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Best Subscription Billing Tools in 2026

Recurring billing and subscription management

Key Takeaways
  • Chargebee is our overall pick for subscription billing in 2026. RevenueCat is our free pick. Overall pick: Paid pricing not published. Rated 4.4/5 across G2 and Capterra (1,107 ratings, Sep 2026). Free pick: Free plan; paid pricing not published. Rated 4.8/5 across G2 and Capterra (260 ratings, Sep 2026). Watch out: 1% MTR fee after $2.5K threshold.
  • We evaluated 91 subscription billing tools to create this ranking.
  • 3 of the 10 tools listed here have a free plan.
Publications that cover the tools tracked here
  • TechCrunch
  • Bloomberg
  • The Information
  • Fortune
  • The Verge
  • 91 tools evaluated
  • 10 top picks
  • 3 with a free plan

Subscription billing has three tiers: simple (Stripe Billing, Paddle), mid-market (Chargebee, Recurly, Maxio/SaaSOptics), and enterprise (Zuora). The right pick depends on plan complexity, usage-based billing needs, and revenue recognition requirements.

Top 3 subscription billing tools

  1. Chargebee logo

    Chargebee

    #1 Top pick

    Subscription billing and revenue management

    Pricing

    Contact sales

    4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 1,107 ratings, Sep 2026

    Our take

    Best overall

  2. RevenueCat logo

    Simplify in-app subscriptions, manage customer data, and grow revenue across platforms.

    Pricing

    Free plan

    4.8 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 260 ratings, Sep 2026

    Our take

    Best free tier

  3. MemberPress logo

    Sell memberships, courses, and downloads on WordPress

    Starting price

    From $33.25 /mo

    Cheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 2026

    4.7 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 644 ratings, Sep 2026

    Our take

    Most affordable

10 top subscription billing tools compared

Subscription billing tools compared on our take, starting price (cheapest paid plan, monthly, as of November 2026), average user rating with each review site's own score, and the hidden cost to watch for.
Chargebee logo
Chargebee
Best overall Price: Contact sales 4.4 out of 5, from 1,107 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.3
RevenueCat logo
RevenueCat
Best free tier Price: Free + paid 4.8 out of 5, from 260 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.8 · Capterra 4.7 Watch out: 1% MTR fee after $2.5K threshold
MemberPress logo
MemberPress
Most affordable Price: $33.25/mo 4.7 out of 5, from 644 ratings across G2 and Capterra Capterra 4.8 · G2 4.6
Billsby logo
Billsby
Price: $45/mo 4.8 out of 5, from 486 ratings on G2 G2 4.8
GoCardless logo
GoCardless
Price: Contact sales 4.3 out of 5, from 409 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.6 · Capterra 4.0 Watch out: Branding on bank statements: $50/month
TeamUp Fitness logo
TeamUp Fitness
Price: $119/mo 4.6 out of 5, from 515 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.5 · Capterra 4.8
PushPress logo
PushPress
Price: Free + paid 4.8 out of 5, from 383 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.8 · Capterra 4.7 Watch out: Add-on costs for advanced features
Chargify logo
Chargify
Price: Contact sales 4.3 out of 5, from 535 ratings across SourceForge and G2 G2 4.3 · SourceForge 4.3 Watch out: Overage fees for high transaction volumes
GymMaster logo
GymMaster
Price: $89/mo 4.8 out of 5, from 247 ratings across G2 and Capterra Capterra 4.7 · G2 4.9 Watch out: Access control hardware not included
PaySimple logo
PaySimple
Price: $79.95/mo 4.4 out of 5, from 377 ratings across G2 and Capterra Capterra 4.5 · G2 4.3 Watch out: High credit card processing fees (2.90% + $0.30)

