Here are some of the better‑known online stores and platforms that let you pay by check online (usually via eCheck or by linking your bank/checking account). Always double‑check at checkout, since policies change.

Key ways “pay by check online” works

Most “check” options online fall into three buckets:

  • eCheck (electronic check): You enter routing and account numbers; funds are pulled like a check but processed electronically.
  • Bank transfer via a service (often PayPal): You link your checking account to PayPal (or similar) and pay from that balance.
  • Mail‑in paper check: You place the order, choose “check/money order,” then mail a physical check; the order ships after it clears.

Major retailers that support check / eCheck

These are commonly cited stores that accept eChecks, bank‑account payments, or mailed checks in some form. Always confirm on the current payment page for your region.

Big general retailers

  • Amazon – Often via bank transfer / ACH when you link a checking account (sometimes through PayPal, sometimes directly, depending on region and setup).
  • Walmart – Supports paying from a checking account/bank transfer for some orders.
  • Target – Frequently listed as allowing bank transfer / checking‑account payments, often through PayPal.

Department stores & fashion

  • Macy’s – Can be paid via PayPal with a checking account linked (effectively an eCheck).
  • Bloomingdale’s – Similar: pay by selecting PayPal with your bank account attached.
  • Nordstrom – Reported to accept eChecks in some flows; you provide check details for payment.
  • Abercrombie & Fitch – Uses PayPal with a checking account attached as the funding source.
  • Zappos – Accepts eChecks via PayPal when you choose PayPal and then your bank account.
  • Foot Locker – Lets you pay via eCheck/bank transfer by adding your checking account.

Home, furniture, and appliances

  • Wayfair – One of the more check‑friendly big sites: supports physical checks, eChecks, and PayPal from a bank account; mailed checks may be held around 15 days to clear.
  • Overstock – Listed as accepting eChecks without PayPal; you enter the eCheck details when paying.
  • Appliances Connection – Can accept mailed checks or eChecks via PayPal.
  • Williams Sonoma – Takes eChecks via PayPal (you pay with your linked checking account).

Electronics and tech

  • Best Buy – Known to accept eChecks; you obtain an electronic check from your bank and enter its details at checkout.
  • B&H (B&H Photo Video) – Often supports bank transfer / phone‑based check payments in some cases.

Printing, business, and misc.

  • Vistaprint – Accepts eChecks via PayPal and sometimes mailed checks; they explicitly support routing/account‑number payments in some markets.
  • QVC – Lets you place an order and then mail in a paper check or money order within a set time window.
  • eBay – Depends on the seller: some allow personal checks or eChecks, usually handled via PayPal or in‑person pickup.
  • AliExpress – In some regions, can be paid with PayPal; if your PayPal is funded by your checking account, that functions like paying by eCheck.
  • Cabela’s – Accepts both physical checks and eChecks, sometimes set up via a call to customer service.
  • Milanoo and some niche retailers – Listed as accepting bank transfers/eChecks without requiring PayPal for certain orders.

How to actually pay by check online (step‑by‑step)

The exact process varies by store, but the flow usually looks like this:

  1. At checkout, look for options like “Pay by Check,” “eCheck,” “ACH,” “Bank Transfer,” or “PayPal.”
  2. If you choose eCheck/ACH directly:
    • Enter your bank routing number and account number from your paper check.
    • Confirm your billing address and identity details.
    • Authorize an electronic debit; funds may take a few days to clear.
  3. If you choose PayPal:
    • Log in and go to “Wallet.”
    • Link your checking account (routing + account number).
    • Back at checkout, choose PayPal, then pick your bank account as the funding source.
  4. If you choose “Mail a check”:
    • Complete the order online to get an order number and mailing address.
    • Write a paper check for the exact amount, include any order or reference number, and mail it by the deadline.
    • The store ships once the check clears.

Safety tips and gotchas

Because checks expose your routing and account numbers, be a bit cautious.

