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Hive vs Tipalti

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Hive

Software

Project management built for speed

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tipalti logo

Tipalti

Software

Global payables automation for modern finance teams

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Hive the free plan is capped at 200 MB of storage; Tipalti complex implementation process requiring workflow restructuring around platform limitations
  • They diverge on capability: Hive covers Tasks, Tipalti covers Supplier onboarding.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hive and Tipalti actually diverge.

Attributes where Hive and Tipalti differ
AttributeHiveTipalti
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, DesktopWeb, API
Founded20152010

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Hive

  • Tasks
  • Gantt view
  • Kanban
  • Time tracking
  • Forms
  • Slack
  • Zoom
  • Google Drive

Only in Tipalti

  • Supplier onboarding
  • Invoice processing
  • Global payments
  • Tax compliance
  • Payment reconciliation
  • NetSuite
  • Sage Intacct
  • QuickBooks

Both cover

  • SOC 2
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Hive

  • Project and task management with multiple project viewsnot Tipalti
  • Coordinating work, proofing and resourcing for teamsnot Tipalti

Tipalti

  • Payables automationnot Hive
  • Global paymentsnot Hive
  • Supplier managementnot Hive

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Hive

  • The free plan is capped at 200 MB of storage
  • The Starter plan at $5 per user per month is limited to 10 projects
  • Eight capabilities are sold as $5 per user add ons on the Teams plan, including CRM, timesheets, proofing, resourcing, advanced dashboards, external users and SSO
  • Buying SSO plus a few of those add ons therefore costs more than the $12 base seat itself
  • AI credits are metered monthly at 1,000, 3,000 and 5,000 by plan

Tipalti

  • Complex implementation process requiring workflow restructuring around platform limitations
  • Reported payment processing issues including delays, failures, and poor customer service
  • Slow user interface performance when processing large payment volumes or moving between modules
  • Limited customization options and missing features like multi-bill selection and advanced reporting
  • Customer support response times slower than expected for larger teams without express membership upgrade

Pricing, plan by plan

Hive

On request
  • FreeFree
    • Basic features
    • 10 users
  • Teams$12/month
    • Unlimited users
    • Time tracking
    • Automations

Tipalti

On request
  • Custom$null/month
    • Base platform fee
    • Transaction-based pricing
    • Payment volume scaling

Which should you pick?

Choose Hive if

  • You need tasks.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Desktop.
  • You also want gantt view.
Hive review

Choose Tipalti if

  • You need supplier onboarding.
  • You work on Web, API.
  • You also want invoice processing.
Tipalti review

Questions people ask

Is Hive or Tipalti better?
Neither clearly leads. Hive starts at On request and Tipalti at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hive or Tipalti?
Hive starts at On request and Tipalti at On request.
Does Hive or Tipalti run on more platforms?
Hive runs on Web, Ios, Android, Desktop. Tipalti runs on Web, API.
What is Hive best used for?
Hive is most often used for project and task management with multiple project views, coordinating work, proofing and resourcing for teams. Of those, project and task management with multiple project views and coordinating work, proofing and resourcing for teams are not what Tipalti is typically brought in for.
What can Hive do that Tipalti cannot?
Hive covers Tasks, Gantt view, Kanban, Time tracking. Tipalti covers Supplier onboarding, Invoice processing, Global payments, Tax compliance. Both handle SOC 2, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Tipalti: What is Tipalti's pricing model?

Tipalti uses subscription-based pricing with a base platform fee plus transaction-based charges determined by payment volume, number of entities, and enabled modules. Custom pricing requires sales contact. Some users report monthly costs starting around $299.

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Tipalti: How long is Tipalti's implementation timeline?

Technical implementation typically takes days, though due diligence and customization usually require several weeks. Full setup is faster than enterprise solutions requiring months.

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Tipalti: What payment methods does Tipalti support?

Tipalti supports ACH, wire transfers, eChecks, PayPal, paper checks, and prepaid debit cards. Payees can select their preferred payment method.

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Tipalti: Does Tipalti handle international payment compliance?

Yes, Tipalti tracks over 26,000 rules and conditions for international payment execution across 200+ countries and territories. All payees are screened against international blacklists to prevent payments to sanctioned entities.

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Tipalti: What security certifications does Tipalti maintain?

Tipalti maintains AICPA SSAE 16 SOC and ISAE 3402 Type II certifications. The platform uses SSL encryption, two-factor authentication, and role-based access controls.

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