Payment processor comparison: what to compare before choosing a provider
Last updated 21 September 2026
What to compare across processors and providers, and which of those dimensions Payment Market Radar actually observes.
Explore providers
- Stripe — Global PSP / payments platform
- Adyen — Enterprise PSP / acquiring
- Checkout.com — Global PSP / enterprise payments
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Frequently asked questions
Is a payment processor the same as a payment provider?
In everyday usage, “payment provider” is a broad label. A processor typically handles authorization and settlement with card networks or local schemes. Gateways, acquirers, and orchestration layers may sit around that. Compare the actual functions you need rather than the marketing noun.
Does Payment Market Radar rank the best processor?
No. The radar records evidenced capability changes from public documentation. Side-by-side pages describe differences in observed facts; they do not pick a winner or publish affiliate scores.
Can I compare pricing here?
Not from radar data. Fee schedules are not collected. Use this site for methods, markets, integrations, APIs, and documented changes, then confirm pricing with each provider.
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