--- description: Review of PayPal Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: PayPal | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice AU --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Chargeback Management Software](/directory/4793/chargeback-management-software/software) > [PayPal](/software/104664/paypal) # PayPal Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/104664/paypal Page: 1 / 1061\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/104664/paypal?page=2) > PayPal is a digital payment platform that enables businesses and individuals to pay and accept payments through an online portal. The solution is suitable for businesses of all sizes. It provides a one-touch login process, eliminating the need to re-enter information. For individuals, users can shop as well as process transactions overseas by linking their card details through PayPal’s portal. For business owners, users can accept international payments from banks or digital wallets through the portal. Users can bill clients, receive direct payments from suppliers or manufacturers and accept payments from multiple markets with a single account. PayPal charges a transaction fee, which is calculated based on businesses’ total sales volumes. The system is compatible with mobile devices. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 26504 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 26504 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: PayPal - **Location**: San Jose, US - **Founded**: 1998 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: USD 0.29 - **Pricing model**: Other (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Pricing is based per transaction. 2.5% + Fixed fee ( $0.041) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian - **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - ACH Payment Processing - AI/Machine Learning - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Accounting - Activity Dashboard - Ad hoc Reporting - Alerts/Notifications - Anomaly Detection - Authentication - Barcode/Ticket Scanning - Billing & Invoicing - Billing Portal - CRM - Cash Management - Check Fraud Detection - Compliance Management - Contact Database - Credit Card Processing - Customisable Dashboard ## Integrations (53 total) - 123FormBuilder - 17hats - Acuity Scheduling - AthletaDesk - BetterUnite - BigCommerce - Cash App - ChargePay - Chargebee - Cognito Forms - Constant Contact - Donorbox - Ecwid - Formsite - Fundraise Up ... and 38 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Chargeback Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4793/chargeback-management-software/software) ## Related Categories - [Chargeback Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4793/chargeback-management-software/software) - [Tablet POS Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/1451/tablet-pos/software) - [Sporting Goods POS Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/109/sporting-goods-store-software/software) - [Small Business POS Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/456/small-business-pos/software) - [Fraud Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4642/financial-fraud-detection/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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PayPal Honey was involved in a scam and scandal where they stole commission from affiliate purchases so they have lost my respect. ----- ### "Its the BEST\!" — 5.0/5 > **Jabbara** | *8 June 2026* | Food & Beverages | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I love how paypal seamlessly next to other apps. It's one of the easiest payment apps to use. And it's pretty safe. > > **Cons**: I wish there were more free ATM options. Paypal had their own automatic teller machines. This would be very convenient. > > I've been using paypal for years. It's always been there for it and alternative to my bank or handling online payments. ----- ### "Happy\!\!\!\!\!\!\!\!" — 5.0/5 > **Anonymous User** | *30 June 2026* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like that it's easier to use and I'm able to use PayPal to cash out my money I earn playing games. > > **Cons**: There's nothing that I really don't like anymore. > > My overall experience with using PayPal is satisfied . ----- ### "Paypal pros and cons" — 4.0/5 > **Jennifer** | *1 May 2026* | Media Production | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: The platform makes it very straightforward to send and receive payments without needing detailed banking information, just an email address. That simplicity lowers friction for both businesses and customers, especially for invoicing or quick payments. > > **Cons**: The user interface can be frustrating at times. Features and layouts change, and finding specific reports or transaction details is not always intuitive. > > My overall experience with PayPal has been positive due to its ease of use, speed, and wide customer acceptance, which make getting paid simple and efficient. However, higher fees, occasional account holds, and some integration cleanup with QuickBooks Online can be drawbacks. ----- ### "Great tool for any business." — 5.0/5 > **Julianne Bastien** | *15 May 2026* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Paypal's interface is very user friendly, easy to navigate, send and receive money and their credit card interface is super easy > > **Cons**: Paypal started off a little cumbersome but never too difficult to navigate, they have done a great job evolving. > > I've used paypal for a LONG time, it was the most affordable option for my small business. The interface has grown and evolved over the years and has remained affordable and user friendly. 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