The Best PayPerFax Alternative for One‑Time Faxing
No account. No subscription. Pay only if delivery succeeds. Optional HIPAA mode with instant BAA for PHI (U.S. & Canada only).
If you just need to send one fax right now, a simple per‑fax service makes sense. PayPerFax is a pay‑as‑you‑go sender that shows pricing up front and doesn't require an account. OneFaxNow is built specifically for one‑time faxing with a flat, low price for larger documents, pay‑on‑success billing, and a HIPAA mode with an instant BAA when you're handling PHI. PayPerFax supports international sending; OneFaxNow keeps scope to U.S./Canada for reliability.
TL;DR: If your fax is 1–3 pages and you don't need HIPAA or a BAA, PayPerFax may cost less. If it's 5+ pages or you need HIPAA + BAA, OneFaxNow is typically the better fit.
Quick Comparison at a Glance
See how OneFaxNow compares to PayPerFax for your faxing needs
Pricing Model
OneFaxNow
$3.50 for 1–10 pages; $5.00 for 11–50 pages. Authorize first; capture only on successful delivery.
PayPerFax
$2.00 for the first 3 pages (cover + 2), then $0.75 per additional page; states no charges on failed faxes.
HIPAA & BAA
OneFaxNow
Per‑send HIPAA mode with instant BAA, encryption, audit logs, secure deletion.
PayPerFax
Public pages explain general HIPAA concepts but do not advertise a customer‑signed BAA offering; confirm with PayPerFax directly if you need one.
Coverage
OneFaxNow
U.S. & Canada numbers.
PayPerFax
International send supported (claims ~130 countries).
Account & Setup
OneFaxNow
No account—upload, enter details, pay, send; live tracking + automatic retries.
PayPerFax
No registration; preview price, pay, send; email confirmations on result.
Price Reality Check (Where Each Wins)
Using PayPerFax's published rates ($2 for up to 3 pages, then $0.75/page), here's how costs compare:
| Pages | OneFaxNow | PayPerFax | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.50 | $2.00 | PayPerFax |
| 3 | $3.50 | $2.00 | PayPerFax |
| 5 | $3.50 | $2.00 + (2×$0.75) = $3.50 | Tie |
| 10 | $3.50 | $2.00 + (7×$0.75) = $7.25 | OneFaxNow |
| 20 | $5.00 | $2.00 + (17×$0.75) = $14.75 | OneFaxNow |
| 50 | $5.00 | $2.00 + (47×$0.75) = $37.25 | OneFaxNow |
PayPerFax rates from their pricing page; OneFaxNow flat tiers shown above. Calculations derived from those rates.
Which Service is Right for You?
Compare the key differences to find the best solution for your needs
When PayPerFax May Be the Better Fit
You're sending a very short fax (≤3 pages)
and want the lowest absolute price
You need to fax internationally
outside U.S. and Canada
You're fine with basic file types
(PDF/DOC/DOCX/JPG) and email confirmation
When OneFaxNow is the Better PayPerFax Alternative
Your fax is 5+ pages
(our pricing is flat and usually cheaper above 5 pages)
You need HIPAA protections for this fax
with an instant BAA and exportable audit logs
You want the assurance of "authorize first, capture only on successful delivery"
You prefer a mobile‑first flow
with real‑time tracking and automatic retries
Side‑by‑Side Details (PayPerFax vs OneFaxNow)
A detailed comparison between OneFaxNow and PayPerFax
| Criterion | OneFaxNow | PayPerFax |
|---|---|---|
| Business model | Pay‑per‑fax, no account | Pay‑per‑fax, no account |
| Typical cost | $3.50 (1–10 pgs), $5.00 (11–50); HIPAA add‑on +$3/$5 | $2 (first 3 pgs), then $0.75/page; no charge for failed sends |
| HIPAA & BAA | Per‑send HIPAA mode with instant BAA, encryption, audit logs, secure deletion | HIPAA article present; no published BAA offering on product pages (verify directly) |
| Charge model | Pay only on successful delivery (authorize → capture on success) | States no charges apply to failed faxes |
| Coverage | U.S. & Canada | U.S./Canada + international (~130 countries) |
| Setup | Start in seconds—no signup | No registration; preview price → pay → send |
| Delivery visibility | Live tracking link + email updates, automatic retries | Email confirmations + on‑screen status; basic progress info |
| File support / size | DOCX, PDF, TXT, JPG/PNG/TIF; 20MB/file; merge to ≤50 pages | PDF, DOCX/DOC, JPG (per product pages) |
Why one‑time faxers pick OneFaxNow as a PayPerFax alternative
Simple, cost-effective, and secure faxing when you need it
Cheaper above ~5 pages
Thanks to flat, low tiers instead of per‑page pricing that adds up quickly.
HIPAA on demand with instant BAA
Ideal for medical/insurance documents with no separate compliance tier needed.
Pay‑on‑success + real‑time tracking
Automatic retries keep you informed throughout the delivery process.
Modern, mobile‑first checkout
No account, fast payment with Apple Pay/Google Pay support.
Ready to send your fax now?
No account needed. Just upload, address, and send. Pay only if your fax delivers successfully.