Compare BigTime and Pleo 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (62.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$20.00 1 user Per Month
Starting at £9.50 Per Month
BigTime
Star Rating
(1,670)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$20.00 1 user Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansPleo
Star Rating
(1,435)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at £9.50 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Pleo excels in user-friendliness, with many users appreciating how easy it is to handle company expenses. One user highlighted that employees can pay with the card and upload receipts immediately, which significantly streamlines the process compared to traditional expense reports.
- Users say that BigTime offers a robust timesheet view, allowing for quick edits and easy switching between tasks. This feature has been praised for its efficiency, making it simple for users to track their time accurately throughout the week.
- According to verified reviews, Pleo's initial setup is notably straightforward, with users mentioning that they found the onboarding process to be very easy. This contrasts with some feedback for BigTime, where users have expressed challenges in configuration, indicating a steeper learning curve.
- Reviewers mention that BigTime shines in its quality of support, with a high score reflecting positive experiences. Users have noted easy access to helpful resources like tips, webinars, and a knowledge base, which enhances their overall experience.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Pleo's digital receipt management is particularly strong, with users appreciating the convenience of managing receipts directly through the app. This feature, combined with the ease of use, makes Pleo a favorite for those looking to simplify expense tracking.
- Users report that while both platforms offer solid features, BigTime's advanced integrations and project accounting capabilities are beneficial for businesses needing detailed financial oversight. However, Pleo's focus on expense management and user experience makes it a compelling choice for small businesses looking for simplicity.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BigTime
Essentials
$20.00
1 user Per Month
Deliver great work and get paid faster.
- Time Tracking
- Expense Management
- Project Management
Pleo
Starter
Starting at £9.50
Per Month
For entrepreneurs and micro companies who want to automate their expenses.
- Pleo company cards (plastic/virtual)
- Manage & Pay Invoices
- Real-time expense tracking
Free Trial
BigTime
Free Trial is available
Pleo
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
1,394
9.2
1,131
Ease of Use
8.7
1,444
9.5
1,141
Ease of Setup
8.2
978
9.0
563
Ease of Admin
8.7
942
8.9
445
Quality of Support
9.2
1,295
8.9
875
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
941
8.9
439
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
1,363
9.1
1,083
Features by Category
Expense Reports
8.7
522
8.7
656
|
Verified
7.8
234
8.9
613
|
Verified
8.0
279
8.4
679
|
Verified
8.5
351
9.2
814
|
Verified
8.6
381
8.6
483
|
Verified
7.4
132
Feature Not Available
7.8
210
8.5
545
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
7.1
80
Not enough data
7.3
79
Travel Management
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.9
199
7.7
366
Client Invoicing
8.4
702
Feature Not Available
7.7
356
Feature Not Available
8.3
533
7.7
374
Generative AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Mobile
8.6
350
9.2
823
|
Verified
8.4
293
7.4
345
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Platform
6.9
137
7.2
414
|
Verified
8.0
280
7.5
404
|
Verified
Administration
7.3
117
8.1
377
|
Verified
Administration
8.4
691
8.3
485
|
Verified
8.4
692
8.5
510
|
Verified
8.0
547
8.8
663
|
Verified
8.0
415
8.1
402
|
Verified
8.7
783
8.8
593
|
Verified
Platform
8.4
825
8.3
529
|
Verified
8.1
517
8.1
413
|
Verified
7.6
340
8.1
364
8.8
795
9.0
702
|
Verified
8.2
576
9.0
629
|
Verified
7.8
360
Feature Not Available
Tasks
8.6
297
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
271
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
260
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
241
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
218
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
229
Not enough data
7.7
235
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
232
|
Verified
Not enough data
Projects
8.1
249
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
228
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
215
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
228
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
247
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
292
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
219
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
267
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
205
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
333
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
197
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
7.8
212
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
238
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
243
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
7.8
201
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
229
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
273
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.2
64
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Setup
Not enough data
7.7
103
Not enough data
8.1
108
Not enough data
7.9
102
Performance
Not enough data
7.2
105
Not enough data
7.4
101
Not enough data
7.2
100
Not enough data
7.1
100
