Hyperswitch: Open Source Alternative to Stripe

Hyperswitch is an open-source payments switch with 42k+ GitHub stars — a Stripe alternative with one API for 50+ payment providers.

Compare Hyperswitch with Adyen and Spreedly before you choose your stack.

Key features

Universal API

• Single integration point
• 50+ payment providers
• Card, wallet, and bank payments
• Multi-currency support

Smart routing

• Optimize for cost and success rate
• Automatic failover
• Custom routing rules
• A/B testing for processors

Reconciliation

• Automatic settlement matching
• Dispute management
• Refund handling
• Financial reporting

Hyperswitch vs Stripe

	Hyperswitch	Stripe
License	RSLv2 (open source)	Proprietary
Deployment	Self-hosted available	Cloud SaaS
Data control	Your infrastructure	Vendor infrastructure
Customization	Full source access	Limited to vendor features
Cost	Free open-source software	Subscription or usage fees

Choose Hyperswitch if you want open-source code, self-hosting options, and full control over your data and deployment.

Choose Stripe if you prefer a managed proprietary product with vendor support and minimal setup.

Browse more open-source alternatives to Stripe, or explore other tools in Finance.

At a glance

License	RSLv2
Stack	Rust, TypeScript
Self-hosted	Yes
Cloud	hyperswitch.io
Providers	50+

Self-hosting

git clone https://github.com/juspay/hyperswitch.git
cd hyperswitch
docker compose up -d

Includes dashboard and analytics UI.

FAQ

Is Hyperswitch a free alternative to Stripe?

Yes. Hyperswitch is open source under RSLv2. You can self-host it at no software cost — you only pay for infrastructure or optional managed services.

How does Hyperswitch compare to Stripe?

Hyperswitch gives you source code access, self-hosting, and data ownership. Stripe is a proprietary product focused on managed convenience. See the comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.

Can I self-host Hyperswitch?

Yes. Hyperswitch supports self-hosted deployment, which is a core reason teams choose it over Stripe. Check the Getting started or Self-hosting section for install commands.

Is Hyperswitch suitable for production?

Hyperswitch is actively maintained with a strong open-source community. Many teams run it in production as a Finance alternative to Stripe. Review the At a glance table for license and stack details.

What are alternatives to Hyperswitch and Stripe?

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