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WeChat Pay
Chinese Social Commerce
The payment arm of China's dominant super-app WeChat, with over 900 million active users. WeChat Pay is deeply integrated into Chinese daily life, enabling QR code payments, in-app purchases, and social commerce features. Critical for merchants targeting Chinese consumers, whether through e-commerce, travel, or in-store purchases.
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Alipay
Chinese Consumers
China's largest digital payment platform, now part of Ant International's global Antom platform. Alipay connects merchants to over 1.6 billion consumers across Asia through its Alipay+ ecosystem, offering QR code payments, in-app purchases, and cross-border transactions. Essential for any business looking to reach Chinese consumers both domestically and as tourists abroad.
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Side-by-side feature breakdown
0.6%
0.55-0.6%
6 Available
7 Available
4 Supported
6 Supported
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between WeChat Pay and Alipay?
WeChat Pay is best for chinese social commerce, while Alipay is best for chinese consumers. WeChat Pay charges 0.6% and Alipay charges 0.55-0.6%. They differ in supported features, regions, and payment methods.
Which is cheaper, WeChat Pay or Alipay?
WeChat Pay charges 0.6% while Alipay charges 0.55-0.6%. 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 WeChat Pay and Alipay together?
Yes, many businesses use multiple payment providers for redundancy, regional coverage, or to offer more payment methods. WeChat Pay and Alipay can complement each other depending on your needs.