Shuttle is used by leading organisations
PayByLink is used in the Netherlands and Belgium to handle local payment methods like iDEAL and Bancontact. But it can be limited outside Europe, costly to expand, and less flexible for fast-growing teams. Shuttle is the modern, global alternative: fast to deploy, scalable, and built for workflows and automation.
Technical Platform
Why Merchants Choose Shuttle Over PayByLink
1. Pricing Without Barriers
Shuttle: Free to get started, Pro $49/user/month, no setup fees.
PayByLink: Setup fee ~€495, monthly €25–€99 per tier.
👉 Shuttle lets you start for free and scale without upfront costs.
2. Global PSP & Method Coverage
Shuttle: Connect 40+ PSPs worldwide (Stripe, Adyen, Worldpay, PayPal, and more).
PayByLink: Strong EU coverage (iDEAL, Bancontact, Giropay), fewer global PSP options.
👉 Shuttle works across regions, so you don’t need to switch solutions when you expand.
3. Link Generator for Speed & Consistency
Shuttle: Create links with pre-defined parameters (invoice number, customer ID, job reference). Faster creation, consistent branding, fewer errors.
PayByLink: Manual link creation or batch upload = more time and potential mistakes.
👉 Shuttle ensures AR teams and agents generate correct, consistent links every time.
4. Flexible Channels & Workflows
Shuttle: Integrates with Zapier, Make, Twilio, WhatsApp, and email/SMS platforms → you control delivery in your existing tools.
PayByLink: Built-in SMS/email/QR senders, but more restrictive.
👉 Shuttle plugs into your workflows and agents, not the other way around.
| Feature | PayByLink | Shuttle |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Fees | ~€495 | $0 |
| Monthly Cost | €25–€99 per month | $49/user (Pro) + txn fees |
| PSP Flexibility | Strong EU focus | 40+ PSPs supported |
| Workflow Integration | Limited | Zapier, Make, Twilio, AWS Connect |
| Link Speed & Consistency | Manual entry | Link Generator (pre-set parameters) |
| Branding | Custom branding | Yes (custom domain at Pro tier) |
| Compliance | PCI DSS | PCI DSS + ISO 27001 + SOC 2 |
Shuttle is built to fit into your existing processes and technology stacks not replace them.
Why Choose Shuttle Over PayByLink?
Faster onboarding → sign up and issue links same day (no enterprise sales cycle).
Affordable scaling → add users at $49/month instead of paying enterprise retainers.
More flexible → works with any workflow, from SMS to WhatsApp to call centres.
Consistent AR → Link Generator ensures every invoice link is accurate, branded, and auditable.
Use Cases
- Hospitality booking: Guests can pay at their convenience via phone or message.
Field services: Agents generate links in seconds, customers pay on the spot.
Professional services & AR teams: Faster collections, less manual chasing.
SaaS & CX platforms: Plug Shuttle payment links into voice, chatbots, or workflow builders.
Who Benefits From Switching?
EU Merchants growing global — Shuttle scales beyond NL/BE to 40+ PSPs worldwide.
Field Service Merchants (e.g. Servpro-style businesses): Faster job-end payments.
AR Teams: Automate collections, reduce errors, track everything in real time.
SaaS Platforms: Offer multi-PSP payment links without building deep integrations.
Shuttle vs PayByLink
Is Shuttle cheaper than PayByLink?
Yes. Shuttle has no setup fee and a clear per-user plan. PayByLink starts with a €495 setup fee.
Can Shuttle support iDEAL and Bancontact?
Yes. Shuttle connects to 40+ PSPs, including those that process iDEAL, Bancontact, Giropay, and other EU local payment methods.
Does Shuttle offer link templates like PayByLink?
Shuttle goes further — with Link Generator you pre-define fields, making every link consistent and error-free.
Is Shuttle secure?
Yes. Shuttle is PCI DSS Level 1, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 certified.
Trusted by Mercedes, Ikano, Nordic Fusion and many others
PCI DSS, ISO 27001, SOC 2 certified.
Used by SaaS vendors, enterprise AR teams and service businesses globally.
The Better PayByLink Alternative
PayByLink is great if you only need EU local payment methods. But for merchants who want to scale globally, reduce manual AR work, and automate payment workflows, Shuttle is the better choice.