Fees, WordPress integration, and where each one wins — side by side for Stripe and Mollie.
Across 10 criteria, Stripe 1 Mollie 2
Pay-as-you-go processor · European-first processor
Pay-as-you-go processor
Stripe is the de facto standard for developer-friendly payments. Its API-first approach and extensive feature set make it the top choice for startups and scaling businesses. However, merchants handle their own tax compliance and chargeback disputes — significant overhead for digital product sellers.
Best for
Engineering teams who want maximum flexibility.
European-first processor
Mollie excels for European businesses that prioritize local payment methods like iDEAL and SEPA. The domestic fee (1.8%) is attractive for EU merchants, but global sellers will need to weigh the lack of MoR services and currency conversion costs.
Best for
EU merchants who need iDEAL and local payment methods.
Highlighted cells mark the side that's more favorable for a merchant on each row.
Stripe 
Mollie There's no universal answer — the right call depends on your model, technical capacity, and growth plan. Here's a quick decision framework.
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