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Compare Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus) and Expensify 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (52.5% of reviews)
Mid-Market (49.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$120.00 15 Users Per Month
Free Trial
Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
Star Rating
(1,104)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (52.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$120.00 15 Users Per Month
Browse all 2 pricing plansExpensify
Star Rating
(5,549)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Expensify excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its significantly higher G2 Score compared to Emburse Spend. Users appreciate its comprehensive features, such as the ability to capture expenses immediately after purchases, which helps prevent missed claims.
- Users say that while both platforms are user-friendly, Emburse Spend stands out for its quick receipt submission and fast reimbursement process. This feature is particularly praised by users who value efficiency in managing their expenses.
- According to verified reviews, Expensify offers a more extensive range of features, including customizable tax settings, which many users find advantageous. This flexibility allows for a more tailored experience compared to Emburse Spend, which, while effective, may not provide the same level of customization.
- Reviewers mention that the implementation process for Expensify is generally smooth, although some users have noted minor configuration challenges. In contrast, Emburse Spend is highlighted for its ease of use and strong support, making it a solid choice for teams looking for straightforward expense tracking.
- Users highlight that Expensify's reporting capabilities are robust, allowing for detailed insights into spending patterns. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses that need to analyze expenses closely, whereas Emburse Spend, while effective, may not offer the same depth in reporting.
- G2 reviewers indicate that both products have strong support systems, but Emburse Spend receives slightly higher marks for customer service. Users appreciate the responsive support team, which enhances their overall experience, especially when navigating the software's features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
Emburse Spend - Basic
$120.00
15 Users Per Month
- Cards: Feed integration & issuance
- Accounting: Quickbooks, Xero, custom export template
- Payments: 50 monthly ACH reimbursements
Free Trial
Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
Free Trial is available
Expensify
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
1,004
9.3
4,609
Ease of Use
9.3
1,031
9.1
4,657
Ease of Setup
9.1
141
8.7
988
Ease of Admin
8.9
136
8.2
653
Quality of Support
9.0
617
8.9
3,127
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
126
8.4
627
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
985
8.5
4,490
Features by Category
Expense Reports
9.3
718
|
Verified
9.2
3790
|
Verified
9.1
796
|
Verified
8.8
2861
|
Verified
8.5
730
|
Verified
8.6
3298
|
Verified
9.1
808
|
Verified
9.2
3697
|
Verified
9.4
825
|
Verified
9.3
3419
|
Verified
9.1
256
|
Verified
8.9
1953
|
Verified
8.9
228
|
Verified
8.8
2230
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Expense Management
8.1
6
8.0
80
8.1
6
8.5
82
Travel Management
8.7
34
8.8
1555
9.0
34
8.6
1397
|
Verified
8.8
32
8.6
1395
|
Verified
8.5
109
8.7
1390
|
Verified
Client Invoicing
Feature Not Available
8.9
1659
|
Verified
9.2
284
|
Verified
9.0
1767
|
Verified
8.8
221
|
Verified
8.8
1459
|
Verified
Mobile
9.4
752
|
Verified
9.2
3588
|
Verified
9.1
294
|
Verified
8.9
2290
|
Verified
8.3
14
8.8
1522
|
Verified
Platform
8.7
140
|
Verified
8.5
1564
|
Verified
8.9
141
|
Verified
8.6
1755
|
Verified
Administration
8.9
113
|
Verified
8.8
1280
|
Verified
Administration
8.8
166
|
Verified
8.8
1745
|
Verified
8.9
190
|
Verified
9.0
2070
|
Verified
8.6
173
|
Verified
9.0
2126
|
Verified
8.9
163
|
Verified
8.9
1832
|
Verified
9.0
189
|
Verified
9.1
2066
|
Verified
Platform
8.7
184
|
Verified
9.1
2248
|
Verified
8.7
142
|
Verified
8.7
1396
|
Verified
8.7
26
8.8
1436
|
Verified
9.0
216
|
Verified
9.2
2517
|
Verified
9.2
188
|
Verified
9.1
2200
|
Verified
8.6
116
|
Verified
8.6
1471
|
Verified
Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance
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 Cards
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Payments
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Fraud & Risk Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Spend Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Expense Reporting
Not enough data
9.5
107
Not enough data
9.3
85
Not enough data
9.5
88
Not enough data
9.4
109
Travel Management
8.7
34
8.8
1555
9.0
34
8.6
1397
|
Verified
8.8
32
8.6
1395
|
Verified
8.5
109
8.7
1390
|
Verified
Approval
Not enough data
9.4
104
Not enough data
9.5
95
Not enough data
9.6
107
AI - Travel Management
Not enough data
8.1
44
Not enough data
8.2
44
Not enough data
8.4
45
Not enough data
8.7
46
Not enough data
8.6
45
Agentic AI - Travel Management
Not enough data
7.4
20
Not enough data
7.7
21
Card 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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Controls
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
Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus) and Expensify are categorized as Expense Management
Unique Categories
Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus) is categorized as Payment Card Issuance and Spend Management
Expensify is categorized as Travel Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Expensify
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
Computer Software
14.4%
Internet
13.7%
Information Technology and Services
7.2%
Information Services
7.0%
Financial Services
4.1%
Other
53.6%
Computer Software
16.3%
Information Technology and Services
11.3%
Marketing and Advertising
4.7%
Internet
4.6%
Financial Services
4.1%
Other
59.0%
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Discussions
Can I use Abacus to create custom reports?
2 Comments
Official Response from Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
Abacus works like a search engine - cataloging every expense individually. This means that you can create a report by using any combination of expense and...Read more
Can I sync my corporate card program?
1 Comment
Official Response from Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
You can connect your corporate card program to Abacus and see the status of all cards in a single dashboard view. As they are used, you will see posted...Read more
Can you read receipt images?
1 Comment
Official Response from Emburse Spend (formerly Abacus)
Just snap a photo or forward your receipt and we'll start drafting the expense for you - filling in date, vendor, amount and then auto-categorizing it based...Read more
Is there a free version of expensify?
9 Comments
SP
Yes for personal accounts,
No for business accountsRead more
How do employees get reimbursed through Expensify? And, how long does reimbursement take?
5 Comments
EB
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Do you know if we can just email Expense and those can be recorded as well?
4 Comments
MK
Yes, you can emails receipts to be recorded to receipts@expensify.com Read more
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