Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Sansan vs Lemon Squeezy
Japanese Enterprise Sales Teams · Japan
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Sansan | Lemon Squeezy |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Custom pricing | $0/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/min | Not confirmed |
| Target Country | Japan | Global |
| Category | CRM | Payment Processing API |
| Compliance (vendor-stated) | APPI, ISO27001 | GDPR, PCI-DSS |
| Hosting Regions | JP-Tokyo | US, EU |
| Native Integrations | 4 listed | 6 listedBetter |
Sansan — Key Specs
Vendor-stated- ✓The de-facto business card digitisation platform in Japan — used by 8,000+ enterprises
- ✓AI extracts data from meishi (名刺) in both Japanese and English
- ✓Integrates with Salesforce — maps Japanese relationship hierarchy
- ✓APPI-compliant data management for Japanese enterprise buyers
Lemon Squeezy — Key Specs
Vendor-stated- ✓Merchant of Record with VAT/GST handling in all regions — works for ZA founders
- ✓Single API for one-time payments, subscriptions, and license key delivery
- ✓Built-in affiliate programme management — recruit affiliates without third-party tools
- ✓5% + $0.50 per transaction — no monthly fee or setup cost
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lower-priced, Sansan or Lemon Squeezy?+
Sansan uses custom pricing. Lemon Squeezy starts at Free plan available. Contact Sansan directly for a quote.
Which compliance frameworks do Sansan and Lemon Squeezy list?+
Sansan additionally lists APPI, ISO27001. Lemon Squeezy additionally lists GDPR, PCI-DSS. These are vendor-stated frameworks. VektorIndex has not independently audited these claims.
Which has a higher documented API rate limit — Sansan or Lemon Squeezy?+
Available information does not support a direct comparison of API rate limits for these tools. Check each vendor's developer documentation.
Which data hosting regions do Sansan and Lemon Squeezy support?+
Sansan lists hosting regions: JP-Tokyo. Lemon Squeezy lists hosting regions: US, EU. For data residency requirements in Japan, confirm exact region configuration directly with each vendor.
Data last updated: 29 August 2026 — Sourced from official vendor documentation. Not independently audited. Report incorrect information
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