Compare Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software and Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense) 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (46.9% of reviews)
Mid-Market (49.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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Starting at $3,000.00 Per Year
Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software
Star Rating
(32)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (46.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
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Browse all 3 pricing plansEmburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense)
Star Rating
(2,372)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $3,000.00 Per Year
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense)Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Emburse Expense Professional excels in expense tracking, with users appreciating features like the ability to upload receipts and utilize an autofill feature for quick submissions. This functionality is particularly beneficial for those who need to manage expenses efficiently.
- Users say that Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software stands out for its mobile-friendly interface and overall ease of use. Reviewers highlight the system's flexibility and the ability to track approvals, which is essential for maintaining an auditing trail.
- According to verified reviews, Emburse Expense Professional has a significantly higher overall satisfaction score, indicating that users feel more positively about their experience with the software compared to Bellwether BPM. This is reflected in the volume of recent reviews, with Emburse receiving 28 compared to Bellwether's 0.
- Reviewers mention that while Emburse Expense Professional has made recent updates, some users feel that many new features are not relevant to their needs, suggesting a potential mismatch for certain companies. This contrasts with Bellwether, where users appreciate the system's vendor verification capabilities.
- Users highlight that Bellwether BPM offers a higher quality of support, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In comparison, while Emburse's support is rated well, it does not reach the same level of satisfaction as Bellwether's.
- G2 reviewers indicate that Emburse Expense Professional has a more robust market presence, which may provide users with more resources and community support. However, Bellwether BPM's focus on specific purchasing needs and its strong auditing features make it a compelling choice for organizations prioritizing those aspects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software
Essential
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- Cloud-Based
- Integration with QuickBooks + APIs
- Automated Workflows
Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense)
Emburse Expense Professional
Starting at $3,000.00
Per Year
Emburse Expense Professional is available for small and medium-sized organizations. It provides flexible connectivity with your accounting software, a menu of time-saving optional services, and training to help your team maximize its potential. Emburse Expense Professional is billed annually.
- Free mobile app to build + submit reports
- Receipt scanning and data autofill
- Unlimited cloud receipt storage
Free Trial
Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software
No trial information availableEmburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense)
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
23
9.2
1,690
Ease of Use
9.1
23
9.0
1,978
Ease of Setup
9.1
15
8.5
549
Ease of Admin
9.3
15
8.6
412
Quality of Support
9.5
23
9.0
1,301
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
15
8.7
405
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
21
8.7
1,688
Features by Category
Expense Reports
Not enough data
9.1
1294
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
818
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
991
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Verified
Not enough data
9.0
1223
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Verified
Not enough data
9.3
1159
Not enough data
8.7
549
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
557
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Travel Management
Not enough data
8.7
477
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
439
Not enough data
8.6
428
Not enough data
8.3
284
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
177
Generative AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Mobile
Not enough data
9.1
1200
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
803
Not enough data
8.7
406
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
207
Not enough data
8.4
457
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
247
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Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
467
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
509
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
513
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
496
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
545
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
553
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
388
Not enough data
8.5
348
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
599
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
557
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Setup
Not enough data
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Performance
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Payment Cards
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
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Payments
Not enough data
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Fraud & Risk Management
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Spend Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
Not enough data
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Execution
Not enough data
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Analytics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Procure to Pay
Not enough data
Not enough data
Accounts Payable (AP) and Spend AnalysisHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
Not enough data
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Data Management
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Accounts Payable (AP) and Spend Analysis
Not enough data
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Analytics
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Recovery
Not enough data
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AP Data Processing
Not enough data
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Not enough data
RFP Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
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RFP Distribution
Not enough data
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Submissions
Not enough data
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RFP Response
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - RFP
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Invoice Management
Not enough data
9.0
55
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
44
Supplier Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Execution
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Invoice Processing
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
47
Not enough data
9.0
49
Not enough data
9.1
44
Not enough data
9.1
50
Supplier Information
Not enough data
8.7
49
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
50
Analytics
Not enough data
9.0
49
Not enough data
9.0
51
Not enough data
9.0
51
Not enough data
8.8
48
Not enough data
8.5
43
Integration
Not enough data
8.9
53
Not enough data
8.8
54
Not enough data
8.6
47
Not enough data
8.9
43
Agentic AI - Purchasing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Expense Reporting
Not enough data
9.1
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
68
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
69
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
80
|
Verified
Travel Management
Not enough data
8.7
477
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
439
Not enough data
8.6
428
Not enough data
8.3
284
Approval
Not enough data
8.6
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
78
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
87
|
Verified
AI - Travel Management
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Agentic AI - Travel Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Employee Risk 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
Sustainability & Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Supplier Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Contract Management
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Data Collection
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Project Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Strategic Sourcing
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
Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software and Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense) are categorized as Purchasing
Unique Categories
Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software is categorized as Spend Management, Strategic Sourcing, Accounts Payable (AP) and Spend Analysis, Procure to Pay, and RFP
Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense) is categorized as Expense Management and Travel Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense)
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
Oil & Energy
9.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
9.4%
Accounting
6.3%
Construction
6.3%
Financial Services
6.3%
Other
62.5%
Financial Services
5.3%
Hospital & Health Care
4.3%
Computer Software
3.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.7%
Insurance
3.6%
Other
79.3%
Discussions
What is Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software used for?
1 Comment
WM
Mainly it is used for our MRO purchases.
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Can purchase requisitions be automatically routed through multiple levels of approval for electronic signoff?
1 Comment
Official Response from Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software
Bellwether Purchasing Software workflow automates the entire approval process. The approval process hierarchy is predetermined by you and approvals are...Read more
How much does Bellwether Purchasing Software cost?
1 Comment
Official Response from Bellwether BPM Purchasing Software
Software Price can have a broad range depending on the number of Bellwether Purchasing Software modules, the delivery model, and the number of concurrent or...Read more
Can I adjust the default map generated when I "Map It"?
4 Comments
KF
No, you cannot modify the generated map.Read more
Will there be an app for certify?
4 Comments
BA
Hi Raiza,
Thank you for your inquiry! We do currently offer a Certify app, which is available for Apple and Android products. You can download the app at...Read more
How do I upload receipts?
4 Comments
Official Response from Emburse Expense Professional (formerly Certify Expense)
No smartphone? No problem. Certify offers 11 different ways to enter receipts, including email, upload, text, fax and more. No matter which way you choose,...Read more
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