OpenACH vs Stripe ACH Direct Debit
OpenACH
openach.com
Stripe ACH Direct Debit
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| Figure | OpenACH | Stripe ACH Direct Debit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Spec score · ACH Payment Processing Software | 8.5 (#2) | 7.1 (#18) |
| Support | OpenACH says users can contact its team for both basic and technical questions and hosted setup assistance. | Stripe provides product support through its support site and offers separate managed support plans. |
| What it does | OpenACH is a web-based ACH origination and payment-processing platform that can use a bank selected by the customer. | Accepts reusable payments from customers’ US bank accounts through ACH Direct Debit. |
Plans
OpenACH
- OpenACH open-source softwareFree
- OpenACH open-source softwareFree
- OEM Commercial LicensePriced on request
Stripe ACH Direct Debit
- ACH Direct Debit — standard settlement timing$0.80, paid once
- ACH Direct Debit — faster settlement$1.20, paid once
In their own words
Stripe ACH Direct Debit
Stripe ACH Direct Debit lets businesses collect reusable payments from customers’ US bank accounts through Stripe’s API and web checkout tools. It is described as suitable for large or recurring transactions. Customers must be in the US, transactions use USD, and the minimum is 0.50 USD. Standard settlement is $0.80 transaction, capped at 5.00 USD, with settlement four business days after payment creation. Faster settlement costs $1.20 for eligible US users and settles in two business days. Confirmation can take up to four business days. Bank details can be verified through Financial Connections or hosted microdeposits. Checkout, Payment Links, embedded forms, and Payment Element are supported; Express Checkout Element and in-app payments are not. Payments require a mandate, can fail or be disputed, and ACH disputes are final. Full refunds are supported within 180 days; partial refunds are not.