Chargebee vs Adyen

Subscription billing that doesn't make you want to pull your hair out when you need to handle a prorated refund meets the payment platform that actually unifies everything, so you can stop juggling 10 different providers. Here's our take.

Chargebee

Nice Pick

Subscription billing that doesn't make you want to pull your hair out when you need to handle a prorated refund.

Pros

• Handles complex subscription logic like upgrades, downgrades, and prorations automatically
• Integrates with over 30 payment gateways and accounting tools out of the box
• Provides detailed revenue analytics and dunning management to reduce churn
• Supports global tax compliance (VAT, GST, etc.) without custom code

Cons

• Pricing tiers can get expensive as you scale, especially with add-ons
• Customization beyond their UI sometimes requires webhook hacking

Adyen

The payment platform that actually unifies everything, so you can stop juggling 10 different providers.

Pros

• Single API for online, in-app, and in-store payments
• Supports over 250 payment methods and 150 currencies globally
• Built-in fraud prevention and data analytics tools

Cons

• Pricing can be steep for smaller businesses
• Complex setup may require dedicated technical resources

The Verdict

Use Chargebee if: You want handles complex subscription logic like upgrades, downgrades, and prorations automatically and can live with pricing tiers can get expensive as you scale, especially with add-ons.

Use Adyen if: You prioritize single api for online, in-app, and in-store payments over what Chargebee offers.

The Bottom Line

Chargebee wins

Subscription billing that doesn't make you want to pull your hair out when you need to handle a prorated refund.