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3C Connect Software vs. PayPal Payments Pro

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PayPal Payments Pro starts at $0 per seat, versus 3C Connect Software at $39.

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3C Connect Softwarefrom $39 per month
PayPal Payments Profrom $0 per month
Audyense Score25AS*Low29AS*Low
Positioning3C Connect is a software tailored for HVAC businesses, offering features like scheduling, dispatch, inventory management, payment processing, and QuickBooks integration.PayPal Payments Pro is a payment processing solution built on PayPal’s technology that enables online merchants and businesses to accept credit card payments online as well a
Free tierNoYes
DeploymentCloud / SaaSCloud / SaaS
Best fitStartup, SMB, Mid-marketStartup, SMB, Mid-market
Pricing plans
  • Starting plan$39
  • Plan 2$299
  • Plan 3$399
  • Free or entry planFree
  • Higher tiersCustom pricing
Scheduling and Dispatching: Manages technician schedules and dispatches them to job sites, including SMS reminders for customers.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
Automated Alerts: Sends notifications for various events, such as system errors and maintenance needs.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
Predictive Maintenance: Uses data analytics to predict when maintenance is needed, saving companies from unexpected failures.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
Reporting: Offers 100 fully customizable reports to get insights and make data-driven decisions.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
Inventory Replenishment: Streamline the inventory management process with an automated parts replenishment.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
QuickBooks Integration: Connects with QuickBooks to cover companies’ accounting needs.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
Geofencing: Sets virtual boundaries to monitor technician locations and optimize routing.YesDocumented in the SoftwareConnect review.—
Accept PayPal payments—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Accept Visa—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Mastercard and American Express—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Virtual Terminal—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Accept payments in 25 currencies from 202 countries—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Payment Gateway—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Options to simplify PCI compliance.—YesDocumented in the independently researched profile.
Integrations verified——
Aggregate rating— · No reviews yet9.5 · No reviews yet
Integrations——
Security & compliance——
Pros
  • Manages agreements, service contracts, and equipment
  • Mobile app available for field workers
  • Offers up to 100 fully customizable reports
  • QuickBooks integration
  • Independent review documents a concrete business workflow
  • Documented capability: Accept PayPal payments
  • Documented capability: Accept Visa
  • Documented capability: Mastercard and American Express
  • Documented capability: Virtual Terminal
Cons
  • Small lag when loading PDF reports
  • Has a little bit of a learning curve
  • Plans include one user; additional users are charged a $39 fee per month
  • Pricing and usage limits should be checked against the exact plan
  • Implementation effort depends on the team's data and process maturity
  • Reported outcomes should be validated with the buyer's own data
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