Subscription Billing pricing compared

Subscription Billing pricing, as of November 2026
Chargebee Cheapest paid plan: Not published Free plan: No Billing: Not published
RevenueCat Cheapest paid plan: Not published Free plan: Yes (Pro) Billing: Not published
MemberPress Cheapest paid plan: Launch, $33.25/mo (billed yearly) Free plan: No Billing: Billed yearly
Billsby Cheapest paid plan: Core, $45/mo Free plan: Yes Billing: Billed monthly
GoCardless Cheapest paid plan: Not published Free plan: No Billing: Not published
TeamUp Fitness Cheapest paid plan: TeamUp, $119/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly
PushPress Cheapest paid plan: Not published Free plan: Yes Billing: Not published
Chargify Cheapest paid plan: Not published Free plan: No Billing: Not published
GymMaster Cheapest paid plan: FOUNDATION, $89/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly
PaySimple Cheapest paid plan: Standard, $79.95/mo Free plan: No Billing: Billed monthly

Toolradar pricing data, last verified November 2026. Prices are the cheapest paid plan converted to a monthly figure; "Not published" means the vendor publishes no price for a self-serve paid plan. 5 of 10 tools publish a paid price; median cheapest paid plan $79.95/mo.

Toolradar data

The subscription billing tools market in numbers

Toolradar data: Toolradar tracks 91 subscription billing tools as of November 3, 2026. 32% of the subscription billing tools on Toolradar are free, freemium or open source. The median cheapest paid plan for subscription billing tools is $99/mo, across the 24 that publish a price. Toolradar re-checked the pricing of 71% of subscription billing tools in the last 90 days. Toolradar aggregates 11,096 public user reviews (G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites) across 54 rated subscription billing tools. The most cross-shopped subscription billing tool is Recurly, listed as an alternative to 47 other tools on Toolradar. The most compared subscription billing tool on Toolradar over the last 90 days is Paddle, with 323 side-by-side comparisons. Computed from the Toolradar catalog and on-site activity.

  • 91 subscription billing tools tracked
  • 32% are free, freemium or open source
  • $99/mo median cheapest paid plan, across the 24 subscription billing tools that publish one
  • 71% of prices re-checked in the last 90 days
  • 11,096 public user reviews aggregated across 54 rated tools
Most cross-shopped subscription billing tools on Toolradar, as of November 2026 Listed as an alternative to the most other tools on Toolradar
Rank Tool Listed as an alternative to
1 Recurly 47 tools
2 Paddle 43 tools
3 Chargebee 40 tools
Most compared subscription billing tools on Toolradar, last 90 days to November 2026 Side-by-side comparisons by visitors, last 90 days
Rank Tool Comparisons
1 Paddle 323
2 Gumroad 314
3 Patreon 192

Source and method: live subscription billing tools statistics

Subscription Billing leaderboards from Toolradar data

Toolradar ranks Subscription Billing tools on one measure at a time, only where at least 8 tools have data. As of Nov 2026.

CSV download of these Subscription Billing leaderboards, licensed CC BY 4.0

Lowest entry price, plans with no stated unit

Cheapest standard paid plan per month (annual prices divided by 12), read on vendor pages and compared only with tools priced on the same basis.

Counted among 25 tools with no stated price unit, verified price.

Lowest entry price, plans with no stated unit, Subscription Billing tools on Toolradar, as of Nov 2026
# Tool Entry plan
1 PortaOne Telecom Billing $1/mo
2 SaveMRR $19/mo, billed monthly
3 Kinde $25/mo, billed monthly
4 MemberPress $33.25/mo, billed yearly
5 Billing Zero $39/mo, billed monthly

A position exists only when at least 8 tools have data for that metric. 25 of 91 Subscription Billing tools have a verified price; the others publish none we could read (often "contact sales"). Advertising and placement fees are not inputs to any position. Visit counts include visits from every source. How we compute this. Cite this: Toolradar, “Subscription Billing leaderboards”, Nov 2026. Data licensed CC BY 4.0. All Subscription Billing statistics.

How the top subscription billing tools compare

3 of the 10 subscription billing tools listed here have a free plan (RevenueCat, Billsby, PushPress); the other 7 (Chargebee, MemberPress, GoCardless, TeamUp Fitness, Chargify, GymMaster, PaySimple) are paid only. Teams on a budget should start with RevenueCat, our free pick.

Rankings are computed from G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions. Editorial policy

Top subscription billing tools

Order: Toolradar ranking score, which is the public review volume times the average rating on G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites, plus media mentions (recent ones count more). Paid placements are labelled and never change the score. How we rank.

