Melio vs WhatsApp

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.

What people use each for

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

Where each one falls short

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Melio or WhatsApp better?

Neither clearly leads. Melio starts at Free and WhatsApp at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Melio or WhatsApp?

Melio starts at Free and WhatsApp at Free.

Does Melio or WhatsApp run on more platforms?

Melio runs on Web, Mobile app. WhatsApp runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.

Can I use Melio for free?

Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.

What is Melio best used for?

Melio is most often used for accounts payable automation, bill management and payment scheduling, multi-vendor payment processing, invoice receivables and payment collection. Of those, accounts payable automation and bill management and payment scheduling are not what WhatsApp is typically brought in for.

What can Melio do that WhatsApp cannot?

Melio covers Vendor payments, Card to check, Payment scheduling, Approval workflows. WhatsApp covers Text messaging, Voice calls, Video calls, Group chats. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.