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Compare Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense) and Extend 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (51.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (60.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)
Star Rating
(1,853)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (51.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)Extend
Star Rating
(284)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
Learn more about ExtendSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Emburse Expense Enterprise excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a higher G2 Score compared to Extend. Users appreciate its robust features, such as the ability to easily add reimbursement data and the convenience of a mobile app that simplifies expense tracking.
- Users say that Extend shines in its ease of management for online payments and subscriptions, particularly for remote teams. The ability to quickly issue virtual cards without lengthy approval processes is a standout feature, making it a favorite for those needing flexibility in transactions.
- Reviewers mention that while Emburse Expense Enterprise has a more complex setup, it offers powerful tools for larger enterprises. Users highlight the application’s capability to assist with automatic reimbursements and its effective receipt capture functionality, which streamlines the expense reporting process.
- According to verified reviews, Extend's user interface is praised for its layout and functionality, making it intuitive for users. This ease of use is reflected in its higher ratings for setup and administration, which many users find straightforward and efficient.
- G2 reviewers note that Emburse Expense Enterprise, while feature-rich, may require a steeper learning curve for new users. However, once accustomed, users find it beneficial for managing complex expense workflows, especially in larger organizations.
- Users highlight that both products have their strengths, but Extend's focus on small businesses allows it to cater effectively to that market segment. Its features for managing subscriptions and payments are particularly well-received, making it a practical choice for smaller teams looking for simplicity and efficiency.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)
No pricing availableExtend
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Free
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Free Trial
Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)
Free Trial is available
Extend
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
556
9.2
268
Ease of Use
8.5
1,251
9.3
275
Ease of Setup
8.4
686
9.3
236
Ease of Admin
8.3
242
9.3
168
Quality of Support
8.0
441
9.3
215
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
237
9.4
165
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
546
9.7
275
Features by Category
Expense Reports
8.6
469
|
Verified
8.7
161
8.3
382
|
Verified
8.8
157
8.0
381
|
Verified
8.4
156
8.5
455
|
Verified
8.7
155
8.9
441
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.5
304
|
Verified
8.1
145
8.5
325
|
Verified
8.8
154
Agentic AI - Expense Management
5.9
18
8.9
22
7.3
16
8.6
22
Travel Management
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.5
212
Feature Not Available
7.5
207
Feature Not Available
7.7
243
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Client Invoicing
7.7
218
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.7
220
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.8
209
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Mobile
8.6
385
|
Verified
8.1
146
8.5
312
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.5
202
Feature Not Available
Platform
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.1
280
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Administration
8.2
231
|
Verified
8.6
140
Administration
8.2
286
|
Verified
8.6
152
8.5
313
|
Verified
8.6
151
8.2
304
|
Verified
8.3
150
8.4
319
|
Verified
8.5
148
8.6
325
|
Verified
8.7
150
Platform
7.9
326
|
Verified
8.6
148
7.8
260
|
Verified
7.9
144
8.1
236
|
Verified
8.4
141
8.4
336
|
Verified
9.2
153
8.2
294
|
Verified
8.4
147
7.5
211
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Setup
Not enough data
8.6
142
Not enough data
9.0
140
Not enough data
8.9
139
Performance
Not enough data
8.4
140
Not enough data
8.4
139
Not enough data
8.2
134
Not enough data
8.2
135
Payment Cards
Not enough data
9.3
146
Not enough data
9.4
147
Not enough data
7.2
131
Reporting
Not enough data
8.9
139
Not enough data
8.8
137
Not enough data
8.7
139
Not enough data
8.7
135
Payments
Not enough data
8.4
134
Not enough data
8.8
133
Not enough data
7.7
127
Not enough data
7.6
126
Fraud & Risk Management
Not enough data
8.8
131
Not enough data
9.4
139
Not enough data
9.3
134
Agentic AI - Spend Management
Not enough data
7.1
11
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense) and Extend are categorized as Expense Management
Unique Categories
Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense) is categorized as UKG Marketplace
Extend is categorized as Spend Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Extend
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
Higher Education
7.8%
Law Practice
5.8%
Automotive
5.7%
Education Management
5.0%
Accounting
4.7%
Other
71.1%
Construction
11.1%
Retail
10.4%
Marketing and Advertising
9.3%
Information Technology and Services
5.0%
Accounting
5.0%
Other
59.1%
Alternatives
Discussions
How do I upload receipts?
2 Comments
Official Response from Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)
Chrome River offers several ways to upload receipts:
Snap & Send via email - Users can quickly and easily Snap & Send emails with an image file attached...Read more
Is there a Mobile App version?
2 Comments
MV
Yes, if you have the proper version of Chrome River on the server side. Read more
Does Chrome River charge per expense report submitted?
1 Comment
Official Response from Emburse Expense Enterprise (formerly Chrome River Expense)
Chrome River offers three cost-effective, subscription-based pricing models. The first is a transaction-based model that is priced according to expense...Read more
Extend has no discussions with answers
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