out for its fast and reliable payouts, with one user noting that their payment was processed late at night and already in their bank account by the next morning. This quick turnaround is a significant advantage for businesses needing immediate access to funds.
- According to verified reviews, Square Payments has a higher overall satisfaction rating, with users appreciating features like automatic daily deposits, which streamline cash flow for organizations, especially non-profits that may lack extensive financial infrastructure.
- G2 reviewers report that Plane offers excellent customer support, with users praising the quick response times and helpful assistance. One user highlighted, "Excellent, quick support when needed," indicating that businesses can rely on timely help when issues arise.
- Users say that while Square Payments has a strong performance rating, some users feel it may not fully meet their specific workflow needs, leading to occasional configuration challenges. This feedback suggests that while the platform is user-friendly, there may be limitations for more complex business requirements.
- Reviewers mention that Plane's setup process is straightforward, with one user appreciating how easy it was to create an account and complete necessary forms. This simplicity can be a significant advantage for businesses looking to get started quickly without extensive onboarding hurdles.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Plane
Pay contractors in 240+ countries
$39.00
1 Active Contractor Per Month
Hire and pay contractors in 240+ countries with compliant contracts and optimal exchange rates
- Pay contractors in 70+ local currencies
- Use locally compliant contracts, so you don’t need your own lawyers
- We take care of W-8 and W-9 form collection
Square Payments
No pricing availableFree Trial
Plane
Free Trial is available
Square Payments
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
658
9.4
125
Ease of Use
9.3
680
9.5
126
Ease of Setup
9.3
324
9.1
51
Ease of Admin
9.3
91
9.2
42
Quality of Support
9.2
541
8.6
98
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
99
8.9
42
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
650
8.4
120
Features by Category
Core HR
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
8.3
13
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
9.3
15
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.2
14
Not enough data
Payment Options
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
9.3
9
Not enough data
9.5
13
Not enough data
9.9
14
Not enough data
9.1
9
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
9.7
12
Not enough data
7.6
25
Not enough data
9.0
33
Administration
Not enough data
9.4
13
Not enough data
9.8
14
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
8.5
28
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
8.1
21
Security
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.5
11
Not enough data
8.9
32
Development
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
7.6
9
Not enough data
7.8
10
Platform
Not enough data
9.4
11
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
7.6
7
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
30
Not enough data
8.6
30
Agentic AI - Payment Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
9.0
179
Not enough data
8.6
134
Not enough data
8.4
134
Not enough data
Administration
9.0
148
Not enough data
8.7
131
Not enough data
9.1
157
Not enough data
8.7
148
Not enough data
8.6
130
Not enough data
8.6
115
Not enough data
8.9
131
Not enough data
8.7
113
Not enough data
8.8
111
Not enough data
Taxes
8.6
119
Not enough data
8.5
112
Not enough data
8.3
112
Not enough data
Integration
8.4
104
Not enough data
8.5
105
Not enough data
8.6
108
Not enough data
8.6
106
Not enough data
Platform
8.7
135
Not enough data
8.8
127
Not enough data
9.1
143
Not enough data
8.7
128
Not enough data
Processing
9.4
165
Not enough data
9.1
123
Not enough data
9.1
125
Not enough data
9.2
119
Not enough data
Compliance
9.3
121
Not enough data
9.2
122
Not enough data
9.2
112
Not enough data
Integration
9.0
100
Not enough data
9.0
103
Not enough data
8.9
86
Not enough data
Reporting
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
99
Not enough data
9.1
119
Not enough data
Platform Basics
7.9
13
Not enough data
8.6
19
Not enough data
Platform Data
8.1
20
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
7.5
17
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.1
12
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
7.8
12
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.6
47
Not enough data
9.0
58
Not enough data
8.6
58
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.7
52
Not enough data
8.5
45
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
8.5
60
Not enough data
8.3
45
Not enough data
8.6
53
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.7
61
Not enough data
8.4
40
Not enough data
8.3
37
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.1
12
Not enough data
Payment Processing
Not enough data
9.0
50
Not enough data
9.4
57
Not enough data
9.4
52
Not enough data
8.8
40
Administration
Not enough data
8.7
50
Not enough data
8.4
38
Not enough data
7.2
54
Not enough data
8.9
45
Not enough data
8.5
28
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
8.1
21
Payment Options
Not enough data
7.6
25
Not enough data
9.0
33
Security
Not enough data
8.9
32
Platform
Not enough data
8.3
30
Not enough data
8.6
30
Platform Basics
9.3
305
10.0
5
9.2
301
9.7
5
Platform Administration
8.6
245
7.7
5
9.1
269
9.7
5
8.8
261
9.7
5
Platform Payment Content
9.0
278
9.3
5
8.9
272
10.0
5
9.0
269
9.7
5
Compatability
8.1
22
Not enough data
8.4
22
Not enough data
8.1
22
Not enough data
Benefits
7.4
22
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Intermediate GEP features
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
Other GEP Features
8.8
10
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Plane and Square Payments are categorized as Contractor Payments
Unique Categories
Plane is categorized as HR Compliance, Multi-Country Payroll, Payroll, Core HR, Contractor Management, Global Employment Platforms (GEP), and Employer of Record (EOR)
Square Payments is categorized as Payment Processing and Payment Gateways
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Plane
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Square 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
Computer Software
23.9%
Information Technology and Services
14.9%
Financial Services
6.9%
Marketing and Advertising
5.8%
Consumer Services
3.2%
Other
45.3%
Food & Beverages
10.8%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
7.0%
Retail
7.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Information Technology and Services
4.4%
Other
65.2%
Discussions
How was this idea born? Can the processing time be improved?
1 Comment
Official Response from Plane
Thanks for your feedback! Pilot was developed with a mission to create a more open global job market, so that anyone anywhere can work for any company,...Read more
Plane has no more discussions with answers
Can i use Sqare internationally?
2 Comments
HD
You can only use square internationally with cash payments, not card or tap-to-pay phone payments!Read more
Is Square software free?
2 Comments
BC
Yes, for the base POS (Point-Of-Sale) system, you will still be subject to the percentage on every card transaction you may. There are additional systems by...Read more
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