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10 companies ranked alongside Basware on Lister's rankings, compared on what each is best for, its starting price and its Lister Score.

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The closest alternatives to Basware on Lister are SAP Ariba, Coupa and Tipalti, the companies that share the most rankings with it. Each is compared below on its stated best fit, starting price and Lister Score.
Basware alternatives, compared
#ALTERNATIVEBEST FORSCOREFROMRANKED
1SAP AribaGlobal corporations92.7Custom#2 in Top 10 Procurement PlatformsOn 4 of Basware's rankings
2CoupaBusiness spend management including contingent laborHolistic spend management across indirect procurement and contingent labor95.0Custom#1 in Top 10 Procurement PlatformsOn 2 of Basware's rankings
3TipaltiGlobal enterprises94.0Custom#2 in Enterprise accounts payable softwareOn 2 of Basware's rankings
4ZycusCognitive and generative AI sourcing78.7Custom#8 in Top 10 Procurement SoftwareOn 2 of Basware's rankings
5RossumAI-powered document gateway for enterprisesEnterprise accounts payable and document routing95.0Custom#1 in Top 10 AI Invoice Processing Tools
6UiPathThe enterprise automation platformEnterprise-scale intelligent automation92.7Custom#2 in Top 10 AI Invoice Processing Tools
7DocuSign CLMEnd-to-end e-signature and CLM integration90.3Custom#3 in Top 10 AI Invoice Processing Tools
8JaggaerHigher education and specialized industries90.3Custom#3 in Top 10 Procurement Platforms
9JaggrSupplier engagement and digital procurement platformMid-market manufacturers and distributors seeking supplier engagement excellence90.3Custom#3 in Top 10 Procurement Software
10SAP ConcurSimplify travel and expense managementLarge global enterprises90.0Custom#4 in Enterprise accounts payable software
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How to choose an alternative to Basware

Start from what you need it for. Where each fits best, as Lister records it:

  • SAP Ariba: Global corporations
  • Coupa: Holistic spend management across indirect procurement and contingent labor
  • Tipalti: Global enterprises
  • Zycus: Cognitive and generative AI sourcing
  • Rossum: Enterprise accounts payable and document routing
  • UiPath: Enterprise-scale intelligent automation
  • DocuSign CLM: End-to-end e-signature and CLM integration
  • Jaggaer: Higher education and specialized industries
  • Jaggr: Mid-market manufacturers and distributors seeking supplier engagement excellence
  • SAP Concur: Large global enterprises

Closest to Basware by the rankings they share: SAP Ariba (4 rankings), Coupa (2 rankings) and Tipalti (2 rankings).

Custom or quote-based pricing: SAP Ariba, Coupa, Tipalti, Zycus, Rossum, UiPath, DocuSign CLM, Jaggaer, Jaggr and SAP Concur.

Each Lister Score is the alternative's score on the ranking named in its row, so compare scores within one ranking rather than across rankings. How the score is made.

Each alternative in brief

01

SAP Ariba

#2 in Top 10 Procurement Platforms: A massive global B2B marketplace and procurement network connecting buyers and suppliers for end-to-end commerce.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Global corporationsFull profile
PROS
  • Extensive supplier network
  • Deep ERP integration
CONS
  • Steep learning curve
92.7
02

Coupa

Business spend management including contingent labor

#1 in Top 10 Procurement Platforms: A comprehensive cloud-based business spend management platform that unifies procurement, invoicing, and expense management.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Holistic spend management across indirect procurement and contingent laborFull profile
PROS
  • Unified view of all company spend including contingent labor
  • User-friendly interface compared to legacy VMS tools
CONS
  • Contingent workforce module is part of a broader suite
  • Pricing can be prohibitive for mid-market firms
95.0
03

Tipalti

#2 in Enterprise accounts payable software: Tipalti is a finance automation software that transforms operations into a competitive advantage. It offers a connected suite for accounts payable, mass payments, procurement, and treasury.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Global enterprisesFull profile
PROS
  • Excellent global payment capabilities
  • Robust tax compliance features
CONS
  • High cost for smaller firms
94.0
04

Zycus

#8 in Top 10 Procurement Software: Zycus provides integrated source-to-pay solutions covering procurement, invoicing and supplier management. Known for strong sourcing capabilities and supplier network access.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Cognitive and generative AI sourcingFull profile
PROS
  • Cutting-edge generative AI capabilities
  • Comprehensive contract lifecycle management
CONS
  • User interface can feel cluttered
  • Steep setup process for advanced analytics
78.7
05

Rossum

AI-powered document gateway for enterprises

#1 in Top 10 AI Invoice Processing Tools: Rossum combines machine learning and human-in-the-loop validation to extract invoice data with high accuracy. The platform automates three-way matching, GL coding, and approval routing, reducing manual effort by up to 90%.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Enterprise accounts payable and document routingFull profile
PROS
  • Template-free data extraction technology
  • Strong enterprise-grade security features
CONS
  • Not suitable for small business budgets
95.0
06

UiPath

The enterprise automation platform

#2 in Top 10 AI Invoice Processing Tools: UiPath's Document Understanding and Intelligent Document Processing modules extract structured data from invoices with 99%+ accuracy. Integrates deeply with RPA workflows for end-to-end AP automation.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Enterprise-scale intelligent automationFull profile
PROS
  • Extensive AI integration
  • Large developer community
CONS
  • Steep learning curve for advanced features
92.7
07

DocuSign CLM

#3 in Top 10 AI Invoice Processing Tools: Docusign Contract Lifecycle Management extends beyond invoicing to capture, extract, and analyse contract terms and obligations. Native AI identifies payment terms, discounts, and compliance risks.

Pricing: CustomBest for: End-to-end e-signature and CLM integrationFull profile
PROS
  • Robust document generation
  • Seamless e-signature integration
CONS
  • Implementation can be time-consuming
90.3
08

Jaggaer

#3 in Top 10 Procurement Platforms: An advanced source-to-pay solution tailored for complex industries like higher education, manufacturing, and life sciences.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Higher education and specialized industriesFull profile
PROS
  • Robust contract lifecycle management
  • Industry-specific workflow templates
CONS
  • Implementation can take longer than average
  • Reporting tools require advanced technical skills
90.3
09

Jaggr

Supplier engagement and digital procurement platform

#3 in Top 10 Procurement Software: Jaggr specialises in supplier collaboration and digital order management for mid-market enterprises. Focuses on reducing procurement cycle times through automated supplier communications and performance tracking.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Mid-market manufacturers and distributors seeking supplier engagement excellenceFull profile
PROS
  • Intuitive supplier portal dramatically improves order accuracy and on-time delivery
  • Automated order routing and performance analytics reduce administrative burden
CONS
  • Limited integration with legacy ERP systems without customisation
  • Smaller ecosystem compared to major enterprise platforms
90.3
10

SAP Concur

Simplify travel and expense management

#4 in Enterprise accounts payable software: SAP Concur is a cloud-based platform that centralises spend processes. It offers AI-powered expense, travel, and invoice solutions to unify data.

Pricing: CustomBest for: Large global enterprisesFull profile
PROS
  • Highly scalable with advanced enterprise level security
  • Extensive global coverage for travel and tax compliance
CONS
  • Steep learning curve and complex implementation process
90.0