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Authorize.net vs Nickel

Authorize.net

6.8#4 in ach payment processing software$25 usage-based

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Nickel

6.1#12 in ach payment processing softwareFrom $35 a month

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Authorize.net plans

All-in-one$25 a month
Gateway only$25 a month
Gateway + eCheck$25 a month

Nickel plans

Nickel CoreFree
Nickel Plus$35 a month
Nickel Pro$300 a month
EnterprisePriced on request

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You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.

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Nickel suits businesses looking for ACH payment capabilities, payment pages, or API and webhook access. Its plan range includes a free option for small transaction volume and higher transaction limits and user allowances on paid plans.

Charts they share

ACH Payment Processing Software