  • Only enter check details on sites you trust (https, well‑known brands, or verified payment processors).
  • Avoid sending check info over the phone or email unless it’s the official customer‑service line and you’re sure of the number.
  • Watch for longer hold times: some merchants delay shipping 5–15 days for checks to clear, especially first‑time customers.
  • Monitor your bank account after any new check‑style payment to catch unauthorized withdrawals early.
  • If speed is critical (e.g., urgent gift or replacement), card or instant wallet payments may be safer than check‑based methods.

Quick HTML table: examples of stores

Below is an HTML table (since you asked for structured info) showing examples and the typical “check” method. Always reconfirm on the store’s current payment page.

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      <th>Store / Platform</th>
      <th>How “pay by check” works</th>
      <th>Notes</th>
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      <td>Amazon</td>
      <td>Bank transfer / ACH from checking account (sometimes via PayPal)</td>
      <td>Setup can vary by country and account; confirm in your payment settings [web:1][web:3]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Walmart</td>
      <td>Bank transfer from checking account for some online orders</td>
      <td>Check availability at checkout; policies can differ by region [web:3]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Target</td>
      <td>Checking account linked through PayPal or bank transfer</td>
      <td>PayPal with a linked bank account effectively functions as an eCheck [web:1][web:3]</td>
    </tr>
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      <td>Wayfair</td>
      <td>Physical check, eCheck, or PayPal from bank account</td>
      <td>Checks may be held ~15 days to clear before shipping [web:1][web:5][web:7]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Best Buy</td>
      <td>eCheck (electronic check) entered at checkout</td>
      <td>Use an electronic check number from your bank [web:1][web:9]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Macy’s</td>
      <td>PayPal with checking account funding</td>
      <td>Select PayPal, then choose your bank account instead of a card [web:1][web:5]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Bloomingdale’s</td>
      <td>PayPal with linked checking account</td>
      <td>Uses PayPal as the middle layer for bank‑funded payments [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Nordstrom</td>
      <td>eCheck in some flows</td>
      <td>Enter check details when offered at checkout [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>QVC</td>
      <td>Order online, then mail a paper check or money order</td>
      <td>Must mail within the stated window (e.g., 10 days) for the order to be processed [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Vistaprint</td>
      <td>eCheck / routing &amp; account number, sometimes mailed checks</td>
      <td>Popular with small businesses paying from business checking accounts [web:1][web:9]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Williams Sonoma</td>
      <td>eCheck via PayPal</td>
      <td>PayPal must be linked to a checking account, not just a card [web:1][web:5]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Overstock</td>
      <td>eCheck without PayPal</td>
      <td>Enter eCheck details directly at checkout [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Cabela’s</td>
      <td>Physical checks and eChecks (often via customer service)</td>
      <td>May require contacting support to set up the payment [web:7]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Zappos</td>
      <td>eCheck via PayPal</td>
      <td>Select PayPal, then use your bank account as funding source [web:7]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Foot Locker</td>
      <td>Bank transfer / eCheck</td>
      <td>Add checking account to pay by eCheck without a card [web:3]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Appliances Connection</td>
      <td>Physical check or eCheck via PayPal</td>
      <td>Mail‑in or PayPal bank payments are both options in many cases [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>eBay</td>
      <td>Varies by seller: personal checks, eChecks, PayPal bank transfers</td>
      <td>Always read the seller’s specific accepted payment methods [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>AliExpress</td>
      <td>PayPal funded by checking account (where supported)</td>
      <td>Availability of PayPal varies by country and seller [web:1]</td>
    </tr>
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TL;DR

Yes, there are quite a few online stores that accept “pay by check” in one of three ways: direct eCheck/ACH, PayPal funded by your checking account, or by mailing in a physical check; examples include Amazon, Walmart, Target, Wayfair, Best Buy, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Vistaprint, Cabela’s, and more, but you should always confirm at checkout since payment options change.

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