Braintree
braintreegateway.com ↗
Paid · 2.59% + $0.49 per transaction for cards; custom pricing available
Best for: Online businesses needing flexible payment processing with PayPal integration
Overview
Braintree is a payment gateway owned by PayPal that enables businesses to accept online and mobile payments. It supports credit cards, PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other digital wallets through a single integration. The platform provides developer-friendly APIs and SDKs for building custom checkout experiences.
Key features
- Multiple payment method support
- Recurring billing and subscriptions
- Fraud protection tools
- Vault for secure tokenization
- Mobile SDK for iOS and Android
- PayPal and Venmo integration
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Developer-friendly API documentation
- No monthly fees or setup costs
- Built-in fraud detection
- Seamless PayPal integration
- Strong mobile support
Cons
- Higher per-transaction fees than competitors
- Limited customization for hosted checkout
- Support can be slow
- Complex dispute resolution process
Aydın Nasuh Editor
Braintree is a PayPal company (acquired 2013), aimed at developers and larger merchants, while PayPal's core product serves a broader audience.