You build a marketplace. Vendors sell products. Customers pay you. Now you need to split that payment. The vendor gets their share, you keep your commission, and the platform fee goes to Stripe. Doing this manually with bank transfers is a nightmare once you have more than five vendors.
Stripe Connect solves this by automating payment splits. When a customer buys from a vendor on your marketplace, Stripe splits the payment automatically. The vendor sees their earnings in their connected Stripe account. You see your commission in yours. No manual transfers. No accounting headaches.
But WooCommerce does not support Stripe Connect out of the box. You need a plugin to connect vendor Stripe accounts, configure commission splits, and handle the payout logic. Here are the 10 best plugins that make this work.
How Stripe Connect Works with WooCommerce
Before picking a plugin, you need to understand the three Stripe Connect account types.
Standard accounts. Vendors create their own Stripe account and connect it to your marketplace. They manage their own payouts, disputes, and tax reporting. You have the least control but also the least liability. Best for established sellers who already have Stripe.
Express accounts. Vendors go through a simplified onboarding flow hosted by Stripe. They get a basic Stripe dashboard but you control the payout schedule. This is the most popular option for marketplaces because it balances ease of onboarding with platform control.
Custom accounts. You control everything. Vendors never see Stripe directly. You handle onboarding, payouts, and disputes through your own interface. This requires the most development work but gives you complete control over the vendor experience.
Most WooCommerce plugins use Standard or Express accounts. Custom accounts require significant custom development.
What to Look for in a Stripe Connect Plugin
Commission flexibility. Can you set different commission rates for different vendors or product categories? Fixed amount vs percentage? Global defaults with per-vendor overrides?
Payout control. Some plugins pay vendors instantly. Others let you hold funds for a configurable period. Holding payments gives you time to handle refunds and disputes before the money leaves your account.
Refund handling. When a customer requests a refund, does the plugin pull the money back from the vendor’s Stripe account? Or does it come from your platform balance? Clear refund logic prevents disputes between you and your vendors.
Vendor onboarding. How easy is it for vendors to connect their Stripe account? The best plugins embed the Stripe Connect OAuth flow directly in the vendor dashboard. One click and they are connected.
1. WooCommerce Stripe Payment Gateway (Official)
★★★★★ 4.8/5, Editor’s Rating
The official WooCommerce Stripe gateway handles standard Stripe payments. It supports credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and local payment methods like iDEAL and Bancontact.
While this plugin does not include Stripe Connect features natively, it serves as the foundation that other marketplace plugins build on. Many multi-vendor solutions require this plugin as a base and extend it with Connect functionality.
The gateway supports Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) for European payments, 3D Secure verification, and Stripe’s fraud detection tools. It also handles recurring payments when paired with WooCommerce Subscriptions.
Install this first as your base payment gateway, then add one of the marketplace plugins below to enable Stripe Connect features.
Best for: Foundation gateway that marketplace plugins extend with Connect.
2. YITH WooCommerce Stripe
★★★★★ 4.7/5, Editor’s Rating
YITH Stripe offers a more feature-rich Stripe integration. It supports Stripe Connect for multi-vendor setups when combined with YITH Multi Vendor plugin.
The Connect integration lets vendors connect their Stripe accounts through the YITH vendor dashboard. When a customer makes a purchase, the payment splits automatically. You define the commission structure. The vendor gets paid directly to their Stripe account minus your commission.
YITH Stripe also supports saved cards, subscription payments, and Stripe Elements for a modern checkout experience. The payment form uses Stripe Elements, which means card details never touch your server. This simplifies PCI compliance significantly.
The plugin includes a built-in transaction log. View every payment, refund, and payout from your WordPress dashboard without logging into Stripe separately.
Best for: YITH Multi Vendor users who need Stripe Connect integration.
3. Dokan Stripe Connect
★★★★☆ 4.6/5, Editor’s Rating
Dokan is one of the most popular WooCommerce marketplace plugins. Its Stripe Connect module adds automatic payment splitting for all marketplace transactions. Vendors connect their Stripe accounts from the Dokan vendor dashboard using the Express account flow.
When a customer makes a purchase, Dokan calculates the commission split based on your configured rates. The vendor’s share goes directly to their connected Stripe account. Your commission stays in your platform Stripe account. The split happens at the payment level, so the money never sits in a shared account.
Dokan supports both instant and delayed payouts. With delayed payouts, you hold the vendor’s funds for a set number of days. This gives you a buffer to handle refunds before the money is released. If a customer requests a refund within the holding period, the funds are still available to return.
The module also handles subscription marketplace payments. Vendors selling subscription products get recurring payouts through their connected Stripe account.
Best for: Dokan marketplace users with automated payment splitting.
4. WCFM Marketplace Stripe Split Pay
★★★★☆ 4.5/5, Editor’s Rating
WCFM (WooCommerce Frontend Manager) is a free marketplace plugin. Its Stripe split pay module works with Stripe Connect to distribute payments between platform and vendors.
Vendors onboard through a Stripe Express account flow embedded in the WCFM vendor dashboard. Once connected, every sale triggers an automatic split. WCFM supports both percentage and fixed commissions. You can set global rates and override them for specific vendors or product categories.
The module handles multi-vendor carts. When a customer buys from three different vendors in one order, the payment splits three ways plus your commission. Each vendor sees only their portion. The customer sees a single charge on their card.
WCFM is free and actively maintained. The Stripe module is part of the premium WCFM Marketplace add-on. For the features it provides, the pricing is competitive compared to Dokan and other marketplace solutions.
Best for: WCFM marketplace users who need payment splitting.
