When you’re collecting payments online, choosing the right payment provider can have a big impact on your customers’ checkout experience and how you manage your funds.
Payable Apps integrates with trusted payment providers to help you securely collect payments through Google Forms and Google Sheets. For most users, the three primary options are Stripe, Square, and PayPal.
Here’s a quick overview of each provider to help you decide which one best fits your needs.
Stripe
Stripe is one of the most popular payment platforms for online businesses and organizations.
With Stripe and Payable Apps, you can accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and a wide variety of regional payment methods including Klarna, Afterpay, Bancontact, and SEPA.
Benefits
- Excellent online checkout experience
- Broad international support
- Large selection of payment methods
- Automatic customer receipts
- Automated bank payouts
Best for
Businesses and organizations looking for flexibility, international reach, and a wide range of payment options.
Square
Square is a great choice for businesses that collect payments both online and in person.
In addition to online payments through Payable Apps, Square offers card readers and point-of-sale solutions that allow businesses to manage all of their transactions from a single platform.
Benefits
- Supports both online and in-person payments
- Unified reporting across sales channels
- Multiple business locations under one account
- Automated bank payouts
Things to Consider
Square is currently available in a limited number of countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
Best for
Retail businesses, event vendors, and organizations that need to accept both online and in-person payments.
PayPal
PayPal remains one of the most trusted and recognized payment brands worldwide.
With PayPal and Payable Apps, you can accept payments through PayPal accounts, credit and debit cards, Venmo, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal’s Buy Now, Pay Later options.
Benefits
- Strong customer trust and brand recognition
- Fast account setup
- Automatic customer receipts
- Customers can pay using their PayPal account
Things to Consider
PayPal funds must typically be transferred manually to your bank account.
PayPal also offers two checkout experiences:
- PayPal Standard – Designed primarily for customers paying with their PayPal account.
- PayPal Commerce – Allows customers to pay directly with a credit or debit card, even without a PayPal account.
Best for
Individuals, clubs, nonprofits, and businesses that want a familiar and trusted checkout experience.
Which Provider Is Right for You?
The best payment provider depends on your location, the payment methods you want to offer, and how you run your business.
- Choose Stripe for flexibility, international support, and extensive payment options.
- Choose Square if you sell both online and in person.
- Choose PayPal if customer familiarity and quick setup are your priorities.
No matter which provider you choose, Payable Apps makes it easy to securely collect payments through Google Forms and Google Sheets.
Ready to get started? Explore our payment integrations and start accepting payments today.