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What it is

Tradeshift's cloud platform automates accounts payable, e-invoicing, compliance, and clearance for buyers and suppliers. Its AP tools capture and digitize invoices, extract and validate data, match purchase orders, route approvals, and provide dashboards. The modular Procure to Pay platform automates purchasing workflows and connects with suppliers and customers. Configurable AI can handle invoice coding, workflow management, and purchase order matching. The AP solution offers a REST API and standard connectors for SAP ECC 6.0, SAP S4/HANA, Oracle eBusiness Suite, and Oracle Fusion. Tradeshift lists ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, and ISAE 3402 among its security accreditations. Its described practices include least-privilege access, secure code review and scanning, vulnerability testing, incident response, and daily backups. AP customers can access Tradeshift University and 365-day support after setup. Tradeshift says it serves large and mid-sized companies and covers e-invoicing compliance in 70 countries. Sellers receive customer support without additional charges for heavy support use. The first 30 invoices per quarter are free; higher seller tiers charge per transaction, with custom pricing above 15,000 quarterly transactions.

Spec sheet

What it does
Tradeshift is a cloud network for procurement, accounts-payable automation, electronic invoicing, supplier collaboration and payments.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Integrations
Prebuilt connectors are listed for SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle Fusion and NetSuite.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Support
The AP page says customers can access Tradeshift University and 365-day support after setup.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Founded
2010Read 28 Sep 2026 · tradeshift.com
AI tools
Tradeshift says configurable AI can automate invoice coding, workflow management, and purchase order matching.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Analytics
Generative-AI dashboards provide real-time visibility into approvals, payments, spending and compliance.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
AP automation
The platform captures invoices from e-invoicing, PDF, OCR and purchase-order-flip sources, then extracts, validates and routes them.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
API authentication
The developer guide instructs integrators to create OAuth 1.0 credentials through the API Access to Own Account app.Read 15 Oct 2026 · developers.tradeshift.com
Approval workflows
Invoices can be automatically routed through predefined approval rules, including mobile and fast-track approval options.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Business Firewall
Business Firewall applies static and dynamic, user-defined validation rules to incoming and outgoing documents.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Collaboration
Transaction-level chat lets buyers and suppliers discuss invoice issues, with conversations and attachments retained in the audit trail.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Company founded
LinkedIn lists Tradeshift as founded in 2009.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company headquarters
LinkedIn lists headquarters at San Francisco, California.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company legal name
Crunchbase lists the legal name as Tradeshift Holdings, Inc.Read 15 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Company size
LinkedIn lists 501–1,000 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Compliance certifications
The company lists SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, ISAE 3402 Type II, PCI-DSS Level 1 and ISO 27001 in its compliance program.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Core features
Its AP automation captures and digitizes invoices, extracts and validates data, matches purchase orders, routes approvals, and provides dashboards.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Data formats
The platform supports exchange formats including EDI, XML, PDF and Tradeshift UBL.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Document support
Supported transaction types include RFQs, quotes, requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, invoices, credit notes, remittance advice and shipment notices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Extensibility
The App Store contains connectors and functions such as recurring invoices and dynamic validation; customers can build their own apps.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.tradeshift.com
Founding
Tradeshift says it was founded in 2010 to address European e-invoicing compliance.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Global compliance
The company says its e-invoicing compliance coverage spans 70 countries and clearance coverage spans 12 countries.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Historical open source
Tradeshift says its predecessor project EasyTrade was an open-source trade platform, while Tradeshift itself was launched later as a commercial platform.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Hosting
Tradeshift states that its platform is hosted on AWS.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Invoice matching
AI and multi-way matching can match invoices against purchase orders, goods receipts or contracts.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Licence
The Tradeshift platform is presented as proprietary SaaS; no public open-source licence is stated on the cited official product, API or security pages.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Limit: Capterra pricing
A Capterra reviewer criticized the lack of a free trial and absence of premium consulting support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Limit: G2 learning curve
G2 reviewers mention that first-time navigation can be difficult and that the product has a learning curve.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: Gartner onboarding and support
Gartner reviewers report that supplier onboarding takes longer than expected and call for stronger support and professional services.Read 15 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
Limit: Trustpilot reliability
Trustpilot reviewers report repeated loading failures, crashes, document-processing problems and slow support responses.Read 15 Oct 2026 · uk.trustpilot.com
Limit: Trustpilot usability
Trustpilot reviewers complain about clunky, time-consuming invoicing, missing fields, rejected invoices and a difficult user interface.Read 15 Oct 2026 · uk.trustpilot.com
Praise: G2 usability
G2 reviewers repeatedly describe invoicing as easy, straightforward and supported by a modern interface.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Praise: Gartner integration
Gartner reviewers praise invoice integration that mirrors ERP details and enables touchless posting.Read 15 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
Procure to Pay
The modular, app-based Procure to Pay platform automates purchasing workflows and connects with suppliers and customers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Procurement
Procure-to-pay tools provide consumer-style buying, catalog management, contract compliance and ERP or marketplace punch-out.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Public API
Tradeshift documents a REST API for business documents, sender and receiver information and document dispatch.Read 15 Oct 2026 · developers.tradeshift.com
Rating on Capterra
4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Rating on G2
3.9 out of 5 from 253 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Rating on Gartner Peer Insights
4.7 out of 5 from 48 ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
Rating on GetApp
4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Rating on Trustpilot
1.8 out of 5 from 16 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · uk.trustpilot.com
Security certifications
The company lists ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, and ISAE 3402 among its security accreditations.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Security controls
The security program includes least-privilege access, secure code review and scanning, vulnerability testing, penetration tests, monitoring and incident response.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Security practices
Tradeshift describes least-privilege access, secure code review and scanning, vulnerability testing, incident response, and daily backups.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Self-hosting
Tradeshift describes the product as a SaaS platform hosted on cloud-provider infrastructure, so self-hosting is not offered on the cited page.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Seller pricing threshold
Sellers transacting 31 or more invoices per quarter across their Tradeshift buyers enter a paid tier; invoices and credit notes count toward the tiers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Seller support
The seller pricing page says all sellers receive customer support and that the company does not charge extra for heavy support use.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Supplier onboarding
First Invoice Onboarding lets suppliers begin digital transacting by sending a PDF invoice to a dedicated email address.Read 15 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Support and documentation
Public support includes a knowledge base, FAQs, chat, email or help desk, training documentation and webinars; logged-in users receive personalized support.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.tradeshift.com
System status
The support homepage displayed an active notice saying the platform was experiencing issues and engineers were stabilizing it.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.tradeshift.com
Who it serves
Tradeshift says it works with large and mid-sized companies and covers e-invoicing compliance in 70 countries.Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com

