Apple Pay vs. Opayo by Elavon

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Apple Pay
Score 9.3 out of 10
N/A
Apple Pay is a payment gateway the vendor states gives customers an easy, secure, and private way to pay in stores, within apps, on the web, and in Business Chat.N/A
Opayo by Elavon
Score 9.9 out of 10
N/A
Opayo is the name for the former Sage Pay, an online payment and invoicing solution formerly from Sage, acquired by Elavon in 2019.
$27
per month
Pricing
Apple PayOpayo by Elavon
Editions & Modules
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Flex
$27.00
per month
Plus
$45.00
per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Apple PayOpayo by Elavon
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Apple PayOpayo by Elavon
Considered Both Products
Apple Pay
Chose Apple Pay
Google Pay covers all google users, but Apple Pay works better with iphone users.
Chose Apple Pay
Apple Pay is easier because you don't need to use the app to send or request payments. You can just store card information and use your electronic device to pay. In addition, receipts are automatically generated and stored for easy reimbursement. Venmo generally requires …
Chose Apple Pay
When I had my Android/Samsung phone, I tried Samsung's version of Apple Pay and it was terrible. It was very glitchy, and sometimes I would get a notification that I paid for something when I wasn't even in a checkout screen, like I was just browsing the internet or something …
Chose Apple Pay
Newer, less old framework to worry about. It has the Apple name with it and basically comes ready to use on their devices which is nice for the audience who will be using it.
Chose Apple Pay
Apple is easier to use less work to set up. Easy to integrate and use.
Chose Apple Pay
It's a universal payment platform at this point, and every Apple user can simply donate using the program. Other payment servers take time to set up and type in card numbers, whereas Apple Pay is set up and ready to go.
Chose Apple Pay
Our choice to use Apple Pay was made because of the fast and easy access to funds, it is largely accepted by most vendors and it is a knowingly secure platform for transactions. Making it a trusted and effective resource for our company to utilize. We also found the setup to be …
Chose Apple Pay
Apple Pay and Google Pay are very similar function-wise but vary significantly in design. We chose Apple Pay for its improved security over physical card transactions. Apple pay also provides a much simpler user interface for the customer when processing a transaction, unlike …
Chose Apple Pay
I've used Concur Travel and Expense in the past and I very much liked that expenses were automatically inputted into the Concur reimbursement system. However, when I've used Concur for work, I had a corresponding credit card without Apple Pay -- so I used the credit card …
Chose Apple Pay
More functionality within Apple Pay. Using multiple cards, accessing without opening phone.
Chose Apple Pay
Apple is still superior to other things there. I am not too familiar with android payment systems, so I can't compare that. But I also know our customers prefer PayPal Payments, which does make payments easy, but it isn't as seamless as Apple Pay. Apple Pay is still the best …
Opayo by Elavon
Chose Opayo by Elavon
I've been running the accounting department and office for 10 years. We've used all the different types. We've had the machines where you punch in numbers. We've had the online terminals (which were very time consuming). The only one that did well and was equally impressive was …
Chose Opayo by Elavon
It plays better with Sage 50. It has better associates should you have an issue. It's reasonably priced.
Chose Opayo by Elavon
Sage Pay is the best choice when using Sage accounting software due to the integration. If not using Sage software there are other equally valid options in the marketplace.
Features
Apple PayOpayo by Elavon
Payment Gateways
Comparison of Payment Gateways features of Product A and Product B
Apple Pay
8.3
Ratings
13% above category average
Opayo by Elavon
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Ratings
Fraud Detection8.50 Ratings00 Ratings
API or SDK7.00 Ratings00 Ratings
Recurring Payment Support9.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Billing and Invoicing Support8.90 Ratings00 Ratings
Global Support7.60 Ratings00 Ratings
Payment Form Acceptance9.00 Ratings00 Ratings
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User Ratings
Apple PayOpayo by Elavon
Likelihood to Recommend
9.5
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9.0
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Likelihood to Renew
7.3
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Usability
9.5
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User Testimonials
Apple PayOpayo by Elavon
Likelihood to Recommend
If you accept payments while selling goods and services, Apple Pay can help you speed up the payment process while securely accepting payments. Since there is no need to stick a card into a machine, users won't have to fumble looking for a card when they can put their whole wallet on Apple Pay and check out easily.
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This tool is most usable when used in parallel with Sage's accounting management software, as with other accounting systems it can generate errors, leaving room for other credit card payment processor alternatives to exist and be preferred by other potential users for their overall performance. It is promising the ability to develop transaction reports in summary or detailed form, resulting in a better management of income to then make the distribution of budgets in the company, thus achieving better planning and performance of our work. This service allows the processing of payments through touch screen card devices at POS points of sale without having to be sitting at your laptop, fortunately with face to face payments companies with fixed establishments can get their money faster, which constantly benefits the flow of money.
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Pros
  • The double click which launches it couldn't be easier; you don't even have to open your phone and find the app.
  • It's pretty much fool proof from there, as just holding your phone near the reader is sufficient for success.
  • Haptic feedback ensures that I know the payment registered.
  • I have full faith and confidence that the transaction was executed securely.
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  • The history contained in the reports is perfect.
  • It's very easy to issue credit to a transaction.
  • In 4 years I have not experienced an issue.
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Cons
  • At times, my Apple Pay will pop up unintentionally. Perhaps there can be more safeguards around that.
  • Apple Pay is not super great if I need to make a return. For any return, I've found that paper receipts are superior.
  • Apple Pay sometimes requires very specific positioning when scanning the phone, which is frustrating.
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  • Ideally, the web API would offer the ability to integrate more closely with the onsite Sage software. Payment for web orders must still be posted manually.
  • Improved reporting from with Sage accounting software rather than requiring a separate login.
  • Adding automated reporting of transactions. The ability to email summary reports of transactions would assist in reconciling payment to orders where the processing is done outside the accounting software.
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Likelihood to Renew
It's now a standard.
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Usability
Love the simplicity, i think it's a good way of getting apple-lovers to purchase things from the palm of their hand
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Alternatives Considered
When I had my Android/Samsung phone, I tried Samsung's version of Apple Pay and it was terrible. It was very glitchy, and sometimes I would get a notification that I paid for something when I wasn't even in a checkout screen, like I was just browsing the internet or something and I'd get a notification! It was alarming and I quickly uninstalled the app and never used it again.
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Sage Pay is the best choice when using Sage accounting software due to the integration. If not using Sage software there are other equally valid options in the marketplace.
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Return on Investment
  • Able to provide employees with digital company cards.
  • Convenient tracking of money spent.
  • Caring for others in our workplace and community through gifts and purchases.
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  • Save overall on credit card charges saved us at the very least $500-$1000.00 a month.
  • Being able to send out receipts digitally through the program saved at least another $100.00 on postage a month.
  • The customer support explains everything so you know you really are saving money.
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