--- description: Get detailed information about PayPal usability, features, price, benefits and disadvantages from verified user experiences. Read reviews and discover similar tools on Capterra United Arab Emirates. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: PayPal Price, Reviews & Ratings - Capterra United Arab Emirates 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Payment Processing Software](/directory/30232/payment-processing/software) > [PayPal](/software/179251/paypal) # PayPal Canonical: https://www.capterra.ae/software/179251/paypal Page: 1 / 1069\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ae/software/179251/paypal?page=2) > From payments to credit to fraud protection, PayPal helps businesses streamline payment processing and chargeback management. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 26682 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses PayPal? PayPal caters to small business, eCommerce platforms, marketplace, enterprises, or developers and offers payment processing solutions. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 26682 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: PayPal - **Location**: San Jose, US - **Founded**: 1998 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: $0.29 - **Pricing model**: Other (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Pricing is based per transaction. 2.5% + Fixed fee ( $0.041) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian - **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - ACH Payment Processing - Accounting Software - Activity Dashboard - Alerts/Notifications - Barcode/Ticket Scanning - Billing & Invoicing - CRM Software - Cash Management - Compliance Management - Contact Database - Customizable Dashboard - Customizable Invoices - Data Import/Export - Data Visualization Software - Debit/Credit Card Processing - Electronic Payments - Financial Analysis - Financial Management Software - Financial Reporting Software - In-Person Payments - Inventory Management Software - Invoice Management - Invoice Processing - Mobile Access - Mobile Payments - Multi-Currency - Multi-Period Recurring Billing - Multiple Payment Options - Order Management Software - PCI Compliance Software - Payment Fraud Prevention - Payment Gateway Integration - Payment Processing Software - Performance Management - Promotions Management - Real-Time Data - Real-time Alerts - Recurring/Subscription Billing - Refund Management - Reminders - Reporting/Analytics - Risk Analysis - Risk Management Software - Sales Reports - Search/Filter - Shipping Labels - Shipping Management - Transaction Monitoring - eCommerce Management ## Integrations (54 total) - 123FormBuilder - 17hats - Acuity Scheduling - AthletaDesk - BetterUnite - BigCommerce - Cash App - ChargePay - Chargebee - Cognito Forms - Constant Contact - Donorbox - Ecwid - Formsite - Fundraise Up ... and 39 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base Software - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Payment Processing Software](https://www.capterra.ae/directory/30232/payment-processing/software) ## Related Categories - [Payment Processing Software](https://www.capterra.ae/directory/30232/payment-processing/software) - [Financial Fraud Detection Software](https://www.capterra.ae/directory/10058/financial-fraud-detection/software) - [Retail Management Systems Software](https://www.capterra.ae/directory/20053/retail-management-systems/software) - [Recurring Billing Software](https://www.capterra.ae/directory/30927/recurring-billing/software) - [Reporting Software](https://www.capterra.ae/directory/30053/reporting/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Not having to dig out a physical card, type in a 16-digit number, and manually enter a shipping address every time you buy from a new site is a massive time-saver. You just log in, confirm, and you're done. 2. Robust Buyer Protection - For many, the peace of mind is unmatched. If an item you bought never arrives, or shows up completely different from what was advertised, PayPal’s Purchase Protection program is highly reliable for getting your money refunded. It adds a powerful layer of leverage when dealing with unfamiliar online merchants. 3. High-Tier Information Security -When you pay through PayPal, the merchant never actually sees your credit card or bank details. PayPal acts as a secure buffer. If a storefront you bought from suffers a data breach later on, your actual banking details remain completely safe and unexposed. > > **Cons**: While PayPal is incredibly convenient, it is far from perfect. If you ask users and merchants what frustrates them most, a few major pain points consistently stand out: 1. High and Complex Fee Structure For casual buyers, PayPal is mostly free, but for sellers, freelancers, and international users, the fees can be brutal. Seller Fees: Standard domestic transaction fees eat a significant chunk of your revenue. Cross-Border Fees: If you receive money from another country, you get hit with extra international transaction fees. Currency Conversion Markup: PayPal’s exchange rates are notoriously unfavorable compared to mid-market rates, meaning you lose a hidden percentage just converting currency. > > 1\. The Checkout Experience: Flawless For day-to-day shopping, the experience is nearly perfect. The "One-Click" Habit: When you see the yellow PayPal button on a checkout page, there is a physical sense of relief. You don't have to get up to find your wallet, and you don't have to trust a random online boutique with your raw credit card number. The Shield Effect: Knowing that if a package gets lost or a seller ghosts you, PayPal will step in and actually fight for your refund is a safety net that makes online shopping significantly less stressful. 