All Paddle tiers require custom pricing

Use the cost examples below or contact sales for a quote.

Real-World Paddle Cost Examples

Small SaaS ($49/mo plan)

$500

$500 (5%) + $102 (204 × $0.50) = $602/month (6% effective rate)

$10K MRR with 204 transactions/month

Growing SaaS ($99/mo plan)

$5,000

$5,000 (5%) + $505 (1,010 × $0.50) = $5,505/month (5.5% effective rate)

$100K MRR with 1,010 transactions/month

Scale-up ($199/mo plan)

$25,000

$25,000 (5%) + $1,256 (2,513 × $0.50) = $26,256/month (5.25% effective rate)

$500K MRR with 2,513 transactions/month

Enterprise (Custom)

$Custom pricing (typically 3-4.5% + reduced fixed fee) based on volume and deal structure

Custom pricing (typically 3-4.5% + reduced fixed fee) based on volume and deal structure

$2M+ MRR with high volume or lower-priced products

Small SaaS with $10,000 Monthly Revenue

$550

$550/month in Paddle fees (5% base + $0.50 per transaction). Year 1: $6,600 in fees, not including currency conversion or chargeback costs.

100 transactions at $100 each per month

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Mid-Size SaaS with International Customers

$1,500

$1,500 base fees (5% + $0.50 × 500) + estimated $225 currency conversion fees (3% on $7,500 international sales). Year 1: approximately $20,700 in fees.

500 transactions monthly at $50 average, 30% international sales requiring currency conversion

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Growing SaaS — $50,000/month GMV

$~$2,550/month (~$30,600/year) at community-reported 5% + $0.50/transaction rate — Enterprise rates may differ and should be negotiated directly

~$2,550/month (~$30,600/year) at community-reported 5% + $0.50/transaction rate — Enterprise rates may differ and should be negotiated directly

A growing SaaS business processing $50,000/month through Paddle as Merchant of Record, handling international payments and multi-country tax compliance.

Hacker News (seanwilson, 2021-12-10): 'Pricing is 5% + $0.50 per transaction'

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Frequently Asked Questions

01 How accurate is this Paddle pricing calculator?

This calculator uses official Paddle pricing data verified as of 2026-07-07. Hidden cost estimates are based on 8 verified cost categories from real user reports. Actual costs may vary based on negotiated discounts, specific feature requirements, and implementation complexity.

02 What hidden costs should I include in my Paddle budget?

Our calculator includes 1 verified hidden cost categories for Paddle: Billing Relationship Lock-In as Merchant of Record. Toggle each to see how they affect your total cost.

03 Should I choose monthly or annual billing for Paddle?

Compare the published annual total with twelve monthly payments when both are available. An annual commitment may reduce flexibility; confirm cancellation terms and whether the quoted plan fits your needs.

04 How do I know which Paddle tier I need?

Start with your must-have features. Paddle offers 2 tiers ranging from $0 to $8000/month. Entry tiers work for basic needs, while enterprise tiers add advanced security, customization, and support.

05 Can I negotiate Paddle pricing below calculator estimates?

Negotiated pricing depends on the vendor, plan and contract. We do not assume a discount in this estimate. See our negotiation guide for tactics.