Paysafe
6.1#12 in payment tokenization softwareAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitPaysafe vs PayU
What both publish
| Fact | Paysafe | PayU |
|---|---|---|
| Checkout | Paysafe Checkout can be embedded in a website and customized, while securely transmitting payment details to Paysafe for processing. | PayU offers web checkout and mobile app checkout with SDKs, including one-click app payments. |
| Founded | 2018 | 2014 |
| Payment methods | Its Payments API supports cards, bank transfers, cash, crypto, direct debit, vouchers and wallets including Apple Pay, Google Pay, Neteller and Skrill. | The gateway supports 150+ payment modes, including cards, net banking, UPI, wallets, EMI, BNPL and QR. |
| Security | Paysafe reported PCI DSS 4.0.1 certification across all payment card products and audit controls under PCI, SOC-2 and ISAE3402 frameworks. | PayU describes its gateway as PCI-DSS Level 1 certified and an RBI-authorised payment aggregator, with encryption and fraud prevention tools. |
| Support | Merchant support directs customers to platform-specific contact details and a help center for account and technical issues. | PayU’s QR product page says representatives are available around the clock for support. |
Paysafe plans
- BespokePriced on request
- Standard (US/CAD)—
PayU plans
- Pay as you usePriced on request
Pick Paysafe if…
Paysafe may suit businesses seeking a range of payment methods through an API or website checkout, including Shopify and WooCommerce merchants. Its stated focus sectors include e-commerce, gaming, retail, travel and hospitality.
Pick PayU if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.