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Eway
Australian e-commerce
Australia's established payment gateway offering card processing with no setup fees or lock-in contracts. Eway provides free fraud protection and fast settlements, serving Australian and New Zealand e-commerce businesses with straightforward integration options.
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Square
Retail & Restaurants
An all-in-one commerce platform that combines payment processing with point-of-sale hardware and business management tools. Square is particularly popular with retail stores, restaurants, and service businesses that need integrated solutions for payments, inventory, and staff management. Their hardware ecosystem and free baseline tier make it accessible for small businesses to get started quickly.
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Side-by-side feature breakdown
1.5-2.4% + AU$0.30
2.6% + $0.10 (in-person), 2.9% + $0.30 (online)
5 Available
7 Available
7 Supported
13 Supported
Common Ground
Shared Regions
Shared Features
When to Choose Eway
Choose Eway if you need features like Low Fees. With fees of 1.5-2.4% + AU$0.30, it's ideal for businesses focused on australian e-commerce.
When to Choose Square
Choose Square if you need features like Instant Payments or Instant Sandbox, or your business operates in North America or Europe, or you want a broader feature set. With fees of 2.6% + $0.10 (in-person), 2.9% + $0.30 (online), it's ideal for businesses focused on retail & restaurants.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Eway and Square?
Eway is best for australian e-commerce, while Square is best for retail & restaurants. Eway charges 1.5-2.4% + AU$0.30 and Square charges 2.6% + $0.10 (in-person), 2.9% + $0.30 (online). They differ in supported features, regions, and payment methods.
Which is cheaper, Eway or Square?
Eway charges 1.5-2.4% + AU$0.30 while Square charges 2.6% + $0.10 (in-person), 2.9% + $0.30 (online). The best value depends on your transaction volume, business type, and required features. Compare their full fee structures for your specific use case.
Can I use both Eway and Square together?
Yes, many businesses use multiple payment providers for redundancy, regional coverage, or to offer more payment methods. Eway and Square can complement each other depending on your needs.