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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Adyen vs Linear
Enterprise Payment Processing · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Adyen | Linear |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | CustomBetter | $8/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 500 req/min | 600 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | Payments Platform | Project Management |
| Compliance | PCI-DSS, SOC2, GDPR, PSD2, ISO27001 | SOC2, GDPR |
| Hosting Regions | EU-West, US-East, AP-Southeast, EU-Central | US, EU |
| Native Integrations | 6 listedBetter | 6 listed |
Adyen — Key Specs
- ✓Single acquiring platform for 200+ payment methods globally
- ✓Issuing: virtual/physical cards for expense management
- ✓PSD2 SCA built-in with AI-powered SCA exemption engine
- ✓EU data residency, GDPR DPA, PCI DSS Level 1
Linear — Key Specs
- ✓Fastest issue tracker (keyboard-first)
- ✓Built for engineering teams
- ✓GitHub sync
- ✓Cycles = Sprints with zero friction
- ✓Used by best SA tech startups
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Adyen or Linear?+
Adyen starts at $0/mo, which is lower than Linear at $8/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Adyen or Linear?+
Both support SOC2, GDPR. Adyen additionally supports PCI-DSS, PSD2, ISO27001.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Adyen or Linear?+
Linear has a higher API rate limit at 600 requests per minute. Adyen: 500 req/min. Linear: 600 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
Adyen is evaluated for Enterprise Payment Processing in Global with hosting regions: EU-West, US-East, AP-Southeast, EU-Central. Linear has hosting regions: US, EU. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 26 June 2026
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