COMPARISON
Stripe is a payments giant — but for crypto-native businesses, a purpose-built solution wins. Here's how Zateway compares.
Try Zateway Free| Feature | Zateway | Stripe |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto-nativeStripe added crypto as an add-on; Zateway is built for it | ||
| Flat 1% feeStripe charges 2.9% + 30¢ for cards, variable for crypto | ||
| Non-custodialFunds go directly to your wallet — Zateway never holds them | ||
| Smart-contract enforced feesFee logic is on-chain, transparent and immutable | ||
| 6 chains supportedSolana, Polygon, Base, BSC, Arbitrum, Optimism | ||
| Stablecoin payments (USDT/USDC)Stripe supports USDC on select chains | ||
| No chargebacksOn-chain payments are final — no dispute risk | ||
| Fiat payoutsStripe converts to fiat; Zateway settles in crypto | ||
| Card paymentsStripe handles cards natively; Zateway is crypto-only | ||
| Webhooks & APIBoth offer robust developer tools |
1% flat vs Stripe's 2.9% + 30¢. On a $100 payment, save $2.20 per transaction.
On-chain payments are irreversible. No disputes, no fraud losses, no chargeback fees.
Funds arrive in your wallet after on-chain confirmation, not days. No holding periods.
Accept payments from anyone with a crypto wallet. No country restrictions, no banking requirements.
3 API calls to go live. Wallet-native checkout, no lengthy buyer onboarding.
Blockchain doesn't sleep. Process payments any time, any day — no bank holidays.
Start accepting crypto payments in under 10 minutes. No setup fees, no monthly charges.