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WC Moneris Payment Gateway

By akshayaswaroop

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WC Moneris Payment Gateway Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily integrate Moneris payment gateway into your WooCommerce site. Keep customers on your site during checkout.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.76/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

900+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Moneris is Canada's leading processor of Debit and credit card payments. This WooCommerce extension automatically adds Moneris payment gateway to your WooCommerce website and allows you to keep the customer on your site for the checkout process.

Key features include an API based credit card payment method that allows a user to enter a credit card on the WooCommerce checkout page and capture payment to the Moneris account without leaving the WooCommerce website. You can also switch between Sandbox and Live environments.

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Comparing to Alternatives

WC Moneris Payment Gateway is one of several payment gateway plugins available for WooCommerce, offering a specialized solution for Moneris payment processing.

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Strengths

Highly rated by users with 80% five-star reviews
No known security vulnerabilities according to WPScan
Effective support with quick issue resolution
Works well without conflicts with other plugins
Free to use without a pro version requirement

Weaknesses

Limited user base with only 5 total ratings
No pro version or advanced premium features
One serious complaint about spam orders
Lacks extensive documentation compared to some alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin holds a strong positive sentiment with 80% five-star ratings, though there is a notable 20% one-star rating reflecting serious concerns.

Positive highlights

Extremely helpful plugin that saved costs (mugdev)
Works better than official Moneris plugin without conflicts (gurbhejgill)
Top-notch support with quick fixes (curtisw0)
Effective solution for payment processing (curtisw0)
Free alternative to costly plugins (mugdev)

Common complaints

Received numerous fake credit card orders leading to spam concerns

Weaknesses

Susceptible to spam orders as reported by a user
Limited feedback due to small number of total reviews
No advanced features or paid support options
Potential risk of fraudulent transactions if not properly managed

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Merchants using WooCommerce who need a reliable and free Moneris payment gateway with responsive support and minimal plugin conflicts.

Not ideal for

Users who require advanced fraud protection or extensive premium features, or those concerned about potential spam order vulnerabilities.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes full Moneris payment gateway integration with basic features and support.

Final Verdict

WC Moneris Payment Gateway is a solid choice for WooCommerce users seeking a free and effective Moneris payment solution with excellent support and no known security issues. Its high user ratings reflect satisfaction with its functionality and ease of use.

However, the plugin has a limited user base and one serious complaint regarding spam orders, which potential users should consider. Those needing advanced fraud protection or premium features might explore alternatives, but for basic Moneris integration, this plugin offers good value.