RequestLoops vs Hubdoc
Quick answer
Hubdoc is a receipt and bill capture tool included with Xero. RequestLoops is a document-request tool you send to clients. Different jobs — Hubdoc captures what you already have, RequestLoops collects what you need.
Hubdoc fetches statements from suppliers and extracts data from receipts you already have. It is included free with most Xero subscriptions.
RequestLoops sits earlier in the flow: it sends a structured request to a client, reminds them, validates the upload, and syncs the file to your storage.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | RequestLoops | Hubdoc |
|---|---|---|
| Receipt OCR / extraction | No | Yes (core) |
| Supplier statement fetch | No | Yes |
| Client document requests | Yes (core) | No |
| SMS reminders to clients | Every plan | No |
| Branded portal for clients | Yes | No |
| Pricing | $11–$57/mo | Free with Xero |
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%.
Hubdoc
| Plan | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Included with Xero | Custom or included |
Hubdoc is included with Xero Starter / Standard / Premium subscriptions; no standalone plan.
Pricing accurate as of 2026-05-08; verify on the vendor site before contracting. For the latest pricing, see Hubdoc.
When to choose RequestLoops
- • You need clients to send you documents on a deadline.
- • You want SMS reminders, branded portal and AI validation.
When to choose Hubdoc
- • You only need to capture receipts already in your inbox.
- • You are a Xero-only shop and free is the right price.
FAQ
- Are RequestLoops and Hubdoc competitors?
- Not really — they sit at different points in the flow. Hubdoc captures documents you already have; RequestLoops collects ones you need. Many firms use both.
- Can RequestLoops feed Hubdoc?
- Indirectly — files synced to Drive or OneDrive can be processed by Hubdoc downstream.
- Does Hubdoc send reminders to clients?
- No. Hubdoc is not a client-facing tool. RequestLoops is.
- Is Hubdoc free?
- Hubdoc is bundled with most Xero subscriptions — there is no standalone plan.
- Why does RequestLoops cost money if Hubdoc is free?
- Different scope. Hubdoc parses what is already in your hands. RequestLoops chases the documents that are not.
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