1
Chargebee logo

Chargebee

Paid

Subscription billing and revenue management

4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 1,107 ratings, Sep 2026

Chargebee handles subscription billing complexity so you don't have to build it. Pricing models, trials, upgrades, downgrades, invoicing, taxes-the edge cases that make billing systems nightmares, solved. The revenue recognition and analytics answer finance questions. Dunning automation reduces churn from failed payments. Integrations connect to accounting and CRM. SaaS companies with non-trivial billing needs choose Chargebee over building billing systems, which are always more complex than expected.

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  • Pro: Powerful subscription billing
  • Pro: Revenue recognition
  • Pro: Multi-currency
  • Con: Expensive at scale
  • Con: Complex setup
Good value

Chargebee Billing now has two simple options: $0 a month plus 0.80% of monthly invoicing volume, or $99/month plus 0.65%, with the second cheaper above about $66K a month.

2
RevenueCat logo

RevenueCat

Free plan

Simplify in-app subscriptions, manage customer data, and grow revenue across platforms.

4.8 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 260 ratings, Sep 2026

RevenueCat is a comprehensive platform designed to help app developers build, manage, and grow their in-app subscription businesses across iOS, Android, and the web. It simplifies the complex process of implementing and maintaining in-app purchases by providing a single API for all platforms, automating receipt validation, and handling platform updates. The platform offers a suite of tools for various teams: engineering teams can focus on building features instead of purchase infrastructure; marketing teams gain a single source of truth for subscription data; product teams can easily manage pricing, paywalls, and A/B tests; support teams get a unified view of subscriptions for faster issue resolution; and data teams receive accurate, cross-platform data for informed decision-making. RevenueCat aims to accelerate time-to-market, optimize monetization strategies, and improve customer retention for app businesses of all sizes.

Used RevenueCat? Rate it
RevenueCat screenshot
  • Pro: Significantly reduces engineering time spent on purchase implementation and maintenance.
  • Pro: Provides powerful tools for optimizing monetization and increasing conversion rates.
  • Pro: Offers a single source of truth for subscription data, benefiting multiple teams.
  • Con: Usage-based pricing model might be less predictable for rapidly growing apps.
  • Con: Reliance on a third-party for core monetization infrastructure.
Great value

RevenueCat's 'Pro' tier offers a very generous 'build for free' model, allowing apps to operate without cost until they earn over $2,500 in Monthly Transaction Revenue (MTR).

Watch out

1% MTR fee after $2.5K threshold

3
MemberPress logo

Sell memberships, courses, and downloads on WordPress

4.7 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 644 ratings, Sep 2026

MemberPress is a WordPress membership plugin for selling memberships, courses, and digital downloads. Features content protection and payment integration.

Used MemberPress? Rate it
MemberPress screenshot
  • Pro: Comprehensive suite of features for membership, courses, coaching, and community building within WordPress.
  • Pro: Easy setup and user-friendly interface with tools like ReadyLaunch™ and a Setup Wizard, requiring no coding skills.
  • Pro: Extensive content access control (paywalling) for various content types, including posts, pages, and custom post types.
  • Con: Transaction fees are applied to the lowest-tier plan (Launch), which can reduce profit margins.
  • Con: Some advanced features like the complete Easy Affiliate™ Platform, full API access, and Amazon S3 integration are only available on the highest-tier plan (Scale).
Good value

MemberPress offers a tiered pricing structure that, while initially appearing high, provides significant value for dedicated membership site owners.

4
Billsby logo

Billsby

Free plan

Streamline subscription billing and revenue operations with powerful, customizable software.

4.8 /5 on G2 · 486 ratings, Sep 2026

Billsby is a comprehensive subscription billing software designed to simplify revenue operations for businesses of all sizes. It provides robust tools for managing products, plans, and billing cycles with advanced pricing models, enabling businesses to organize and run their subscription services efficiently. The platform supports multiple payment gateways, allowing for seamless transitions as a business grows without costly migrations, and offers an integrated checkout that can be implemented with minimal code. Billsby caters to startups, small businesses, and enterprises, offering features like automated dunning management, tax compliance, and advanced reporting to provide insights into subscription business performance. It is also developer-friendly, with an API and documentation designed for easy integration and customization. The software aims to help businesses get set up quickly, often within hours, and provides flexible billing options and strong customer support.

