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Flutterwave Payment Gateway for WooCommerce

By Tunbosun Ayinla

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Flutterwave Payment Gateway for WooCommerce Review - In-Depth Analysis

Flutterwave payment gateway for WooCommerce allows you to accept payments through multiple channels. It integrates seamlessly into the WooCommerce checkout process.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.83/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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

This is a Flutterwave payment gateway for WooCommerce.

You can sign up for a Flutterwave merchant account here.

Flutterwave Payment Gateway for WooCommerce plugin allows you to accept payment on your WooCommerce store through multiple payment channels via Flutterwave.

With the Flutterwave Payment Gateway for WooCommerce plugin, you will be able to accept payments on your online store via various channels such as cards, bank accounts, Mpesa, QR code, mobile money, and USSD.

Plugin features include multiple payment channels available for your customers, seamless integration into the WooCommerce checkout page, and support for recurring payments using the WooCommerce Subscriptions plugin.

The WooCommerce Subscriptions integration works with WooCommerce v6.0 and above and WooCommerce Subscriptions v2.0 and above. No subscription plans are created on Flutterwave; the WooCommerce Subscriptions handles all subscription functionality.

Currencies supported by Flutterwave include GBP, CAD, XAF, CLP, COP, EGP, EUR, GHS, GNF, KES, MWK, MAD, NGN, RWF, SLL, STD, ZAR, TZS, UGX, USD, XOF, ZMW.

If you have suggestions or a new feature request, feel free to get in touch via the contact form on my website. You can also follow me on Twitter!

To contribute to this plugin, feel free to fork it on GitHub.

Comparing to Alternatives

Flutterwave Payment Gateway for WooCommerce offers a specialized payment solution with several alternatives available that cater to different payment processing needs within WooCommerce.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports WooCommerce subscriptions with recurring payments.
Lightweight and easy to use.
Reliable integration with Flutterwave payment services.
No known security vulnerabilities as per latest WPScan.
Positive user feedback on functionality and ease of setup.

Weaknesses

Lacks a pro version with advanced features.
Some users report compatibility issues with other WooCommerce plugins.
Limited payment options compared to some alternatives.
No built-in support for PayPal within the plugin itself.

User Sentiment Analysis

With an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 5 reviews, most users appreciate the plugin's functionality, though a minority report compatibility issues.

Positive highlights

"This plugin does exactly what it is supposed to – make payment processing easy with Rave." – njokusomto
"Good." – tsanguu
"It's lightweight and so easy to use." – njofiewilson
"This is the only plugin that has worked for integrating Flutterwave payments." – njofiewilson

Common complaints

Compatibility issues with other active WooCommerce plugins causing errors.

Weaknesses

Limited advanced features due to no pro version.
Potential conflicts with WooCommerce features or other plugins.
No direct PayPal integration within the plugin.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Merchants using WooCommerce who want a straightforward, lightweight Flutterwave payment integration, especially those needing subscription support.

Not ideal for

Users requiring extensive payment options, advanced features, or seamless integration with PayPal may find this plugin less suitable. Also, those with complex WooCommerce setups prone to plugin conflicts should be cautious.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential Flutterwave payment gateway integration with support for recurring payments and a lightweight setup.

Final Verdict

Flutterwave Payment Gateway for WooCommerce is a reliable and easy-to-use plugin that effectively integrates Flutterwave payments into WooCommerce, including support for subscriptions. It has a strong positive reception for its core functionality and security, with no known vulnerabilities.

However, users should be aware of potential compatibility issues with other WooCommerce plugins and the lack of advanced features or a pro version. Those needing broader payment options or PayPal integration might consider alternative plugins. Overall, it is a solid choice for straightforward Flutterwave payment needs.