Lemon Squeezy vs Paddle

Merchant of record meets enterprise mor. Here's our take.

Lemon Squeezy

Nice Pick

Merchant of record. They handle tax so you don't have to.

Pros

• Handles VAT/tax
• Simple setup
• Good for digital products

Cons

• Higher fees
• Less control
• Fewer features

Paddle

Enterprise MoR. Good for SaaS, complex for small projects.

Pros

• Handles everything
• Enterprise-ready
• B2B features

Cons

• High minimums
• Complex
• Less DX focus

The Verdict

Use Lemon Squeezy if: You want handles vat/tax and can live with higher fees.

Use Paddle if: You prioritize handles everything over what Lemon Squeezy offers.

The Bottom Line

Lemon Squeezy wins

Merchant of record. They handle tax so you don't have to.