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InboxBill vs Dext: Which Invoice Automation Tool Is Right for You?

Dext (formerly Receipt Bank) is one of the most established document capture tools on the market. InboxBill is a newer, leaner alternative built specifically for email-based invoice capture and FreeAgent integration. Here's how they compare.

FeatureInboxBillDext
PricingFrom £15/monthFrom £25/month per seat
FreeAgent integrationNative, built firstAvailable
Email capture methodForwarding (no inbox access)OAuth inbox access
Invoice extractionAI (Claude)AI (proprietary)
Setup time~15 minutes30–60 minutes
Mobile appWeb-responsiveiOS & Android apps
Supplier rules / auto-approveYesYes
Duplicate detectionYesYes
UK VAT handlingFull (20%, 5%, 0%, exempt)Full
Multi-company supportComing soonYes

When to choose InboxBill

  • You use FreeAgent as your primary accounting software
  • Privacy matters — you don't want to grant inbox access to a third party
  • You want a lower monthly cost
  • You primarily receive invoices by email (not mobile photo capture)
  • You want a simple, focused tool rather than a broad document platform

When Dext might suit you better

  • You frequently photograph paper receipts on mobile
  • You have multiple bookkeepers needing access
  • You need features beyond purchase invoice processing
  • You use multiple accounting platforms and want one tool
InboxBill is built for businesses that receive most invoices by email. If that's you, InboxBill's simpler workflow and lower price point usually win out.

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