Plans and prices

Free Free Freemium plan; paid packages depend on invoice volume Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Free tier Free No charge for up to 30 invoices per quarter; first 30 invoices are free in every tier. 0–30 invoices per quarter · invoices and credit notes count; purchase orders do not Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Tier 4 Priced on request Per transaction, calculated quarterly and billed quarterly in arrears; first 30 invoices per quarter are free. 3,001–15,000 quarterly transactions Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Tier 3 Priced on request Per transaction, calculated quarterly and billed quarterly in arrears; first 30 invoices per quarter are free. 301–3,000 quarterly transactions Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Tier 2 Priced on request Per transaction, calculated quarterly and billed quarterly in arrears; first 30 invoices per quarter are free. 31–300 quarterly transactions Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com
Paid packages Priced on request Pricing depends on invoice load; vendor quote required Read 15 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Tier 5 Priced on request Custom pricing; charges are calculated quarterly and billed quarterly in arrears. More than 15,001 quarterly transactions Read 8 Oct 2026 · tradeshift.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Automates invoice capture, validation and approvals
  • Connectors for SAP and Oracle systems
  • Configurable AI for coding and purchase-order matching
  • Lists multiple security accreditations

Limits

  • Pricing is on request
  • Paid seller tiers begin above 30 quarterly invoices
  • Custom pricing applies above 15,000 quarterly transactions

Who it suits

Tradeshift is aimed at large and mid-sized companies managing invoice workflows, purchasing, and supplier connections. Its seller pricing details matter for businesses transacting more than 30 invoices per quarter.

Tradeshift in depth

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Overview

Tradeshift brings accounts payable, e-invoicing, compliance and purchasing workflows into a cloud platform. It is a stronger fit for mid-sized and large companies coordinating suppliers across systems than for a small seller with modest invoice volume. Buyers get a broad workflow; sellers need to budget for quarterly charges once they exceed 30 invoices.

Key features

For AP teams, the platform captures and digitizes invoices, extracts and validates their data, matches purchase orders, routes approvals and presents activity in dashboards. That chain addresses the work between invoice receipt and approval, rather than just storing documents. Configurable AI can automate coding, workflow management and purchase-order matching, which may help with repetitive processing but still needs to fit the organization’s own rules.

