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Compare Shoeboxed and Zoho Expense 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (90.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (81.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free forever
$0.00
Shoeboxed
Star Rating
(30)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (90.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
Free forever
Browse all 4 pricing plansZoho Expense
Star Rating
(1,444)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (81.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Zoho Expense significantly outperforms Shoeboxed in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score. Users appreciate the clean and easy-to-navigate interface of Zoho Expense, which makes submitting expenses straightforward, especially with the mobile app for snapping photos of receipts.
- According to verified reviews, Shoeboxed excels in digital receipt management, with users highlighting its ability to catalog documents perfectly and the effectiveness of its OCR technology. This feature allows for easy searching of receipts, making tax preparation much simpler.
- Users say that Zoho Expense offers a generally smooth and efficient experience, with many noting its multi-lingual AI interpretation of scanned receipts as a standout feature. This capability enhances usability for diverse teams, making it a strong choice for businesses with international operations.
- Reviewers mention that while Shoeboxed has a strong focus on receipt capture and employee reimbursement, it lacks the extensive feature set and user base of Zoho Expense, which has garnered over 1400 reviews compared to Shoeboxed's 30. This larger user base contributes to a more robust support community and feature development.
- G2 reviewers highlight that both products are easy to set up, but Zoho Expense's interface is often described as straightforward and efficient, allowing users to transition from other tools like Google Sheets with minimal friction. This ease of use is a significant advantage for teams looking to streamline their expense management processes.
- Users report that while Shoeboxed has strong capabilities in areas like receipt capture and reporting, Zoho Expense's overall feature set, including its approval workflows and mobile support, makes it a more comprehensive solution for businesses looking to manage expenses effectively.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shoeboxed
DIY
Free
forever
- 5 docs per month
- digital submission only
- low-priority processing
Zoho Expense
Free Plan
$0.00
For small businesses and freelancers to track expenses and mileage claims. Includes a free mobile app (iOS & Android) to capture receipts and track expenses on the go. Upto 3 users.
- 5 GB Receipt Storage
- 20 Receipt Autoscans
- Multicurrency Expenses
Free Trial
Shoeboxed
Free Trial is available
Zoho Expense
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
28
8.8
1,177
Ease of Use
8.7
28
8.8
1,197
Ease of Setup
8.8
12
8.6
881
Ease of Admin
8.7
10
8.7
760
Quality of Support
8.4
21
8.5
955
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
14
8.7
713
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
28
9.1
1,153
Features by Category
Expense Reports
8.8
10
|
Verified
8.7
849
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
606
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
711
|
Verified
9.5
14
|
Verified
8.7
806
|
Verified
9.7
6
|
Verified
8.4
661
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.2
605
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
523
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
7.4
46
Not enough data
7.8
47
Travel Management
Feature Not Available
7.7
369
Feature Not Available
7.5
413
Feature Not Available
7.6
413
Not enough data
7.6
421
Client Invoicing
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.7
358
Not enough data
7.9
429
|
Verified
Mobile
9.3
15
|
Verified
8.8
765
|
Verified
7.7
8
|
Verified
8.3
515
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.5
285
Platform
Feature Not Available
7.7
390
|
Verified
8.1
6
|
Verified
7.9
427
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.0
343
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.3
547
|
Verified
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.4
586
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
564
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
513
|
Verified
8.6
6
|
Verified
8.6
638
|
Verified
Platform
9.5
10
|
Verified
8.4
653
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
422
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
402
|
Verified
9.4
11
|
Verified
8.7
637
|
Verified
9.2
10
|
Verified
8.6
584
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.7
408
|
Verified
Setup
Not enough data
8.5
114
Not enough data
8.6
120
Not enough data
8.6
117
Not enough data
8.5
115
Tracking
Not enough data
9.0
139
Not enough data
8.6
121
Not enough data
8.7
118
Reimbursement
Not enough data
8.9
133
Not enough data
9.1
145
Not enough data
8.7
119
Platform - Mileage Tracking
Not enough data
8.9
58
Not enough data
8.2
55
Agentic AI - Mileage Tracking
Not enough data
7.7
11
Not enough data
7.1
11
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shoeboxed and Zoho Expense are categorized as Expense Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shoeboxed
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Zoho 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
Non-Profit Organization Management
13.3%
Venture Capital & Private Equity
6.7%
Retail
6.7%
Marketing and Advertising
6.7%
Hospital & Health Care
6.7%
Other
60.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.3%
Computer Software
5.9%
Construction
4.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.2%
Accounting
3.6%
Other
73.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
Shoeboxed has no discussions with answers
How can I import my e-receipt from my cellphone to this software?
2 Comments
BJ
One way is to email the e-receipt to the unique Zoho expense email address associated with your account. Read more
What are the pricing plans for Zoho Expense?
1 Comment
Official Response from Zoho Expense
The monthly plan comes at a price of $15/month for a 10 user pack and $2/month for every additional user. The yearly plan comes at a price of $150 (for 10...Read more
What accounting software does Zoho Expense integrate with?
1 Comment
TM
Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop, Xero, Microsoft Dyanmics, Oracle, SAP, and Zoho BooksRead more
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