Rydoo

rydoo.com
Expense Management
Weekend Project

The smartest way to manage business expenses

How to Replace Rydoo

Overview

Rydoo is a smart expense management platform that helps multinational finance teams gain full control over all employee spending, ensure global compliance, and increase expense management efficiency by 4x. The platform enables real-time expense capture, AI-powered approval workflows, and seamless integration with ERP systems across 130+ countries.

Features

42 features across 16 categories

AI(2)

AI Receipt ScanningAI

Turn any receipt into a pre-filled expense in under 10 seconds with OCR scanner technology.

Smart AuditAIPremium

Analyse all expenses with AI to detect non-compliant spend and reduce manual reviews.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Approval Workflow(4)

Advanced Approval WorkflowsPremium

Configure approval flows based on your expense process with advanced customization.

AI-Powered Approval DetectionAI

Managers can use AI to detect out-of-policy claims, triage expenses and approve with a single tap.

Multilevel Approval Flow

Configure up to two levels of approval based on your expense process. Ability to set up approvals for trips and cash advances.

Single Approval Flow

Assign first-level approvers based on your expense process.

Automation(2)

Automated Approvals

Finance teams can set automated approvals for low-risk expenses so managers can focus on more complex cases.

Automated Transaction Reconciliation

Automated corporate card transaction matching for Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Corner Card and AirPlus.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Compliance(4)

Compliance Tools

Finance teams get compliance tools for ensuring regulatory adherence.

Multi-country Compliance

Multi-country certified paperless expensing and local legal & tax compliance.

Per Diem Management

Easily create per diems that help you stay compliant in 15+ countries.

VAT Reclaim

VAT reclaim capabilities integrated into the platform.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Configuration(4)

Advanced Custom FieldsPremium

Manage custom fields by branch or category.

Customisable Input Fields

Set custom fields on expenses, mileages, per diems, trips, users or projects.

Customisable Policies & Rules

Set your spending rules and automate expense approvals.

Policy Customisation

Set spending rules and automate expense approvals with customizable policies.

Core Functionality(1)

Real-time Expense Capture

Capture expenses in real-time using the mobile app or desktop. Upload receipts, log mileage, or sync with travel apps like Uber and Egencia.

Development(1)

Extended Sandbox AccessPremium

Access to Sandbox environment for the entire duration of your Rydoo service.

Also in: Kissflow, Lattice, WordPress.com

Expense Types(1)

Mileage Reporting

Rydoo automatically calculates the distance and total claim amount based on the destination and mileage rates.

Integration(4)

API AccessPremium

Use API endpoints to automate import and export in your Rydoo account.

Custom Bank Transactions FeedPremium

Custom bank transactions feed for advanced integration.

HR ConnectPremium

Use custom HR connectors for hassle-free data maintenance from and to Rydoo. Connect with 30+ HR systems.

SFTP AccessPremium

Use SFTP module to maintain master data in Rydoo and export expense data to ERP.

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Fast mobile app for capturing and submitting expenses on the go.

Payment(1)

Rydoo CardsPremium

Smart virtual and physical corporate cards for one-time and recurring purchases.

Payment Integration(1)

Corporate Card Sync

Sync corporate card transactions with the platform for automated reconciliation.

Reporting & Analytics(8)

Analytics & Reporting

Comprehensive analytics and reporting capabilities for expense management.

Automated Reports

Generate automated reports for expense tracking and compliance.

Export Templates

Customisable templates for precise expense data reporting.

Insights Add-onPremium

Discover spending patterns and find cost-saving opportunities.

Insights Management DashboardPremium

Spot anomalies, identify new cost-saving opportunities, precisely forecast upcoming expenses.

PDF/Excel Exports

Export transaction records in Excel and PDF formats.

Real-time Dashboards

Finance teams get complete control and visibility over employee spending with real-time dashboards.

Scheduled ExportsPremium

Automated and customisable expense data exporting on a schedule.

Security(1)

SAML Single Sign OnPremium

Manage employee access via your active directory. Supports Microsoft Active Directory, OneLogin, Okta and Google.

Services(1)

Controlling ServicesPremium

Delegate expense reviews and approvals to Rydoo's team of specialists.

Support(6)

Business ReviewsPremium

Business review sessions to ensure you get the most value from Rydoo.

Dedicated Customer Success ManagerPremium

Get a dedicated success manager who will be with you at every stage offering expert guidance.

Multilingual Support

Fast, friendly, and multilingual customer support available to assist with questions and technical needs.

Onboarding Support

Expert team ensures a smooth go-live, guiding you through every step of the onboarding process.

Priority Ticket SupportPremium

Priority ticket support service for faster response times.

Ticket Support Service

Ticket support service for customer assistance.

Pricing

Essentials

From $8-$10/user/month
  • Mobile app with receipt scanner
  • Unlimited expenses
  • Mileage expenses
  • Basic integrations
  • Single approval flow
  • Local legal & tax compliance
  • PDF/Excel exports
  • Multi-country certified paperless expensing
  • Export Templates
  • Ticket support service

Pro

From $10-$12/user/month
  • All Essentials features
  • Per diems / daily allowances
  • Online accounting integrations
  • Automated transaction reconciliation
  • Customisable policies & rules
  • Multilevel approval flow
  • Customisable input fields
  • Multi-country local compliance
  • Personalised guidance
  • Ticket support service

Business

Custom pricing
  • All Pro features
  • Rydoo Cards
  • SFTP access
  • API access
  • Custom bank transactions feed
  • Priority ticket support service
  • Dedicated Customer Success Manager
  • Business Reviews
  • Onboarding support

Enterprise

Custom pricing
  • All Business features
  • Rydoo Smart Audit
  • Advanced approval workflows
  • Advanced Custom fields
  • Insights Management Dashboard
  • SAML Single Sign On
  • HR Connect
  • Extended Sandbox access
  • Scheduled Exports
  • Dedicated Customer Success Manager
  • Business Reviews
  • Onboarding support

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Rydoo

Monthly$10/mo
Yearly$120/yr
5-Year Total$600

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$120
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$360
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$600
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 42 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Rydoo alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 42 features.

Buy Rydoo

Better Value
Monthly cost$100/mo
3-year total$3,600
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying Rydoo saves ~$33,360 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 42 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

19 known integrations

DATEVEgenciaExact OnlineGoogleLyftMicrosoft Active DirectoryMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft Dynamics 365 F&ONetSuiteOktaOneLoginQuickBooksSAP S4/HANASAP Success FactorsSlackTravelPerkUberWorkdayXero