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Compare Ascend and BILL AP/AR 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (63.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$49.00 1 user Per Month
Ascend
Star Rating
(59)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AscendBILL AP/AR
Star Rating
(1,562)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$49.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that BILL AP/AR excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Ascend. Users appreciate its user-friendly interface and the ease of implementation, with one reviewer noting that it has "so many amazing features which is making accounting more easy for us."
- According to verified reviews, BILL AP/AR has a robust track record with over 1,500 reviews, indicating a strong user base and reliable feedback. In contrast, Ascend has only 59 reviews, which may limit the insights available for potential buyers.
- Users say that BILL AP/AR's efficiency in vendor management and accounts payable processing is a standout feature, saving them hours of data entry each month. This is a significant advantage for small businesses looking to streamline their operations, while Ascend's focus on advanced tasks may appeal more to larger enterprises.
- Reviewers mention that Ascend's OCR capabilities for reading and analyzing invoices are impressive, allowing AP staff to focus on building vendor relationships rather than just data entry. However, this feature may not be as critical for smaller businesses that prioritize ease of use and quick setup, where BILL AP/AR shines.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products have similar star ratings, the overall experience with BILL AP/AR is enhanced by its higher scores in ease of setup and quality of support. Users have noted that the implementation process is intuitive, making it easier for teams to get started quickly.
- According to recent user feedback, BILL AP/AR is praised for its seamless integration with accounts receivable processes, making it a preferred choice for small businesses. In contrast, Ascend's strengths lie in its ability to communicate with various ERP systems, which may be more beneficial for larger organizations with complex needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ascend
No pricing availableBILL AP/AR
ESSENTIALS
$49.00
1 user Per Month
Spend 50% less time on AP, automate invoicing, and get paid 2x faster.
- Manually integrate with accounting software via CSV file import/export
- Easily enter bills
- Automate approval workflow
Free Trial
Ascend
No trial information availableBILL AP/AR
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
47
8.8
1,347
Ease of Use
9.1
49
8.8
1,385
Ease of Setup
9.3
18
8.6
939
Ease of Admin
9.4
18
8.7
795
Quality of Support
9.0
47
8.0
1,185
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
18
8.6
789
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
45
8.4
1,356
Features by Category
Payment Methods
Not enough data
8.8
134
Not enough data
7.5
114
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Payment Processing
Not enough data
8.5
127
Not enough data
9.0
135
Not enough data
8.4
124
Not enough data
8.5
130
Not enough data
8.2
122
Not enough data
8.2
116
Not enough data
8.5
133
Security and Compliance
Not enough data
8.7
106
Not enough data
8.5
100
Not enough data
8.4
105
Not enough data
8.9
105
Not enough data
8.5
90
Not enough data
8.6
89
Integration
Not enough data
8.3
101
Not enough data
7.8
106
Not enough data
7.8
104
Payment Types
Not enough data
8.8
102
Not enough data
7.8
93
Not enough data
7.2
81
Agentic AI - Enterprise Payment
Not enough data
7.0
23
Invoice Management
9.0
31
8.6
718
|
Verified
9.0
19
7.7
607
8.9
23
8.4
681
|
Verified
Invoice Processing
8.6
25
8.2
687
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.7
764
|
Verified
8.9
24
8.6
725
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.6
626
|
Verified
Analytics
8.9
29
8.8
760
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.7
23
7.4
614
|
Verified
Integration
8.9
23
8.7
759
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.5
735
|
Verified
9.1
27
7.8
621
|
Verified
Risk
Feature Not Available
7.7
604
9.0
29
8.0
614
Feature Not Available
7.3
569
Recovery
Feature Not Available
7.5
565
8.7
26
7.6
630
Audit
Feature Not Available
7.8
635
Feature Not Available
7.6
572
8.7
23
7.6
599
8.8
31
8.3
635
Fraud
Feature Not Available
8.0
650
Feature Not Available
7.8
602
Feature Not Available
8.0
605
Agentic AI - AP Automation
Not enough data
6.8
248
Not enough data
6.9
245
Not enough data
7.0
243
Invoice Generation
8.7
19
8.2
383
|
Verified
9.1
21
8.7
397
|
Verified
8.9
19
8.4
380
|
Verified
Invoice Processing
9.2
19
9.1
446
|
Verified
9.2
19
Feature Not Available
8.6
19
8.4
388
|
Verified
9.2
20
8.7
375
|
Verified
Analytics
9.2
20
8.9
432
|
Verified
9.2
18
8.1
366
|
Verified
9.4
18
8.0
342
|
Verified
9.4
18
8.9
402
|
Verified
Integration
9.4
22
8.7
437
|
Verified
9.7
20
8.9
436
|
Verified
9.4
21
8.0
360
|
Verified
9.4
22
8.6
407
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Invoice Management
Not enough data
7.4
84
Not enough data
7.3
83
Not enough data
7.4
83
Payment Processing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Payment Options
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cash Flow Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cash Flow Forecasting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Data Transfer
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Cash Flow Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bill Generation
Not enough data
8.2
345
Not enough data
8.6
362
Not enough data
8.5
352
Bill Processing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.8
362
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
297
Agentic AI - Billing
Not enough data
6.7
66
Operating System
9.2
30
Not enough data
9.1
16
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
Document Processing
9.0
27
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
9.1
17
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.1
26
Not enough data
9.2
22
Not enough data
9.3
21
Not enough data
Agentic AI - OCR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.6
321
Not enough data
8.6
320
Platform Administration
Not enough data
8.0
316
Not enough data
8.0
292
Not enough data
7.8
306
Platform Payment Content
Not enough data
8.4
309
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Reporting
Not enough data
8.5
223
Not enough data
7.3
205
Not enough data
8.5
225
Integrations
Not enough data
8.5
219
Not enough data
7.8
201
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Transactions
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
232
Not enough data
8.6
242
Workflows
Not enough data
8.6
222
Not enough data
8.2
222
Agentic AI - Accounts Receivable Automation
Not enough data
6.9
51
AI - Accounts Receivable
Not enough data
7.0
48
Not enough data
6.6
46
Not enough data
6.6
47
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ascend and BILL AP/AR are categorized as AP Automation and Invoice Management
Unique Categories
Ascend is categorized as OCR
BILL AP/AR is categorized as Contractor Payments, Enterprise Payment, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Cash Flow Management, and Payment Processing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ascend
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
BILL AP/AR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Hospital & Health Care
18.6%
Accounting
13.6%
Financial Services
10.2%
Information Technology and Services
6.8%
Computer Software
5.1%
Other
45.8%
Accounting
19.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
10.0%
Computer Software
6.2%
Information Technology and Services
4.7%
Financial Services
4.7%
Other
54.9%
Discussions
Ascend has no discussions with answers
How come some of our sttachments dont sync into Bill.com (they are .pdf's) and otherones do?
2 Comments
EC
hi i am also a victim of this BITLL which until now my money is under frozen how can i get it?Read more
How long does Bill com take to pay?
2 Comments
DW
Far, far too long. Where an international wire usually arrives within a couple of days if done without them involved, they take 7. Worst of all, they appear...Read more
When will you have more flexibility with invoices for billing - i.e. adding the ability to have comments on invoices
1 Comment
KJ
From my account, I have the option to add messages on invoices. I have this option both with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Read more
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