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  • Pro: Easy to use with quick setup (can get started in less than 2 hours)
  • Pro: Highly customizable and powerful for various business needs
  • Pro: Excellent customer support
  • Con: Automated tax calculations are an additional charge per transaction on paid plans
  • Con: Live chat support is limited to specific EST hours
Good value

Billsby's pricing is quite fair, offering a robust Free tier for testing and a competitive Core plan at $45/month.

5
GoCardless logo

Collect one-off and recurring payments directly from bank accounts, globally and without card fees.

4.3 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 409 ratings, Sep 2026

GoCardless is a payment solution designed to simplify the collection of both one-off and automated recurring payments. It enables businesses to pull funds directly from customer bank accounts, bypassing traditional card networks and their associated fees. The platform is suitable for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations, operating worldwide. The service helps businesses reduce payment delays, eliminate the need for chasing late payments, and automate administrative processes by providing real-time payment status and seamless integration with accounting systems. It supports various payment models, including subscriptions, memberships, installment payments, and invoicing for services, and offers features like international payments, intelligent retry mechanisms for failed payments, and a customizable customer experience.

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GoCardless screenshot
  • Pro: Eliminates card fees, leading to cost savings.
  • Pro: Reduces payment failures significantly with Success+ (70% recovery rate).
  • Pro: Automates payment collection and reconciliation, saving administrative time.
  • Con: Requires customers to set up a mandate for direct debit.
  • Con: Reliance on bank-to-bank transfers might be slower than instant card payments in some cases.
Good value

GoCardless's pricing, starting at 1% + $0.20 per transaction for the Standard tier, is competitive for direct bank payments, especially given the international capabilities.

Watch out

Branding on bank statements: $50/month

6
TeamUp Fitness logo

Flexible fitness studio registration and management software to strengthen your business.

4.6 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 515 ratings, Sep 2026

TeamUp Fitness is a comprehensive fitness management software designed for gyms, studios, and fitness professionals. It provides a suite of tools to streamline operations, manage schedules, handle memberships, process payments, and enhance the customer experience. The platform is built to support a wide range of business models, from yoga studios and CrossFit gyms to personal training and martial arts centers. TeamUp offers unmatched flexibility, allowing businesses to customize schedules, membership tiers, and offer add-ons like private coaching and workshops. It focuses on creating a best-in-class member experience through personalized content, communication, tailored fitness experiences, and milestone celebrations. For larger organizations and franchises, TeamUp provides enterprise solutions with data-driven reporting, dedicated account management, enhanced security, and tools for managing revenue share across multiple locations. The software also boasts robust integrations with popular marketing and communication tools, and a powerful API for custom solutions.

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TeamUp Fitness screenshot
  • Pro: Highly customizable and flexible to suit diverse fitness business models.
  • Pro: Strong focus on enhancing the customer experience and retention.
  • Pro: Comprehensive feature set for managing all aspects of a fitness business.
  • Con: Pricing model is based on active customers, which might be less predictable for some businesses.
  • Con: Specific pricing details are not immediately transparent on the main product page, requiring an inquiry for larger businesses.
Good value

This pricing structure is best suited for small to medium-sized fitness studios and gyms seeking an all-in-one management solution.

7
PushPress logo

PushPress

Free plan

AI-powered gym management software built by gym owners to streamline operations and boost growth.

4.8 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 383 ratings, Sep 2026

PushPress is a comprehensive gym management software designed by gym owners for fitness businesses and academies. It offers a complete platform to streamline operations, manage clients, automate billing, and grow revenue. The software aims to simplify daily tasks, allowing gym owners and staff to focus more on coaching and member engagement. The platform incorporates AI to enhance efficiency, predict and prevent member churn, deliver personalized experiences, and automate marketing efforts. It provides tools for lead tracking, online sign-ups, retail sales, class scheduling, member check-ins, and performance insights. PushPress is suitable for various fitness businesses including CrossFit, martial arts studios, personal training, yoga, Pilates, and more, aiming to make gym ownership simpler, faster, and more sustainable.

