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Klarna for WooCommerce

By Klarna

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Klarna for WooCommerce Review - In-Depth Analysis

Klarna for WooCommerce enhances shopping experiences with flexible payment options. It helps increase sales and order values.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

2.3/5 (based on 20+ reviews)

Active Installations

20,000+

Update Frequency

Very Good 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

Klarna for WooCommerce helps businesses grow by providing enhanced shopping experiences through flexible payment options. This plugin allows customers to choose how and when they want to pay, which can lead to increased sales.

With Klarna, millions of shoppers benefit from various payment methods, including Pay Now, Buy Now Pay Later, and financing options. These features help businesses see higher average order values and increased conversion rates.

To get started, sign up for Klarna and install the plugin on your WooCommerce site. Klarna also offers smart solutions such as on-site messaging and express checkout to maximize sales and improve the customer journey.

Comparing to Alternatives

Klarna for WooCommerce faces competition from several other payment gateway plugins that offer diverse payment options and better support.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Offers pay later (invoice) payment option integrated.
Has official support and updates from Klarna.
Integrates with WooCommerce checkout process.
Includes multiple payment methods under one plugin.

Weaknesses

Cannot disable certain payment options like pay later, limiting flexibility.
Reported to cause high transaction cancellation rates.
Has a history of crashes and compatibility issues.
Support is often reported as unhelpful or slow.

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin has a low average rating with a majority of users expressing dissatisfaction, particularly regarding functionality and support.

Positive highlights

"Mediocre plugin but great support!" - Chris.V
"The plugin works but needs better translations and less checkout clutter." - Eduard Doloc

Common complaints

Cannot disable unwanted payment options such as pay later (invoice).
Plugin crashes websites causing instability.
High percentage of canceled transactions reported by users.
Poor and unresponsive customer support.
Compatibility issues with recent WordPress versions.

Weaknesses

Limited customization of payment options.
Unstable performance leading to site crashes.
Inadequate support and communication from the developer team.
Compatibility problems with latest WordPress updates.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Merchants who specifically require Klarna's payment options and are prepared to handle potential support and stability issues.

Not ideal for

Users seeking a stable, flexible, and well-supported payment gateway with customizable payment options and reliable customer service.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic Klarna payment integration with multiple payment methods including pay later options.

Final Verdict

Klarna for WooCommerce offers essential Klarna payment methods but suffers from significant issues including inability to disable certain payment options, high cancellation rates, and poor support. These factors contribute to a generally negative user experience and low ratings.

Given the availability of numerous alternative payment gateways with better stability, support, and flexibility, users should carefully consider their needs before choosing this plugin, especially considering its known security vulnerability and compatibility concerns.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Klarna for WooCommerce plugin.

Klarna

WooCommerce

E-commerce

FAQ

Klarna Payments works for merchants in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland (Republic of Ireland), Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States.