The modular, app-based Procure to Pay offering extends the workflow into purchasing and supplier relationships. It supports purchase orders, supplier management, punchout catalogs and catalog-based request intake, making it relevant to procurement teams as well as AP. A REST API and standard connectors for SAP ECC 6.0, SAP S4/HANA, Oracle eBusiness Suite and Oracle Fusion are useful for companies already running those systems.

Tradeshift cites ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and ISAE 3402 accreditations. It also describes least-privilege access, code review and scanning, vulnerability testing, incident response and daily backups. AP customers can use Tradeshift University and receive 365-day support after setup; sellers receive customer support without an extra charge for heavy support use.

Pricing

The seller pricing schedule is based on quarterly transactions across Tradeshift buyers. Invoices and credit notes count toward the tiers, while purchase orders do not. The first 30 invoices per quarter are free in every tier, so the free allowance is useful for low-volume sellers but not a general free tier for higher activity.

Free tier: free, with no charge for up to 30 invoices per quarter. Best for sellers who stay within that volume.

Tier 2: priced on request for 31–300 quarterly transactions.

Tier 3: priced on request for 301–3,000 quarterly transactions.

Tier 4: priced on request for 3,001–15,000 quarterly transactions.

Tier 5: custom pricing above 15,001 quarterly transactions.

Paid-tier charges are calculated quarterly and billed quarterly in arrears. The per-contact rates and volume bands make the seller’s transaction mix and quarterly totals important to the bill; high-volume sellers should seek a custom quote. Buyer-facing pricing is on request, so organizations evaluating the broader AP and Procure to Pay platform should expect custom pricing rather than assume the seller tiers apply.

Platforms

Tradeshift runs on the web and offers an API. The API and named ERP connectors matter most to companies that need to connect invoice and purchasing workflows to existing business systems.

Who it's for

Tradeshift says it serves large and mid-sized companies and covers e-invoicing compliance in 70 countries. It suits organizations seeking connected AP and purchasing workflows, particularly those using its supported ERP connectors. Sellers should compare their expected quarterly invoices and credit notes with the free allowance and paid bands before joining.

Pros and cons

Pro: Invoice capture, validation, purchase-order matching and approval routing sit in one AP workflow, giving teams coverage across several steps of invoice handling.

Pro: Purchasing features, supplier management, punchout and catalog requests extend the platform beyond AP.

Pro: Named SAP and Oracle connectors, an API and a substantial set of stated security accreditations support enterprise evaluation.

Con: Sellers moving beyond 30 invoices per quarter enter paid tiers, with quarterly arrears billing and rates tied to volume.

Con: Buyer pricing is on request, making direct cost comparison harder before obtaining a quote.

Alternatives

For a free supplier portal focused on supplier transactions and exchanges, Coupa Supplier Portal is worth considering: its free plan covers purchase orders, invoicing, supplier information exchange, shipment tracking and catalog management. If procurement is the priority and a published annual price is preferable, Zoho Procurement offers a Premium plan at $35 a year, billed per user/month annually, with 50 requester licenses per purchased user license and basic approval workflows and audit trails.

Epicor Field Service Management is another paid option with web, Android and iOS platforms and pricing through an Epicor account manager. Ivalua Contract Management is an enterprise CLM option with custom pricing. Medius Contract Management is a paid add-on to AP Essentials or AP 360, with a quote required. ProcurePulse Strategic Sourcing is a paid procurement option with custom pricing and support for up to 100 users on its Starter plan. Market Dojo offers a freemium model and an annual Simple Sourcing licence at £500 a year. mySupplier is another paid, web-based option.

Readers comparing a specific workflow can also browse Supplier Portal Software, Procurement Software, AI Invoice Processing Software, Procure-to-Pay Software, Electronic Invoicing Software and Accounts Payable Software.

Verdict

Choose Tradeshift if your mid-sized or large organization needs AP and purchasing workflows connected to suppliers and established ERP systems. Its breadth, automation options and stated security practices are the case for it. Look elsewhere if you need predictable buyer pricing or, as a seller, expect quarterly volume to make the transaction charges unattractive.

Verdict

Tradeshift combines AP automation with purchasing workflows, integrations, and stated security practices. Sellers should assess the quarterly transaction thresholds and per-transaction charges that apply beyond the free first 30 invoices.

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