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  • Pro: Built by gym owners, ensuring industry-specific features.
  • Pro: AI integration for advanced automation and insights.
  • Pro: Streamlines many administrative tasks, saving time.
  • Con: No free tier mentioned, suggesting it's a paid-only solution.
Good value

The 'Free' tier is incredibly generous, offering a full suite of features without any cost, which is rare for comprehensive gym management software.

Watch out

Add-on costs for advanced features

8
Chargify logo

Chargify

Paid

Subscription billing for B2B SaaS

4.3 /5 across SourceForge and G2 · 535 ratings, Sep 2026

Chargify (now Maxio) is a subscription billing and revenue management platform designed for B2B SaaS companies. Handles recurring billing, revenue recognition, and financial operations.

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Chargify screenshot
  • Pro: SaaS-focused
  • Pro: Good revenue tools
  • Pro: Flexible billing
  • Con: Can be expensive
  • Con: Learning curve
Good value

It's best suited for growing and enterprise-level B2B SaaS businesses.

Watch out

Overage fees for high transaction volumes

9
GymMaster logo

GymMaster

Paid

Comprehensive gym and health club management software for member tracking, bookings, sales, and communication.

4.8 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 247 ratings, Sep 2026

GymMaster is an all-in-one gym and health club management software designed to streamline operations for facilities of all sizes. It enables businesses to maintain detailed records of members and their memberships, manage class and trainer bookings, process and track sales, and communicate effectively with members through mass messaging. The software offers a full suite of features including a gym booking system, point of sale, website integration, billing integration, and a dedicated mobile app for both staff and members. It also provides online booking capabilities for clients and 24/7 door access control, helping gyms run more efficiently and enhance the member experience. Recent additions include AI-generated communications for marketing and retention, and a lead management system to boost sign-ups.

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  • Pro: Comprehensive all-in-one solution for gym management.
  • Pro: Includes advanced features like 24/7 access control and AI communications.
  • Pro: Mobile apps for both staff and members enhance engagement and convenience.
  • Con: Requires a paid OpenAI account for AI gym template writing assistant.
  • Con: Pricing is based on the number of current members, which could increase costs with growth.
Good value

GymMaster's pricing is fair, especially for smaller gyms, with the FOUNDATION tier at $89/month offering a robust feature set for up to 100 members.

Watch out

Access control hardware not included

10
PaySimple logo

PaySimple

Paid

All-in-one payment processing and business management for service-based businesses.

4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 377 ratings, Sep 2026

PaySimple provides an integrated payment solution designed for service-based businesses to accept payments, automate billing, and reconcile deposits. It offers a comprehensive platform that allows businesses to manage customer payments, cash flow, and business insights directly within their existing software through powerful APIs, SDKs, and integration tools. The platform is PCI-compliant and aims to simplify payment collection and management for various industries. The solution supports accepting all major credit cards, debit cards, and ACH payments, with flexibility for one-time payments, recurring schedules, and payment plans. Businesses can process payments in person, in the field via native or mobile apps, online with embedded buttons or forms, and through back-office key entry. PaySimple also offers dedicated support, personalized training for customer-facing teams, and go-to-market engagement to help partners launch and scale their payment programs, focusing on increasing customer stickiness, reducing churn, and expanding revenue streams. PaySimple caters specifically to the unique needs of the service economy, including home and field services, healthcare, and fitness & wellness sectors. Since 2006, it has helped over 22,000 business owners streamline operations, sell more online, and market to their customer base, providing a state-of-the-art cloud-based payment management solution.

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PaySimple screenshot
  • Pro: All-in-one solution for payments and business management.
  • Pro: Specifically designed for the unique needs of service-based businesses.
  • Pro: Offers robust integration tools (API, SDK) for seamless embedding.
  • Con: Primarily focused on integrated payments, which might not be suitable for businesses looking for a standalone payment gateway without integration needs.
Fair value

PaySimple's Standard tier at $79.95/month, coupled with high transaction fees (2.90% + $0.30 for credit cards, 1.00% + $0.30 for ACH), is quite expensive for businesses with moderate transaction volumes.

