RequestLoops vs FileInvite
Quick answer
RequestLoops is a modern document-collection SaaS for accountants, architects and any firm that requests files from clients. It overlaps heavily with FileInvite — branded portals, SMS and email reminders, file uploads — but starts at $11/month versus FileInvite Essentials at $829/month, and bakes in AI form building and Drive/OneDrive sync at the lowest tier.
FileInvite has been the default option for enterprise lenders and large accounting practices for years. It is feature-rich and well-known, but the 2024 price reset moved the entry plan to $829/month billed annually, which prices most solo and small-firm buyers out.
RequestLoops covers the same core workflow — request, branded portal, SMS and email reminders, file upload, status tracking — at three flat per-org tiers ($11, $22, $57 per month) and adds an AI form builder, recurring runs and built-in Google Drive and OneDrive sync at every tier.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | RequestLoops | FileInvite |
|---|---|---|
| Branded client portal | Yes — token portal, no recipient account | Yes |
| Email reminders | Smart adaptive cadence | Yes, configurable |
| SMS reminders | Brevo, GSM-7 transliteration, included on every plan | Add-on, region-limited |
| Recurring requests | Built-in, monthly/quarterly/annual | Limited |
| AI form builder | Included on every plan | No |
| Document validation (page count, blank pages) | Pro and Business | No |
| Google Drive sync | Every plan | Higher tiers |
| OneDrive sync | Pro and Business | Higher tiers |
| Per-user pricing | No — per-org plans with seat caps | No — per-org plans |
| Transparent pricing | Public, on-site | Public starting price; legacy plans retired |
Pricing comparison
RequestLoops
| Plan | Monthly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $11/mo | $110/yr ($9.17/mo) |
| Pro | $22/mo | $220/yr ($18.33/mo) |
| Business | $57/mo | $570/yr ($47.50/mo) |
Yearly billing saves about 22%.
FileInvite
| Plan | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Essentials | $829 |
| Standard | $1495 |
| Pro | $2495 |
FileInvite Essentials starts at $829/month billed annually after a recent repricing; legacy team plans were retired in 2024.
Pricing accurate as of 2026-05-08; verify on the vendor site before contracting. For the latest pricing, see FileInvite.
When to choose RequestLoops
- • Your firm wants a flat $11–$57/month per org without per-seat fees.
- • You need SMS reminders, AI form building or recurring runs at the entry tier.
- • You want to land on the lower price first and only upgrade as volume grows.
When to choose FileInvite
- • You are an enterprise lender or large practice already standardised on FileInvite integrations.
- • You need FileInvite-specific CRM connectors that RequestLoops does not yet ship.
- • A $829/month entry price is comfortable for your team budget.
FAQ
- Is RequestLoops a drop-in replacement for FileInvite?
- For the core document-request workflow — portal, reminders, file uploads, status — yes. RequestLoops covers all of those. If you depend on a specific FileInvite CRM integration we do not yet ship, that part is not a drop-in replacement.
- Why is RequestLoops so much cheaper than FileInvite?
- RequestLoops bills per organisation, not per user. Most of the cost in document-collection tools is software, not seats, so a flat per-org plan covers small and growing firms without a separate seat fee on every reminder.
- Does RequestLoops support SMS like FileInvite?
- Yes. SMS reminders are included on every RequestLoops plan via Brevo, with GSM-7 transliteration so messages stay in single-segment SMS where possible.
- Can RequestLoops handle the same volume FileInvite does?
- For most accounting and architecture firms, yes. The Business plan covers 5,000 emails per month, 300 SMS per month and unlimited active requests. Larger volumes are available on custom contracts.
- Does FileInvite cost $829/month for everyone?
- That is the published entry price for FileInvite Essentials at the time of writing. Larger plans (Standard, Pro) cost more, and existing customers may be on legacy pricing. Always confirm with the vendor.
- How do I migrate from FileInvite to RequestLoops?
- Export your existing client list, create a request template that mirrors your current PBC list, and invite recipients in batches. The team can help with onboarding for Pro and Business plans.
- Does RequestLoops support Google Drive and OneDrive?
- Yes. Google Drive is on every plan; OneDrive is included on Pro and Business. Files sync into folders organised by request and recipient.
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