2. The App \& Interface: Functional but Boring Using PayPal's actual platform (rather than just its checkout button) is where the shine starts to wear off. A "Utility" Vibe: Unlike modern, sleek fintech apps (like Cash App or Revolut) that feel fast and social, PayPal feels like software built by a bank. It is dense, a bit cluttered, and clearly trying to balance too many features at once—from crypto trading to savings accounts and rewards. Dispute Drama: If you ever have to actually file a dispute, the interface becomes incredibly clinical and bureaucratic. It gets the job done, but it feels like filing taxes rather than resolving a quick consumer issue. 3. The Business/Freelance Experience: High-Stress If you transition from a casual buyer to a seller or freelancer, the "relationship" with PayPal changes entirely. It shifts from a helpful helper to a strict, unpredictable supervisor. The Fee Tax: Watching $10 to $50 vanish from every major invoice feels painful, especially when competitors offer cheaper bank-to-bank transfers. The "Will They Freeze It?" Anxiety: There is a persistent, low-level anxiety when holding a large balance in PayPal. Because their automated fraud systems are notoriously aggressive, there is always a fear that a sudden, legitimate transfer will lock up your funds for months with very little human avenue for appeal. The Verdict: Can't Live With It, Can't Live Without It Ultimately, PayPal is an indispensable utility. Even when you find yourself annoyed by its high transaction fees or outdated web layout, you don't delete your account. You keep it because the rest of the world uses it, because it keeps your financial data safe, and because, at the end of the day, it just works. ----- ### "PayPal for personal use" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *26 April 2026* | Apparel & Fashion | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Expense management is easy since they have extensive report of all transactions to allow you to revist if need be > > **Cons**: There should be an option for QR code to simplify details sharing for corporates who need to pay an individual which gives robust paper trail > > Its simple and great in integration to other banks or cards enabling easy management of account and instant switching ----- ### "Easy and Convenient Payment Solution for Businesses" — 5.0/5 > **Sadia** | *18 September 2026* | Oil & Energy | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to start and generally no subscription is required for basic use; convenient for online payments and transfers. Invoicing and payment tracking is great and even the data for invoicing and transaction history can be downloaded easily. > > **Cons**: Sometimes there are payment holds, verification issues, delayed transactions, or occasional technical problems, which can be fixed if the customer service has quick resolution. > > PayPal is particularly convenient for online payments, invoicing, and straightforward transaction management where you can do transactions in a safer way and can manage expenses easily. ----- ### "Secure and easy to use, though customer support could be better" — 5.0/5 > **naveed** | *24 July 2026* | Accounting Software | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: I really like how seamless and secure it is to send and receive payments plus setting up invoices for clients takes just a few minutes. > > **Cons**: Sometimes payments get held or delayed unexpectedly for security reviews, which can slow down cash flow when dealing with tight deadlines. > > My experience has been mostly positive. It streamlines getting paid by clients and managing digital invoices effortlessly. Aside from occasional holds on payments, it provides a secure and efficient ecosystem for business use. ----- ### "Simple and Convenient for Online Payments" — 5.0/5 > **muhammed** | *20 September 2026* | Computer & Network Security | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: PayPal is easy to use, fast, and convenient for sending and receiving payments. I also like that it provides a simple way to manage transactions securely. > > **Cons**: Transaction fees can sometimes be high, and occasional account verification steps can be a little inconvenient. ----- Page: 1 / 1069\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.ae/software/179251/paypal?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.ae/software/179251/paypal) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data