Watch out

High credit card processing fees (2.90% + $0.30)

Why other subscription billing tools didn't make our top 10

We evaluated 91 tools in this category and these 20 ranked 11 through 30. They're solid options that fell short on one or two axes (review depth, pricing transparency, feature parity), but worth a look if the leaders don't fit your stack or budget.

Buy Me a Coffee logo
Buy Me a Coffee
Get paid for your work with simple donations and subscriptions
Zen Planner logo
Zen Planner
All-in-one fitness business management and billing software for thriving studios and gyms.
Paddle logo
Paddle
Payments infrastructure for SaaS
Gymdesk logo
Gymdesk
Streamline gym operations, manage members, and automate billing for martial arts schools and fitness centers.
Zenskar logo
Zenskar
AI-native order-to-cash automation for any pricing model and scale.
Recurly logo
Recurly
Automate exceptional digital subscription experiences to grow recurring revenue and improve retention.
PayKickstart logo
PayKickstart
Subscription billing and shopping cart
ProfitWell logo
ProfitWell
Automate payments, tax, and compliance to accelerate your SaaS and app growth.
ChartMogul logo
ChartMogul
Gain clarity on SaaS growth with comprehensive subscription analytics and revenue operations.
MemberSpace logo
MemberSpace
Add memberships to any website
Zuora logo
Zuora
Subscription management and billing platform
Ordway Labs logo
Ordway Labs
Automate subscription billing, revenue recognition, and financial reporting for modern business models.
Stripe Billing logo
Stripe Billing
Manage recurring payments and subscriptions with flexible billing models and automated revenue workflows.
Stax Bill logo
Stax Bill
Automate recurring billing, subscription management, and revenue recognition for maximum growth.
PortaOne Telecom Billing logo
PortaOne Telecom Billing
Leading UCaaS and billing platform for telecom service providers and MVNOs.
Baremetrics logo
Baremetrics
Subscription analytics, dunning management, and customer insights for SaaS businesses.
Recharge logo
Recharge
The world's leading subscription platform for e-commerce, powering recurring payments and customer retention.
Patreon logo
Patreon
Build membership income with established creator patronage
LogiSense logo
LogiSense
Measure and monetize any product or service with flexible, usage-based billing.
2Checkout logo
2Checkout
Monetize your digital goods and services globally with a complete commerce platform.

Popular subscription billing comparisons

See how the leading subscription billing tools stack up head-to-head.

Compare all 91 subscription billing tools side by side

Pricing breakdowns for subscription billing tools

Real plans and the hidden costs for each tool.

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91 tools
SendOwl logo
SendOwl
Sell digital products, subscriptions, and memberships simply, securely, and reliably.
Paid · Web
Amdocs Billing logo
Amdocs Billing
Monetize services and manage customer relationships with a comprehensive billing solution.
Free plan
Billwerk+ logo
Billwerk+
Automate recurring billing, optimize payments, and gain revenue insights for subscription-based businesses.
Paid · Web
Memberful logo
Memberful
Membership software for creators
Paid · Web
Younium logo
Younium
AI-powered subscription management and billing for B2B recurring revenue businesses.
Paid · Web
Apphud logo
Apphud
Skyrocket your app growth with a revenue data suite for iOS and Android in-app subscriptions.
Free plan · iOS, Android, Web
Xüdle logo
Xüdle
Modern commerce platform built specifically for wineries to drive direct-to-consumer sales.
Paid · Web
Outseta logo
Outseta
All-in-one business platform for startups
Paid · Web
Gumroad logo
Gumroad
Sell digital products directly to fans, no upfront costs
Pay per use · Web
Wellyx logo
Wellyx
All-in-one gym management software for streamlined operations and revenue growth.
Paid · Web
ProsperStack logo
ProsperStack
Boost retention, slash churn, and accelerate growth for subscription businesses.
Paid · Web
Togai logo
Togai
The comprehensive billing infrastructure for complex usage-based pricing models.
Free plan · Web
Lago logo
Lago
Open-source billing infrastructure for usage-based monetization at scale.
Paid · Web
Bold Commerce logo
Bold Commerce
Unlock revenue potential and maximize customer lifetime value for Shopify stores with powerful apps.
Free plan · Web
BillingPlatform logo
BillingPlatform
Automate enterprise-grade revenue lifecycle processes for modern monetization.
Paid · Web
Orb logo
Orb
Turn pricing complexity into precision performance with a unified revenue design platform.
Paid · Web
Lemon Squeezy logo
Lemon Squeezy
Sell digital products and SaaS globally, we handle the rest
Paid · Web
Churn Buster logo
Churn Buster
Reduce passive and active churn for subscription businesses with expert-guided retention strategies.
Paid · Web
Schematic logo
Schematic
Implement any pricing model without code changes, empowering GTM teams to control monetization.
Free plan · Web
Aria Systems logo
Aria Systems
AI-powered SaaS billing automation for complex usage and subscription business models.
Paid · Web
Stigg logo
Stigg
The first scalable monetization platform for modern billing stacks, enabling flexible pricing and entitlements.
Free plan · Web
Opencell BSS logo
Opencell BSS
Flexible quote-to-cash solution to transform business models and automate billing.
Paid · Web
Metronome logo
Metronome
The monetization operating model for real-time usage-based billing and revenue growth.
Free plan · Web
VineSpring logo
VineSpring
E-commerce and club management platform for wineries and craft beverage producers.
Free plan

