FastSpring vs Lemon Squeezy: Which is right for you? (1970)
TL;DR
- Choose FastSpring if you need advanced billing (usage, dunning, entitlements).
- Choose Lemon Squeezy if keeping fees low matters most.
- Both work for: saas, license_keys.
FastSpring
5.9% + $0.95 per transaction (or custom rate)
Established MoR for software and SaaS companies. Strong in desktop software, games, and B2B. Higher fees than Paddle but deep feature set.
Lemon Squeezy
5% + $0.50 per transaction. Acquired by Stripe 2024.
Default choice for indie SaaS founders. Tax compliance out of the box, license key management, excellent DX. Acquired by Stripe in 2024.
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Best for
FastSpring is best for SaaS, software, global, B2B, license keys, web. Lemon Squeezy is best for SaaS, indie dev, Digital products, license keys, web, Creators.
FAQ
Is FastSpring better than Lemon Squeezy?
Neither is universally better. FastSpring is the right pick if you need advanced billing (usage, dunning, entitlements); Lemon Squeezy wins if keeping fees low matters most.
Which is cheaper, FastSpring or Lemon Squeezy?
Lemon Squeezy ranks higher on fee competitiveness (4/5). FastSpring pricing: 5.9% + $0.95 per transaction (or custom rate). Lemon Squeezy pricing: 5% + $0.50 per transaction. Acquired by Stripe 2024..
Can I switch from FastSpring to Lemon Squeezy?
Yes — most subscription and billing tools support migration via CSV import or API. Expect to reconfigure webhooks, paywalls, and entitlements. Check both vendors' migration docs before committing.
Does FastSpring handle sales tax?
Yes. FastSpring handles global sales tax and VAT for you.
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