Comparison

Paid2Say vs ReferralCandy

ReferralCandy is great for e-commerce.If you’re a local business, you need Paid2Say.

See the difference

ReferralCandy powers referral programs for Shopify stores, DTC brands, and online retailers. It’s a solid tool — for that world.

But if your customers walk through a door, sit in a chair, or check in at a counter — ReferralCandy wasn’t built for you. Paid2Say was.

Feature comparison

Feature
Paid2Say
ReferralCandy
Built for local businesses
✓
✗E-commerce only
Auto-enrollment (no opt-in)
✓
✗
QR codes for in-person sharing
✓
✗
Virtual Visa payouts
✓
✗
Category exclusivity
✓
✗
Multi-business affiliate profiles
✓
✗
GoHighLevel integration
✓
✗
Free plan
✓$0
✗$39/mo + 10.5% fee
Pay only after you get paid
✓
✗Monthly fee regardless
In-person QR check-in
✓
✗

Who should use ReferralCandy?

If you run a Shopify store, a DTC brand, or an online-only business — ReferralCandy is solid. It integrates natively with e-commerce platforms, tracks online purchases, and automates coupon-based referral rewards.

It’s a mature product built for a specific use case: online retail.

We respect it. It just solves a different problem than we do.

Who should use Paid2Say?

If customers walk through your door — Paid2Say was built for you.

Tattoo shops. Med spas. Gyms. Restaurants. Salons. Dental offices. Auto shops. Yoga studios. Any local business where the customer shows up in person.

Your customers check in with a QR code, get auto-enrolled as affiliates, share with friends, and earn cash commissions on a Virtual Visa card. No opt-in forms. No Shopify required. No monthly fees to get started.

The pricing difference

ReferralCandy

$39/mo

+ 10.5% commission fee on every sale

You pay whether you get results or not.

Paid2Say

$0 to start

Pay only when commissions are earned

Free plan forever. Pro at $49/mo when you’re ready to scale.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use ReferralCandy for a local business?

ReferralCandy is designed for e-commerce stores, primarily Shopify and WooCommerce. It doesn't support in-person referrals, QR code check-ins, or walk-in customer tracking. If your customers visit a physical location, Paid2Say is built specifically for that.

How much does ReferralCandy cost compared to Paid2Say?

ReferralCandy starts at $39/month plus a 10.5% commission fee on every referral sale. Paid2Say starts at $0 — free forever for up to 25 affiliates. You only pay a platform fee when commissions are earned. No monthly minimums.

Does Paid2Say work for e-commerce businesses?

Paid2Say is purpose-built for local, walk-in businesses — tattoo shops, med spas, gyms, restaurants, salons, and more. If you run a Shopify store, ReferralCandy may be a better fit. If customers walk through your door, Paid2Say was made for you.

Can my customers earn money without a bank account?

Yes. Paid2Say pays commissions via Virtual Visa cards — no bank account, no credit check, no paperwork. ReferralCandy typically requires PayPal or bank transfers for payouts.

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