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Payment & Checkout

Discover the top payment & checkout apps used by successful Shopify stores. Compare features, pricing, and see real usage data.

Apps in Category

4

Total Detections

1,467+

4 Apps in Payment & Checkout

#1
Shop Pay

Shop Pay

Market Leader

Shopify's accelerated checkout with installments

One-tap checkoutSaved payment infoShop Pay InstallmentsCarbon-neutral shippingPackage tracking+3 more
#2
Afterpay

Afterpay

Buy now, pay later payment solution

4 interest-free paymentsInstant approvalNo hidden fees for customersMarketing assetsFraud protection+3 more
#3
Klarna

Klarna

Global buy now, pay later payment solution

Pay in 4 installmentsPay in 30 daysFinancing plans150M+ global usersOn-site messaging+3 more
#4
Route

Route

Package protection and visual order tracking

Package protectionVisual order trackingInstant claim resolutionCarbon neutral shippingCustomer self-service+3 more

Payment & Checkout Buyer's Guide

Side-by-side comparison of top apps

Updated Feb 2026

Feature Comparison

AppRatingStoresPricingFree Plan
Shop Pay
Shop Pay#1
4.41,212+Free
Afterpay
Afterpay
4.4137+Free
Klarna
Klarna
4.4117+Free

Market Share

Shop Pay
Shop Pay
83%
Afterpay
Afterpay
9%
Klarna
Klarna
8%
Route
Route
0%

Our Recommendation

For payment & checkout, we recommend Shop Pay as the top choice. With 1,212+ stores using it and features like One-tap checkout, Saved payment info, Shop Pay Installments, it offers the best combination of functionality and market adoption for most Shopify stores.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about payment & checkout apps

What is the best payment & checkout app for Shopify?

Shop Pay is the most popular payment & checkout app on Shopify with 1,212+ stores using it. Key features include One-tap checkout, Saved payment info, Shop Pay Installments.

Is Shop Pay free?

Yes, Shop Pay has a free plan. Free (built into Shopify). Paid plans add more features as your store grows.

How do I choose a payment & checkout app?

When choosing a payment & checkout app, consider: 1) Your store size and budget, 2) Required features like One-tap checkout and Saved payment info, 3) Integration with your existing apps (like Klaviyo or Intercom), and 4) Scalability as your store grows.

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