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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (89.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Avalara
Star Rating
(770)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(186)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (89.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that FastSpring excels in customer support, with users highlighting their knowledgeable account managers and the ability to resolve issues effectively. This level of support is particularly beneficial for small businesses looking for reliable assistance in their e-commerce operations.
- Users say that FastSpring simplifies the complexities of e-commerce, making it easier for businesses to focus on selling online. Reviewers appreciate features like multiple payment modes and the ability to offer discounts, which enhance the overall selling experience.
- According to verified reviews, Avalara is recognized for its automation capabilities, particularly in streamlining the monthly sales tax process. Users value how it organizes and stores exemption certificates, which can save time and reduce administrative burdens.
- Reviewers mention that while Avalara provides solid customer service, it may not match the level of support offered by FastSpring. Some users have expressed a desire for more responsive assistance when questions arise, indicating a potential area for improvement.
- G2 reviewers highlight that FastSpring's ease of setup is a significant advantage, with many users noting a smooth onboarding experience. This is particularly appealing for small businesses that may lack extensive technical resources.
- Users indicate that while Avalara serves a broader market, its focus on mid-market clients may leave small businesses feeling less catered to. This could be a consideration for smaller enterprises looking for a solution tailored to their specific needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Avalara
No pricing availableFastSpring
No pricing availableFree Trial
Avalara
Free Trial is available
FastSpring
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.1
458
9.1
153
Ease of Use
8.0
604
8.8
153
Ease of Setup
7.2
437
8.2
110
Ease of Admin
7.6
283
8.9
109
Quality of Support
6.8
457
9.1
149
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.0
289
9.3
109
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
454
8.2
147
Features by Category
Billing and Payments
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.1
14
Not enough data
8.8
15
Revenue Recognition
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
8.8
10
Revenue Optimization
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
6.9
12
Not enough data
8.3
8
Billing
Not enough data
8.8
32
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
20
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
26
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
17
|
Verified
Dunning
Not enough data
8.9
18
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
15
|
Verified
Performance
Not enough data
8.5
24
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
29
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
25
|
Verified
Reporting
Not enough data
8.1
15
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
15
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Subscription Billing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Global Shipping
8.0
16
Not enough data
7.3
17
Not enough data
6.7
16
Not enough data
7.1
16
Not enough data
Payments and Pricing
6.9
15
Not enough data
6.6
16
Not enough data
7.2
17
Not enough data
6.7
16
Not enough data
6.2
17
Not enough data
Global ecommerce management
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.1
15
Not enough data
Portals
7.0
14
Not enough data
6.3
14
Not enough data
7.0
14
Not enough data
Bill Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bill Processing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Billing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Order Management
Not enough data
8.5
9
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
14
|
Verified
Products & Plans
Not enough data
8.6
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
8
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
11
|
Verified
Pricing
Not enough data
9.0
13
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
9
|
Verified
Revenue Management
Not enough data
8.3
12
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
10
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
13
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
11
|
Verified
Integration
Not enough data
8.2
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
10
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
9
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Subscription Management
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
Tracking
8.3
194
Not enough data
6.5
139
Not enough data
6.8
139
Not enough data
7.6
170
Not enough data
7.3
159
Not enough data
7.6
154
Not enough data
Integrations
7.2
177
Not enough data
Remittance
7.8
176
Not enough data
7.1
165
Not enough data
6.2
140
Not enough data
7.1
153
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Sales Tax and VAT Compliance
7.3
31
Not enough data
6.7
27
Not enough data
Headless Commerce
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - E-Commerce Platforms
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
Merchandising/Marketing
Not enough data
8.2
68
Not enough data
8.3
65
Not enough data
8.4
52
Not enough data
9.1
66
Not enough data
7.8
39
Not enough data
7.7
34
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Product Catalog
Not enough data
8.4
65
Not enough data
8.6
63
Not enough data
8.3
42
Not enough data
9.1
58
Order Process
Not enough data
9.2
85
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
84
Not enough data
9.4
86
Not enough data
9.2
85
Not enough data
9.1
80
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
23
Multi-Channel Support
Not enough data
8.7
46
Not enough data
9.0
47
Not enough data
8.4
29
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
61
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
28
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
29
Not enough data
8.7
26
Platform
Not enough data
8.6
58
Not enough data
8.2
74
Not enough data
8.4
50
Not enough data
8.6
58
Not enough data
8.3
81
Not enough data
9.1
78
Not enough data
8.7
31
Not enough data
8.8
62
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
66
Not enough data
9.2
77
Not enough data
9.4
82
Tax Planning
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
Tax Filing
9.2
16
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
Workflows
8.8
18
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
Payment processing - Merchant of Record
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
Tax management - Merchant of Record
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security and Compliance - Merchant of Record
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 - Merchant of Record
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - SAP Store
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
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Avalara and FastSpring are categorized as Sales Tax and VAT Compliance
Unique Categories
FastSpring is categorized as Subscription Billing, Subscription Revenue Management, Subscription Management, E-Commerce Platforms, Billing, and Merchant of Record
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Avalara
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
FastSpring
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
Retail
11.8%
Computer Software
11.8%
Accounting
9.0%
Manufacturing
8.3%
Wholesale
6.2%
Other
52.8%
Computer Software
42.6%
Information Technology and Services
10.8%
Internet
6.8%
Music
5.1%
Marketing and Advertising
4.0%
Other
30.7%
Discussions
I didn’t know I was supposed to register — do I need to worry about past sales?
2 Comments
Official Response from Avalara
It depends on the amount of sales you had and in which states. Do you owe more than $10,000 in taxes? A state probably isn’t going to just let that go, and...Read more
Do wholesale sales count toward NEXUS?
2 Comments
MS
It depends on the state. Along with advice from CPAs, I use the sales tax institute site to help...Read more
Can I refile a return that was filed in an SST state without Avalara's assistance?
2 Comments
MS
Yes, you can file any return without Avalara's assistance. Their selling point is that they do it for free if you enroll in their SST return service. We file...Read more
Is the affiliation platform more easy to use than when it was created?
1 Comment
CG
Hi Jean, thank you for your question. We have made some significant changes to our affiliate program over the years in an effort to make it easier to use for...Read more
Has anybody had a successful relationship with this business?
1 Comment
MH
Frankly speaking, I started to get along well with my business only when I started to take seriously the need to use different documents. For example,...Read more
How much does FastSpring cost?
1 Comment
EM
FastSpring has 2 pricing options: An 8.9% fee of the total transaction value of the transaction. A 5.9% fee of the total transaction's value, plus 95 cents...Read more
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