Build vs LemonSqueezy
Payments for digital products — Should you build, vibe code, or buy?
Our Verdict
🛒 Buy
Simpler than Paddle, great for indie devs.
Pricing
$5-$5/% + 50¢
Founded
2021
HQ
UK
Vibe Time
N/A
What is LemonSqueezy?
LemonSqueezy is a payments for digital products. The company is bootstrapped. With 20+ employees, LemonSqueezy serves teams looking for payments solutions.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Simple setup
- Great UX
- Handles tax
- Good for indie
Weaknesses
- Newer company
- Limited features
- Higher fees
Who Should Use LemonSqueezy?
Best For
- Indie Developers
- Digital Products
- Side Projects
Not Ideal For
- Enterprise
- Complex Needs
Why You Should NOT Build This
LemonSqueezy operates in a domain that typically requires:
- Regulatory compliance and certifications
- Infrastructure that takes years to build
- Partnerships not available to startups
- Scale and reliability guarantees
Instead: Build your business logic on top of LemonSqueezy. Focus engineering effort on what makes your product unique.
Alternatives to LemonSqueezy
Paddle
More established
Gumroad
Similar simplicity
Stripe
More control
The Bottom Line
LemonSqueezy is the right choice for most teams. The engineering effort to build an alternative would cost more than years of subscription fees. Focus your development resources on what makes your product unique.
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