Head to head · Subscription billing software
Chargebee vs Razorpay Subscriptions
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Chargebee rates highest.
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| Compare | Chargebee | Razorpay Subscriptions |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Subscription billing software | Subscription billing software |
| Vendor | Chargebee | Razorpay |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Made in India | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | Free plan | Pay as you go |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 2011 | 2014 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Small business, SMB, Mid-market |
| App Advisor rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
Chargebee: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +15 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +One of the top-ranked subscription billing software options in our catalogue
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo
Key features
- Plan and pricing catalogue with add-ons
- Proration, upgrades and downgrades
- Dunning and failed-payment recovery
- Revenue recognition (ASC 606 / Ind AS 115)
- Multi-currency and tax handling
- Customer self-service portal
Razorpay Subscriptions: pros & cons
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +12 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +One of the top-ranked subscription billing software options in our catalogue
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −No permanently free plan
Key features
- Plan and pricing catalogue with add-ons
- Proration, upgrades and downgrades
- Dunning and failed-payment recovery
- Revenue recognition (ASC 606 / Ind AS 115)
- Multi-currency and tax handling
- Customer self-service portal
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Chargebee or Razorpay Subscriptions?+
Chargebee scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.8/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. Chargebee has a free plan, which matters if you want to try before paying. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is Chargebee cheaper than Razorpay Subscriptions?+
Chargebee starts at Free plan and Razorpay Subscriptions at Pay as you go. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from Chargebee to Razorpay Subscriptions?+
Most subscription billing software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.