Showing the top 24 of 91. Filter to narrow down.

In-depth: why these tools made the cut

Chargebee logo

Chargebee covers most SaaS billing complexity (plans, add-ons, coupons, dunning, tax, integration with QuickBooks/NetSuite/HubSpot) at SMB-friendly pricing. For most B2B SaaS past Stripe Billing's limits, Chargebee is rational.

For enterprise needs (multi-entity, complex revenue recognition, contract management), Zuora is more capable. Most SaaS teams never need that complexity.

How to choose subscription billing software

  1. Match tool to billing complexity

    Simple flat/tiered subscriptions: Stripe Billing. Mixed flat+usage billing: Chargebee, Recurly. Complex usage-based with metering: Metronome, Orb. Enterprise multi-product + rev rec: Zuora. Don't over-buy capability you won't use.

  2. Audit dunning and churn handling

    Failed payment recovery matters. Tools with smart dunning (Chargebee, Recurly) recover 5-15% of failed payments. Stripe's default dunning is competent; specialist tools go deeper.

  3. Plan for revenue recognition

    Multi-period contracts need ASC 606 rev rec. Maxio (formerly SaaSOptics + Chargify) is the standard tool. Zuora handles this natively. Stripe doesn't, you'd export to accounting separately.

Honorable mentions

Tools that didn't crack the headline list but deserve a look depending on what you optimize for.

  • Stripe logo
    Stripe Best starting point, Stripe Billing

    Stripe Billing covers most early-stage SaaS subscription needs without a separate vendor. Outgrow it later if you need Chargebee-tier complexity.

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How we ranked these subscription billing tools

We rank by real-world signal: G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions (volume and recency). Pricing is re-checked and the ranking refreshed monthly.

Tools evaluated
91
With free plan
29%
Last updated
November 2026

Toolradar Research

The data behind subscription billing tools

First-party analyses built from our full catalog, methodology published.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best subscription billing tool in 2026?

Based on our analysis of 91 subscription billing tools, Chargebee is our overall subscription billing pick. The next tools on the list are RevenueCat, MemberPress, Billsby. Rankings use G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions.

What are the top 3 subscription billing tools?

The top 3 subscription billing tools in 2026, ranked by Toolradar, are: 1) Chargebee, Subscription billing and revenue management. 2) RevenueCat, Simplify in-app subscriptions, manage customer data, and grow revenue across platforms. 3) MemberPress, Sell memberships, courses, and downloads on WordPress.

Are there free subscription billing tools?

Yes. RevenueCat is our free subscription billing pick (free plan alongside paid plans). 3 of the 10 tools on this page have a free plan. Among the 91 subscription billing tools we rank, 26 have a free plan.

How do I choose the right subscription billing tool?

Start by defining your team size, budget, and must-have features. Chargebee is our overall subscription billing pick. RevenueCat is our free subscription billing pick. Compare all 91 options side by side on Toolradar.

Cite this page: Toolradar, "Best Subscription Billing Tools in 2026", updated November 2026, https://toolradar.com/best/subscription-billing

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