Maroo
Payments for the wedding & events industry.
Overview
Maroo is a financial technology platform built for the wedding and events industry. It provides event professionals with a simple way to process payments via credit, debit, and ACH, with features designed for the industry's unique needs. A key feature is its integrated financing option, which allows couples to book services and pay for them over time, while the vendor gets paid in full upfront. This helps vendors close more sales and makes high-end services more accessible to clients.
✨ Key Features
- Payment Processing (Credit, Debit, ACH)
- Client Financing Options (Book Now, Pay Later)
- Invoicing
- Secure Contract Sharing
- Business Analytics Dashboard
- No merchant fees on many transaction types
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Integrated 'Book Now, Pay Later' financing option for clients.
- Built specifically for the cash flow and payment structures of the events industry.
- Often lower or no merchant fees for the business compared to standard processors.
Unique Value: Helps event professionals overcome the biggest sales hurdle—client budget—by offering built-in financing, allowing them to get paid in full immediately while their clients pay over time.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Closing a larger sale by offering the client a monthly payment plan.
- Getting paid in full upfront for a wedding that is 12 months away.
- Simplifying the invoicing and payment collection process.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- A full-service CRM or event planning software.
- Businesses outside the United States (as of current information).
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike generic payment processors like Stripe or Square, Maroo's features, fee structure, and financing options are tailored to the event industry. Compared to the payment features in HoneyBook, Maroo's primary focus is on the financial transaction and offering client financing.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (N/A tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free to sign up and send invoices. Standard payment processing fees apply.
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