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# Compare Stax vs ProPay

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> Detailed comparison between Stax and ProPay. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Stax | ProPay |
| **Overall rating** | 4.0/5 | 4.4/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 117 | 26 |
| **Starting Price** | US$99,00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | No | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Documentation |

## Best for

### Stax

Smalls Business Owners &#10;Franchises &#10;Chains &#10;Restaurants &#10;Bars &#10;Retail Stores &#10;E-commerce&#10;Professional Services &#10;Legal &#10;Hotels/Hospitality&#10;Healthcare&#10;Salon and Spa&#10;Health and Fitness

### ProPay

ProPay is used by merchants, mobile vendors, online retailers, e-commerce businesses, donation collectors, and service providers.

## Key features

### Stax

- ACH Payment Processing
- API
- Credit Card Management
- Credit Card Processing
- Customizable Invoices
- Customizable Reports
- Data Synchronization
- Discount Management
- Electronic Signature
- Invoice Management
- Mobile Access
- Mobile Card Reader
- Mobile Payments
- Online Invoicing
- Payment Links
- Real-Time Data
- Real-Time Reporting
- Receipt Management
- Third-Party Integrations
- Transaction Monitoring

### ProPay

- ACH Payment Processing
- Credit Card Management
- Credit Card Processing
- Data Synchronization
- Electronic Signature
- Invoice Management
- Mobile Access
- Mobile Card Reader
- Mobile Payments
- Payment Links
- Real-Time Reporting
- Receipt Management
- Third-Party Integrations
- Transaction Monitoring

## Links

- [View Stax Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/157492/fattmerchant-payments-online)
- [View ProPay Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/171164/propay-mobile-app)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/157492/171164/fattmerchant-payments-online/vs/propay-mobile-app)

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