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Adyen vs GlossGenius

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Enterprise payments platform.

All-in-one for beauty pros.

The verdict

Both Adyen and GlossGenius are credible payment processing tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Adyen — Enterprise payments platform.

Choose GlossGenius if you'd rather have a lower starting price (from $24/mo), a longer free trial (14 days) and a higher overall rating (4.7/5). All-in-one for beauty pros.

Adyen vs GlossGenius: side by side

DimensionAdyenGlossGenius
Starting priceCustomFrom $24/moWinner
Free planNoNo
Free trial14 daysWinner
Pricing modelUsage-basedSubscription
Best forEnterpriseBeauty Pros, Solo Stylists
PlatformsWeb, ApiWeb, Ios, Android
Rating4.4/54.7/5Winner

Adyen key facts

Vendor
Adyen
Pricing
Usage-based — Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Enterprise
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands

GlossGenius key facts

Vendor
GlossGenius
Pricing
Subscription — From $24/mo
Free tier
Free trial (14 days)
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android
Best for
Beauty Pros, Solo Stylists
Editor rating
4.7 / 5
Founded
2017
Headquarters
New York, NY, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is Adyen better than GlossGenius?

Neither is universally better — GlossGenius edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Adyen or GlossGenius cheaper?

GlossGenius is the more affordable of the two to get started, at from $24/mo. Adyen starts at custom; GlossGenius starts at from $24/mo.

Can Adyen replace GlossGenius?

Yes for most teams — both are payment processing tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.