Payment Cards
Not enough data
7.9
101
Not enough data
8.2
104
Not enough data
8.2
109
Reporting
Not enough data
8.4
103
Not enough data
8.0
101
Not enough data
8.2
104
Not enough data
7.7
96
Payments
Not enough data
7.7
100
Not enough data
7.8
99
Not enough data
8.1
99
Not enough data
7.2
91
Fraud & Risk Management
Not enough data
8.1
96
Not enough data
8.0
103
Not enough data
8.5
98
Agentic AI - Spend Management
Not enough data
7.0
33
Invoice Generation
Not enough data
7.2
58
Not enough data
8.3
73
Not enough data
8.0
65
Invoice Processing
Not enough data
8.1
77
Not enough data
7.3
61
Not enough data
7.3
62
Not enough data
8.0
68
Analytics
Not enough data
7.9
67
Not enough data
8.0
70
Not enough data
7.0
59
Not enough data
8.4
82
Integration
Not enough data
8.2
73
Not enough data
8.7
90
Not enough data
7.3
57
Not enough data
8.0
65
Agentic AI - Invoice Management
Not enough data
6.8
13
Not enough data
6.4
13
Not enough data
6.4
13
Planning
7.5
46
Not enough data
7.8
53
Not enough data
7.8
51
Not enough data
Optimization
7.9
55
Not enough data
7.6
51
Not enough data
7.3
49
Not enough data
Customer Management
8.5
120
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
70
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
83
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Management
8.2
108
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
156
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
98
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
107
|
Verified
Not enough data
Accounting
8.2
101
Not enough data
8.6
119
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
97
Not enough data
8.4
122
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
128
|
Verified
Not enough data
Portfolio Management
8.0
81
Not enough data
8.2
80
Not enough data
7.7
74
Not enough data
8.1
73
Not enough data
Analytics
8.3
91
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
153
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
8.2
114
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
130
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
113
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
68
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
151
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
115
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.5
9
Not enough data
6.5
9
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Professional Services Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Professional Services Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bill Generation
8.0
242
Not enough data
8.4
216
Not enough data
7.7
175
Not enough data
Bill Processing
7.7
188
Not enough data
8.0
202
Not enough data
8.3
235
Not enough data
Integration
8.2
241
Not enough data
7.8
201
Not enough data
7.1
152
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Billing
6.9
6
Not enough data
Card Management
Not enough data
8.5
209
Not enough data
8.9
210
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
183
Not enough data
8.0
173
Not enough data
8.2
163
Controls
Not enough data
7.4
129
Not enough data
8.7
194
Not enough data
8.3
153
Not enough data
8.2
166
Not enough data
7.3
129
Not enough data
7.6
129
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Time Tracking
9.3
930
Not enough data
9.1
894
Not enough data
9.0
808
Not enough data
Client Invoicing
8.4
702
Feature Not Available
7.7
356
Feature Not Available
8.3
533
7.7
374
Mobile Time Tracking
9.1
774
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
691
8.3
485
|
Verified
8.4
692
8.5
510
|
Verified
8.0
547
8.8
663
|
Verified
8.0
415
8.1
402
|
Verified
8.7
783
8.8
593
|
Verified
Platform
8.4
825
8.3
529
|
Verified
8.1
517
8.1
413
|
Verified
7.6
340
8.1
364
8.8
795
9.0
702
|
Verified
8.2
576
9.0
629
|
Verified
7.8
360
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BigTime and Pleo are categorized as Expense Management
Unique Categories
BigTime is categorized as Professional Services Automation, Project Management, Billing, Time Tracking, and Resource Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BigTime
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Pleo
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
Accounting
13.7%
Architecture & Planning
10.4%
Civil Engineering
9.6%
Information Technology and Services
6.5%
Consulting
5.8%
Other
54.1%
Computer Software
12.3%
Information Technology and Services
8.6%
Marketing and Advertising
5.9%
Financial Services
4.4%
Hospitality
2.8%
Other
66.0%
Discussions
we need an outside bookkeeping VA to do basic things we don't have time skill to do - any referals??
2 Comments
JS
I've been using the software since 2017. I also work virtually as a consultant in Finance. I'm happy to discuss my qualifications. Please let me know if...Read more
What is BigTime used for?
1 Comment
JF
As an architectural business, we use Big Time to log our time, usually in 15 minute intervals, showing how much time was spend on each task, for each phase,...Read more
Does anyone have tips for how they use task tracking in BigTime?
1 Comment
TR
I utilize the workflow alot of task tracking. This feature helps manage task, see where they are in their life cycle and even drill down to the employee. ...Read more
Pleo card is not accepted by all organisations
2 Comments
SL
Hi Stephen. Pleo cards can be used in more than 30 million locations worldwide, online and in stores, making corporate purchasing easy and convenient – just...Read more
Pleo isn't on UBER as one of the options for auto-submitting expenses
1 Comment
EL
Have you tried just entering as a Mastercard?
I use it for tickets and taxi in Denmark and Sweden without any problems.Read more
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