Tools for subscription billing

The problem, in plain words: “I'm launching a SaaS and need a merchant-of-record service that handles subscription billing, invoicing, and global sales tax/VAT compliance so I don't have to manage taxes myself.”

Creem fits best, with 1 more that fits too.

You need a merchant-of-record provider that takes on tax and collection liability while handling subscription billing and invoicing for a global SaaS.

Updated July 2026.

What fits

Creemstrong · 88

Creem explicitly positions itself as a merchant of record for SaaS and indie makers and says it handles payments, taxes, compliance and subscriptions so founders can focus on shipping.

Best for: SaaS founders or indie makers who want an MoR that takes on tax and compliance liability and manages subscriptions end-to-end.

Dodo Paymentsstrong · 82

Dodo Payments states it acts as a merchant of record, handling tax and fraud protection while supporting subscription, usage-based and one-time billing models for global customers.

Best for: Founders who want a single integration that offloads tax compliance and merchant liability while supporting flexible subscription and usage pricing.

Partly fits

MyFundBoxpartial · 58

MyFundBox automates subscription billing and calculates taxes across 100+ regions, so it helps the billing and tax-calculation parts of your need.

Won’t cover: It does not explicitly present itself as a merchant of record that assumes tax remittance and collection liability.

Questions

What's the best tool for subscription billing?

Creem is the strongest match — Creem explicitly positions itself as a merchant of record for SaaS and indie makers and says it handles payments, taxes, compliance and subscriptions so founders can focus on shipping.

Is there a tool that fully solves this?

2 products match this closely.

What won't these tools cover?

It does not explicitly present itself as a merchant of record that assumes tax remittance and collection liability.

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