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HitPay Payment Gateway for WooCommerce

By HitPay Payment Solutions Pte Ltd

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

HitPay Payment Gateway for WooCommerce Review - In-Depth Analysis

HitPay Payment Gateway Plugin enables merchants to accept various payment methods including PayNow QR, Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, WeChatPay, AliPay, and GrabPay.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.89/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

4,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

HitPay Payment Gateway Plugin allows HitPay merchants to accept PayNow QR, Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, WeChatPay, AliPay, and GrabPay Payments.

This plugin communicates with the HitPay payment gateway to process payments efficiently.

Merchants must create an account with HitPay to utilize this service. There are no monthly, setup, or hidden service fees, as payment is only required per transaction.

Once an account is created, merchants can access their HitPay dashboard to select payment options for their site. They will need to copy the API keys and Salt values from the HitPay Web Dashboard under Settings > Payment Gateway > API Keys.

Configuration is straightforward, involving WooCommerce settings where merchants can activate the payment method, set display names, and save changes easily.

Comparing to Alternatives

HitPay Payment Gateway for WooCommerce offers a specialized payment solution with several comparable alternatives available in the WooCommerce ecosystem.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Excellent customer service as noted by users
Cost-effective compared to major competitors like PayPal
Continuous improvements and updates from the developer
Seamless integration with WooCommerce
Supports a variety of payment methods relevant to its market

Weaknesses

Has a known medium severity security vulnerability fixed only in recent versions
Limited user base and reviews compared to more established gateways
No pro version with additional premium features
Potentially less global reach than some alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from the sole reviewer, user sentiment is highly positive, emphasizing customer service and cost benefits.

Positive highlights

"Customer service has been excellent" - khaikhidmah
"Cost is much better compared to PayPal" - khaikhidmah
"Continuously looking to improve from time to time" - khaikhidmah

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Known information exposure vulnerability fixed in version 4.1.4
Limited number of user reviews to fully assess reliability
No premium version to access advanced features

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Businesses seeking a cost-effective and well-supported payment gateway for WooCommerce, especially those valuing responsive customer service and continuous plugin improvements.

Not ideal for

Users requiring a widely adopted payment gateway with extensive user feedback or those needing advanced premium features not offered by this plugin.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides full payment gateway functionality integrated with WooCommerce without additional cost.

Final Verdict

HitPay Payment Gateway for WooCommerce stands out for its excellent customer service and cost efficiency, making it a strong choice for WooCommerce users looking for a reliable payment solution. Its continuous updates and improvements reflect a commitment to quality and user satisfaction.

However, potential users should be aware of a past medium severity security vulnerability that has been addressed and consider the limited user base and absence of a premium version when comparing to other gateways. Overall, it offers good value for those prioritizing support and affordability.