5. WC Vendors Stripe Connect
★★★★☆ 4.4/5, Editor’s Rating
WC Vendors is another popular marketplace framework. Its Stripe Connect gateway lets vendors connect Standard Stripe accounts. The gateway creates direct charges on the connected account, meaning each vendor’s Stripe account processes the payment directly.
Your commission is collected as an application fee on each transaction. This approach puts the payment processing responsibility on the vendor’s Stripe account, which can simplify your platform’s compliance requirements.
The setup process is straightforward. Vendors click “Connect with Stripe” in their dashboard, authorize your application, and start receiving payments. There is no manual configuration needed on the admin side for individual vendors.
Best for: WC Vendors marketplace users with direct charge payment model.
6. WooCommerce Stripe Connect by Jenga
★★★★☆ 4.3/5, Editor’s Rating
This standalone plugin adds Stripe Connect to any WooCommerce store without requiring a full marketplace plugin. Use it when you have a simple vendor arrangement where a few sellers share your platform.
Assign products to specific Stripe accounts. When that product sells, the payment goes to the assigned account minus your fee. This works well for consignment shops, artist collectives, or small marketplaces with a fixed number of vendors.
The plugin supports both Standard and Express account types. It includes a vendor payout report that shows earnings, fees, and net payments for each connected account over any date range.
Best for: Small multi-vendor setups without a full marketplace plugin.
7. Payment Plugins for Stripe
★★★★☆ 4.2/5, Editor’s Rating
Payment Plugins offers an alternative Stripe gateway with Connect support. It integrates with Dokan, WCFM, and WC Vendors for marketplace payment splitting. The gateway supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH payments, and Afterpay.
The Connect module supports all three Stripe account types. Choose Standard, Express, or Custom based on your platform needs. The plugin handles the OAuth flow for each type, so vendor onboarding is smooth regardless of which type you pick.
One useful feature is the test mode that works with Stripe’s test API keys. Set up and test the entire Connect flow with test accounts before going live. This is valuable for complex marketplace setups where getting the payment flow right before launch is critical.
Best for: Marketplace owners who want Connect support with multiple payment methods.
8. WooCommerce Multi Vendor Marketplace by Jenga
★★★★☆ 4.1/5, Editor’s Rating
This all-in-one marketplace plugin includes Stripe Connect as a built-in payment option. No need for a separate gateway plugin. The Connect integration handles vendor onboarding, payment splitting, and payout scheduling out of the box.
The marketplace features include vendor registration, product management, order management, and a vendor dashboard. All powered by WooCommerce. Stripe Connect is one of several payment options alongside PayPal and direct bank transfer.
Commission settings are granular. Set global rates, per-vendor rates, per-category rates, or per-product rates. The system picks the most specific rate. Product-level rates override category rates, which override vendor rates, which override the global default.
Best for: New marketplaces that want everything in one plugin.
9. Jenga Stripe Terminal
★★★★☆ 4.0/5, Editor’s Rating
Stripe Terminal brings Stripe to physical point-of-sale systems. This WooCommerce plugin connects Stripe Terminal hardware to your WooCommerce store. Process in-person payments using card readers that sync with your WooCommerce inventory and order system.
When combined with Stripe Connect, Terminal payments can split between platform and vendor accounts. This is useful for physical marketplaces, pop-up shops, and events where multiple vendors sell through a shared payment system.
The plugin supports Stripe’s BBPOS and Verifone readers. Orders created through Terminal appear in WooCommerce just like online orders. Inventory updates in real time across both channels.
Best for: Physical stores and events using Stripe for in-person marketplace payments.
10. Jenga Connect for WooCommerce Subscriptions
★★★☆☆ 3.9/5, Editor’s Rating
This plugin bridges Stripe Connect with WooCommerce Subscriptions. Vendors selling subscription products get recurring splits on every renewal payment. When a subscriber renews, the platform takes its commission and the vendor receives their share automatically.
It handles subscription lifecycle events like upgrades, downgrades, and cancellations. When a subscriber changes their plan, the commission split adjusts accordingly. Failed renewal payments trigger retry logic on both the platform and vendor side.
The plugin supports prorated payments for mid-cycle plan changes. If a subscriber upgrades halfway through a billing period, the prorated charge splits correctly between platform and vendor.
Best for: Subscription marketplaces with recurring vendor payouts.
Quick Comparison Table
| Plugin | Connect Type | Free Version | Best Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| WooCommerce Stripe (Official) | Base Gateway | Yes | Foundation for Connect plugins |
| YITH Stripe | Express | No | YITH Multi Vendor integration |
| Dokan Stripe Connect | Express | No | Delayed payouts + subscription splits |
| WCFM Split Pay | Express | No | Multi-vendor cart splitting |
| WC Vendors Connect | Standard | No | Direct charge model |
| Stripe Connect by Jenga | Standard + Express | Yes | Per-product Stripe accounts |
| Payment Plugins for Stripe | All Types | Yes | Apple Pay + Google Pay + ACH |
| Multi Vendor Marketplace | Express | Yes | All-in-one marketplace + Connect |
| Stripe Terminal | Express | No | In-person marketplace payments |
| Connect for Subscriptions | Express | No | Recurring vendor splits |
Final Thoughts
Stripe Connect is the standard for marketplace payments. It handles the hard parts. Vendor onboarding, compliance, payment splitting, and tax reporting all happen through Stripe’s infrastructure.
Start with the official WooCommerce Stripe gateway as your base. If you use Dokan, WCFM, or WC Vendors, pick their respective Connect module. For YITH marketplace setups, YITH Stripe integrates natively. For simpler multi-vendor setups, Stripe Connect by Jenga handles product-level splits without a full marketplace framework.
Whatever plugin you choose, test the entire flow in Stripe’s test mode first. Create test vendor accounts, make test purchases, verify the splits, and confirm the payout schedules before processing real money.
