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Chilean payment platform with APIs for cards and local methods targeting SMBs and e-commerce.

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CL Est. 2014 Active Payment Gateway / PSP

Our Verdict

Decent Chilean SMB option, though Transbank and Khipu dominate the market with broader integrations.

Pros

  • Chile-focused local methods coverage
  • API for cards and bank rails
  • Targets SMB segment affordably
  • Local compliance handled

Cons

  • Chile-only footprint
  • Brand smaller than Khipu/Transbank
  • Docs and SDKs modest
  • Limited international support
Best for: Chilean SMBs and early-stage e-commerce needing cards plus local bank methods Not for: Merchants needing mature docs or scale beyond Chile

When to Use Payku

Good fit if you need

  • Accepting local payment methods for Chilean SMB e-commerce
  • Card payments API integration for Chilean online merchants
  • Embedded checkout for Chilean marketplace sellers

Payku Pricing

Pricing Model
usage
Free Tier
No
Entry Price
β€”
Enterprise Available
No
Transparency Score
β€”

Beta β€” estimates may differ from actual pricing

1,000
1001K10K100K1M
10,000
1K10K100K1M10M

Estimated Monthly Cost

$25

Estimated Annual Cost

$300

Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.

Lock-in Assessment

Medium 3/5
Lock-in Score
3/5

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