Swikly Alternative

Security Deposits Plus Complete Billing

Swikly only does security deposits. PayRequest gives you deposits plus payment links, invoicing, subscriptions, and 20+ payment methods—all in one platform.

Swikly
Deposits Only
PayRequest
All-in-One
More Features

More Than Just Deposits

PayRequest does everything Swikly does—and much more.

Vacation Rentals

Pre-authorize deposits for Airbnb, VRBO, and holiday rentals. Capture for damage or cleaning.

Hotels & B&Bs

Hold room deposits at check-in. Capture for minibar, damages, or incidentals.

Car & Equipment Rental

Secure vehicles and gear with pre-authorization. Capture for fuel or damage.

Event Venues

Hold deposits for weddings, conferences, and parties. Release after inspection.

PayRequest vs Swikly

Feature
PayRequest
Swikly
Winner
Monthly Price
From €5/mo
From €29/mo
PayRequest
Transaction Fees
2.9% + €0.25
~3% + fees
Tie
Hold Period
Up to 7 days
Up to 7 days
Tie
Partial Capture
Tie
Payment Links
Limited
PayRequest
Professional Invoicing
PayRequest
Recurring Subscriptions
PayRequest
Digital Products
PayRequest
Customer Portal
PayRequest
Payment Methods
20+
Cards only
PayRequest
Multi-Language
5 languages
3 languages
Tie
GDPR Compliant
Tie

Swikly focuses exclusively on security deposits. PayRequest is a complete billing platform with deposits included.

Why Creators Choose PayRequest

Get security deposits plus a complete billing platform for your rental business.

Complete Billing Platform

Security deposits, payment links, invoicing, subscriptions, and digital products—all in one place.

20+ Payment Methods

Accept iDEAL, Bancontact, SEPA, cards, Apple Pay and more. Reach customers across Europe.

Pre-Authorization Built-In

Hold funds on your customer's card for up to 7 days. Capture, partially capture, or release as needed.

Lower Starting Price

Start at €5/month compared to Swikly's €29/month. Save money while getting more features.

Professional Invoicing

Send branded invoices for deposits, rentals, and services. Track payments in one dashboard.

7-Day Hold Period

Pre-authorize amounts for up to 7 days. Plenty of time to inspect and finalize charges.

Security Deposits by Industry

PayRequest supports security deposits for all rental and hospitality businesses.

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