BILL
Accounts payable and receivable automation for SMBs, from $49 per user a month (Essentials) plus payment fees.
- Per user
- Monthly
- Cloud
- AP / AR
- Independent sources
- Verified 11 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
- 1 sourceLinked, typed and dated
- Independent third-party sourcesHow this profile was compiled
- Not an endorsementStack18 has not tested this product
What is BILL?
BILL automates accounts payable, accounts receivable and invoicing for small and mid-size businesses and accountants.
- Best forSMBs and accountants automating bills and receivables
- Team size fitSmall teams, Mid-size teams
- PricingEssentials $49, Team $65, Corporate $89 per user a month; Enterprise quote; payment fees extra.
- Main limitationPayment fees add up.
- AlternativesInvoice Ninja, Zoho Billing · compare all
BILL overview: who it is for and what it does.
BILL digitises invoices, routes approvals, pays vendors and collects receivables, syncing with accounting software.
A pricing page last verified 4 November 2026 lists Essentials at $49 per user a month, Team at $65, Corporate at $89, Enterprise by quote and a BILL AP & AR Partner plan at $49 a month (not per user); annual prices are not published.
It lists extra fees such as $11.99 for same-day or next-day ACH, international payment fees and check printing, and notes the page also shows Team at $49 in its FAQ.
Main problem it solves
Automates paying bills and getting paid.
Typical customer segment
Small and mid-size businesses and accounting firms.
Target users
- Finance teams
- Accountants
- Small business owners
Primary use cases
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Approvals
- Vendor payments
What makes it distinct
- Per-user pricing.
- Transaction fees.
- Accountant partner plan.
BILL features explained.
Plans (per user per month)
- Essentials
- $49.
- Team
- $65 ($49 in FAQ).
- Corporate
- $89.
Fees
- Fast ACH
- $11.99 per transaction.
- International
- Extra.
- Checks
- Printing and mailing fees.
Other
- Enterprise
- Quote.
- Partner plan
- $49 a month.
- Annual pricing
- Not published.
BILL pricing and plans.
Figures reported by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 11 Nov 2026 against CostBench.
Pricing model
Per user per month plus payment fees.
Free plan
No
Free trial
Not documented
BILL plans and prices (USD)
Essentials
$49 per user per month
Monthly
Core AP/AR.
Team
$65 per user per month
Monthly
Approvals.
Corporate
$89 per user per month
Monthly
Advanced controls.
Enterprise
Quote
Annual
Large teams.
CostBench (verified 4 November 2026); Team price conflicts on the page.
Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.
Visit official website (external) ↗See alternativesBILL integrations, API and platforms.
Important integrations
- QuickBooks
- Xero
- NetSuite
- Sage Intacct
Supported platforms
- Web
- API
API
Not reviewed for this profile.
Data import and export
Not reviewed for this profile.
Integration coverage was not assessed in full. Check BILL's integrations directory and documentation for your tools.
BILL pros and cons.
Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.
Best for
- SMBs and accountants automating bills and receivables
- Accounting firms
- Growing finance teams
May be less suited to
- SaaS subscription billing
- Usage-based pricing
Top BILL alternatives and competitors.
BILL compared with similar subscription and usage-based billing software.
Summaries come from each profile. This is a side-by-side aid, not a ranking.
| Product | Pricing model | Starting price | Free tier | Usage billing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BILL | Per user + fees | $49/user/mo | No | No | AP/AR automation |
| Chargebee | % of billing | 0.80% of billing | No (trial) | Yes | SaaS billing |
| Invoice Ninja | Flat monthly | $14/mo | Yes (5 clients) | No | Freelancers |
| Lago | Open source / quote | Free (self-hosted) | Yes | Yes | Usage-based |
| Maxio | Flat fee | $599/mo | No | Yes | B2B SaaS |
| Orb | Custom | Quote | No | Yes | High-volume usage |
BILL vs competitors: head-to-head comparisons.
No head-to-head comparison involving BILL is published yet. The BILL alternatives guide compares it with Invoice Ninja and Zoho Billing in one table.
BILL discussions and buying questions.
No published discussions mention this product yet.
BILL questions and answers
What is BILL used for?
BILL automates accounts payable, accounts receivable and invoicing for small and mid-size businesses and accountants. Typical uses include accounts payable, accounts receivable, approvals, vendor payments.
How much does BILL cost?
Essentials is $49, Team $65 and Corporate $89 per user a month, per a page verified November 2026.
Does BILL charge payment fees?
Yes, such as $11.99 for same-day or next-day ACH.
Is BILL subscription billing?
It focuses on accounts payable and receivable automation.
What are the main alternatives to BILL?
The main alternatives to BILL covered on Stack18 are Invoice Ninja and Zoho Billing. Invoice Ninja may suit freelancers and small businesses needing invoices and recurring billing. Zoho Billing may suit small subscription businesses wanting flat, low-cost billing. See the BILL alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.
What are the pros and cons of BILL?
Strengths: Automates AP and AR. Accountant partner plan. Limitations: Payment fees add up. Per-user cost.
Who is BILL best for?
BILL may suit SMBs and accountants automating bills and receivables; accounting firms; growing finance teams. It may be less suited to SaaS subscription billing; usage-based pricing.
What integrations does BILL support?
Documented integrations and ecosystem items include QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, Sage Intacct. API: Not reviewed for this profile.
When was the BILL profile last verified?
Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 11 Nov 2026. 1 source is listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.
Where this information comes from.
- All BILL AP Plans and Pricing (verified 4 November 2026) CostBench Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
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Facts come from CostBench (November 2026). Capabilities were not tested.
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