Stripe vs Lemon Squeezy

The gold standard meets merchant of record. Here's our take.

Stripe

Nice Pick Dev

The gold standard. Just use Stripe unless you have a reason not to.

Pros

• Best DX
• Great docs
• Reliable
• All payment types

Cons

• 2.9% + 30¢
• Complex for simple needs
• Account holds

Lemon Squeezy

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

The Verdict

Use Stripe if: You want best dx and can live with 2.9% + 30¢.

Use Lemon Squeezy if: You prioritize handles vat/tax over what Stripe offers.

The Bottom Line

Stripe wins

The gold standard. Just use Stripe unless you have a reason not to.