Stunning alternative
A Stunning alternative built Stripe-first, with zero configuration
Stunning is a capable dunning and recovery tool that supports multiple payment processors — which means it's built with a configuration layer to accommodate different PSPs.
PaidGuard takes the opposite bet: Stripe-only, on purpose. That means deeper native integration with Stripe's retry and invoice data, and a setup that's just "connect Stripe and go" — no PSP-agnostic configuration step in between.
Stripe-first, not PSP-agnostic
PaidGuard reads directly from Stripe's invoice and payment-intent data through the PaidGuard Stripe App — we only ask Stripe for read access — with no abstraction layer to configure for a processor you're not using.
Zero configuration to start
Connect Stripe, see your real failed-payment number, activate recovery when ready. No workflow builder required before you get value.
| Feature | PaidGuard | Churnkey | Stunning | Baremetrics | ProfitWell Retain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No annual contract required | Often annual | — | — | ||
| Free tier available | — | — | — | — | |
| Custom retry schedules | Email cadence only | — | |||
| Dunning email sequences | 5 stages | ||||
| Email template editor (no code) | 3 tone presets | — | |||
| Revenue calculator / forecasting | — | — | |||
| White-label customer page | — | — | — | ||
| Multi-PSP support (not just Stripe) | — | — | — | ||
| Public pricing on website | — | — | |||
| Starting price | $39/mo + 5% recovered | Quote-based | Quote-based | $96/mo | Folded into Paddle |
Frequently asked questions
Why would I want a Stripe-only tool instead of a multi-PSP one?
If Stripe is your only payment processor (true for most SaaS companies under a certain scale), a Stripe-first tool can integrate more deeply with Stripe's native retry and invoice data without needing a generic abstraction layer — often meaning less setup and fewer configuration decisions.
What if I use a payment processor other than Stripe?
PaidGuard is Stripe-only today. If you need multi-PSP support now, a tool like Stunning that's built for that from the ground up may be a better fit. PaidGuard has multi-PSP support on its roadmap (Paddle, Lemon Squeezy) but isn't there yet.
Does 'zero configuration' mean no customization at all?
No — you can still customize your email schedule (or use a preset), pick one of three dunning email tones (friendly, professional, or premium), and set your business name. "Zero configuration" refers to there being no required setup step beyond connecting Stripe before you see value.
Is switching from Stunning to PaidGuard disruptive?
Connecting PaidGuard is a standard Stripe OAuth flow — we only ask Stripe for read access — and it doesn't touch your existing Stripe configuration or Stunning setup, so you can evaluate PaidGuard's real numbers for your account before deciding whether to switch anything.
How does pricing compare?
Stunning's pricing is quote-based. PaidGuard publishes its pricing ($39/mo + 5% of revenue actually recovered) and lets you see your real failed-payment number for free, with no card required, before you decide.
See your real number — no card required
Information based on publicly available sources as of 2026. PaidGuard is not affiliated with Stunning — this page is provided for comparison purposes only. Verify current pricing and features directly with Stunning before making a decision.