Walmart to accept Apple Pay, other tap-to-pay methods starting Aug. 24

Walmart is expanding its payment options, announcing that customers can soon use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods at select stores starting August 24. The retail giant aims to roll out this feature to all Walmart and Sam's Club locations by the end of 2026, with gas stations to follow by mid-2027.

This decision marks a significant shift for Walmart, which previously encouraged customers to use its proprietary Walmart Pay system, requiring QR codes. For years, shoppers had expressed frustration over the inability to use widely accepted digital payment services like Apple Pay, which is present at over 85% of U.S. retailers.

"It all comes back to giving customers and members more choice and making everyday shopping a little easier, from how they manage their money to how they pay at checkout," the company stated. The move is expected to enhance the customer experience by providing more convenient payment options.

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It all comes back to giving customers and members more choice and making everyday shopping a little easier, from how they manage their money to how they pay at checkout.