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Start Your Free 30-Day Trial NowTL;DR: BillBjorn offers fast, accurate invoice OCR at just $65/month for 2,500 documents — less than ⅓ the price of Dext or AutoEntry. Perfect for small businesses that just want clean, simple results.
Best Value Invoice Scanning
Why Value Matters More Than Features
Plenty of tools in the invoice scanning space promise to “do it all” — document management, payment matching, reporting, client portals. But if all you really need is accurate data extraction, why should you pay for things you’ll never use?
BillBjorn focuses on one core job: extracting data from invoices and receipts using powerful AI-driven OCR. No fluff. No feature bloat. Just clean, accurate data pushed straight into your accounting system.
It’s the Aldi of OCR: not for everyone, but extremely good value for those who know exactly what they want.
How BillBjorn Compares to Bigger Names (Based on 2,500 Documents / Month)
✅ BillBjorn
- 💵 Price:
$65/month(Large plan) - 💰 Cost per Document:
$0.026 - 🎯 Focus: Advanced Fast AI, accurate OCR only — no fluff
- 🧑💼 Best For: Self-serve users, solo bookkeepers, small firms
📦 Dext (Dext Prepare)
- 💵 Price:
$332.50/month(based on high-volume plan) - 💰 Cost per Document:
~$0.133 - 🎯 Focus: Full-featured bookkeeping automation (invoices, expenses, integrations)
- 🧑💼 Best For: Accountants, firms needing advanced workflows
📄 AutoEntry
- 💵 Price:
$450/month(Sapphire plan) - 💰 Cost per Document:
$0.18 - 🎯 Focus: OCR + bank/credit card statement extraction, unlimited users/companies
- 🧑💼 Best For: Firms needing line-item capture and bank reconciliation support
💡 Note: Prices are approximate in USD as of mid-2025 and vary by region or bundle. Some platforms like Xero include basic OCR tools, but they’re limited in functionality.
While competitors like Dext or AutoEntry offer broader features, they often come with higher costs — especially for small teams that don’t need complex workflows.
Who Is BillBjorn For?
BillBjorn isn’t trying to be everything to everyone — and that’s by design.
It’s perfect for:
- Small businesses and sole traders
- Accountants who want speed and simplicity
- Firms looking to reduce software costs
- Users already using accounting software like Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
If you're looking for built-in client management, team permissions, or reporting dashboards, BillBjorn might not be the right fit. But if you want clean, accurate invoice data — at a fraction of the cost — it's hard to beat.
Real Value, Real Simplicity
With pricing starting at just $5/month for 50 documents and scaling to $50/month (annually) for 2,500 documents, BillBjorn gives you enterprise-level OCR without the enterprise price tag.
You're not paying for a brand. You're paying for results — and BillBjorn delivers.
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If you're ready to stop overpaying for invoice scanning software and start focusing on what really matters, try BillBjorn today.
No feature bloat. No fuss. Just excellent value invoice OCR that works.
Frequently asked questions
Here are answers to common questions about our affordable invoice scanning solution. For more details, check our knowledge base.
What is the most affordable invoice scanning software?
BillBjorn is one of the most affordable options, offering powerful invoice OCR at just US$65/month for 2,500 documents when billed annually — much cheaper than Dext or AutoEntry.
Is BillBjorn good value for money?
Yes, BillBjorn focuses solely on fast and accurate invoice data extraction without bloated features. It's ideal for businesses that want efficiency at a fair price.
How does BillBjorn compare to Dext or AutoEntry?
BillBjorn is significantly cheaper, with pricing around £0.02 per document, while Dext and AutoEntry can cost over double per document. BillBjorn is perfect if you only need reliable OCR.
Why is BillBjorn described as the 'Aldi of OCR'?
Like Aldi, BillBjorn doesn’t try to offer every feature — just one thing done extremely well: invoice data extraction. It’s not for everyone, but unbeatable value for those who want simplicity.
Can small businesses use BillBjorn effectively?
Absolutely. BillBjorn is built with small businesses and bookkeepers in mind, providing affordable, accurate invoice scanning that integrates with popular accounting platforms.
Does BillBjorn offer a free trial?
Yes, BillBjorn offers a free trial so you can test its invoice scanning and OCR capabilities before committing. It’s a great way to see the value first-hand with no upfront cost.