# Alternative Payments

> Accounts receivable automation with PSA and accounting integration, priced from $199 per month.

Alternative Payments is a financial operations platform for accounts receivable automation, offering automated invoicing, payment collection, and analytics integrated with PSAs and accounting software, priced from $199 per month USD. Listing updated 6 September 2026. Checked by MSP Software 6 September 2026.

- Page: https://mspsoftware.net/software/alternative-payments
- Vendor: Alternative Payments, https://mspsoftware.net/vendors/alternative-payments, website https://www.alternativepayments.io/
- Categories: Billing and reconciliation (primary)
- Free trial: no. Free version: no.
- Deployment: cloud. Platforms: web.
- Support: email. Training: documentation and live online.

## From the vendor

Alternative Payments is a financial operations platform designed for MSPs, accounting firms, and service businesses to automate accounts receivable, payment collection, and billing workflows. The platform integrates directly with existing PSA and accounting systems to eliminate manual invoice creation, follow-up, and payment entry, removing friction in the billing cycle that delays cash collection. It works with major PSAs including ConnectWise PSA, Autotask, HaloPSA, and SuperOps alongside accounting systems such as QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Xero, Sage Intacct, FreshBooks, Zoho Books, NetSuite, and Microsoft Dynamics 365. All integrations are described as native two-way synchronisation, meaning invoices and payments sync automatically between the PSA, accounting system, and Alternative Payments without manual export or re-entry. The core features include automated invoice delivery and tracking, collections automation with reminder workflows, payment processing, payment reconciliation, and a financial AI assistant called Alti to answer accounting questions. Alternative Payments reports that customers see reduced average collection time from 35 days to 5 days and save over 10 hours per week on manual billing work. Pricing starts at $199 per month USD for up to $50k monthly billing volume and $499 per month for up to $100k volume, both billed monthly with no usage-based fees or hidden charges (checked September 2026). The platform operates as a cloud-based web application with no desktop client installation required. Access requires booking a demo, and onboarding is managed by the company's implementation team with 60 days of hands-on support. Accounts payable features including vendor bill management and payment automation are listed as forthcoming enhancements. The service suits MSPs seeking to reduce billing cycle time and automate collections without adding per-transaction costs.

## Our take

Alternative Payments stands out for flat-rate monthly pricing without per-transaction or usage-based fees, which suits MSPs wanting predictable costs in accounts receivable automation. It emphasises deep two-way integrations with both PSAs and accounting systems, reducing manual reconciliation. The platform targets MSPs already using QuickBooks or Xero alongside a major PSA. Verify that your specific accounting system and PSA are on the current integration list. The demo-first sales model means there is no free trial, so confirm onboarding timeline and implementation capacity with the team before committing.

## Pricing

Alternative Payments starts at US$199.00 per flat per month, according to the vendor (pricing page: https://www.alternativepayments.io/pricing).

| Plan | Price | Per | Highlights |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Up to $50k monthly volume | US$199.00 | flat per month | No ACH fees, Control over credit card fees, Zero implementation costs, 60 days onboarding support |
| Up to $100k monthly volume | US$499.00 | flat per month | Priority support under 4 hours, Early access to new features, Everything in starter tier |

## Features

| Feature | Supported | Note |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Distributor billing import | no |  |
| PSA integration | yes | Integrates with ConnectWise PSA, Autotask, HaloPSA, and SuperOps with two-way synchronisation |
| Automated invoicing | yes | Automated invoice delivery and tracking is a core feature |
| Microsoft partner billing import | no |  |
| Client-facing invoices | yes | Invoice delivery and tracking are core to the platform |
| Payment collection | yes | Automated payment collection with collections automation and reminder workflows |

## Integrations

- ConnectWise PSA, https://mspsoftware.net/software/connectwise-psa
- Datto Autotask, https://mspsoftware.net/software/autotask
- HaloPSA, https://mspsoftware.net/software/halopsa
- SuperOps, https://mspsoftware.net/software/superops
- QuickBooks Online and Desktop, https://www.alternativepayments.io/integrations
- Xero, https://www.alternativepayments.io/integrations
- Sage Intacct, https://www.alternativepayments.io/integrations
- FreshBooks, https://www.alternativepayments.io/integrations

## Alternatives

- ConnectBooster: Accounts receivable automation and payment portal for ConnectWise and Autotask MSPs. https://mspsoftware.net/software/connectbooster. Compare: https://mspsoftware.net/compare/alternative-payments-vs-connectbooster
- FlexPoint: Payment and AR automation for MSPs, priced per ACH transaction with tiered fees. https://mspsoftware.net/software/flexpoint. Compare: https://mspsoftware.net/compare/alternative-payments-vs-flexpoint
- HaloPSA: Service desk, contracts and billing on a per-technician price with no per-user fees. https://mspsoftware.net/software/halopsa. Compare: https://mspsoftware.net/compare/alternative-payments-vs-halopsa
- Rev.io: Unified billing and PSA with usage-based rating for managed service providers. https://mspsoftware.net/software/rev-io. Compare: https://mspsoftware.net/compare/alternative-payments-vs-rev-io

## FAQ

### How much does Alternative Payments cost?

Alternative Payments starts at US$199.00 per flat per month, according to the vendor, checked September 2026.

### Does Alternative Payments offer a free trial?

Alternative Payments does not offer a free trial. There is no free version.

### What does Alternative Payments integrate with?

Alternative Payments lists integrations with ConnectWise PSA, Datto Autotask, HaloPSA, SuperOps, QuickBooks Online and Desktop and Xero.

### Is Alternative Payments cloud or on-premises?

Alternative Payments is cloud-hosted; there is no on-premises version.

### Who is Alternative Payments for?

MSPs report using Alternative Payments at sizes of 6-15, 16-50 and 51-200 technicians.

### How is Alternative Payments priced?

Alternative Payments uses a flat monthly pricing model rather than per-transaction or usage-based fees. The base tier is $199 per month USD for up to $50k monthly billing volume, with a higher tier at $499 per month for up to $100k volume. Both tiers are billed monthly only, with no annual discount or different billing frequencies advertised. The pricing includes no ACH fees, control over credit card fees, and 60 days of onboarding support, making costs predictable for service businesses.

### Does Alternative Payments offer a free trial?

No, Alternative Payments does not offer a free trial. Access to the platform requires booking a demo or requesting a direct login. The company's sales and implementation team work with prospective customers to set up the platform, handle data migrations, and provide onboarding support during the initial 60 days. This means evaluation happens through a demo conversation rather than a self-service trial.

### Which PSAs and accounting systems does Alternative Payments integrate with?

Alternative Payments integrates with major PSA platforms including ConnectWise PSA, Autotask, HaloPSA, and SuperOps.ai. For accounting, it supports QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Xero, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, FreshBooks, and Zoho Books. All integrations are described as native two-way synchronisation, meaning data syncs automatically without manual export. MSPs should verify their specific tools are on the integration list before signing up.

### What does Alternative Payments do for accounts payable?

Alternative Payments currently focuses on accounts receivable automation including automated invoicing and payment collection. Accounts payable features such as vendor bill management and payment automation are listed as forthcoming enhancements on the vendor's roadmap. The platform presently emphasises the receivable side with integrations to PSAs and accounting systems, combined with a financial AI assistant to help with accounting queries.

### What support and training does Alternative Payments provide?

Alternative Payments includes hands-on onboarding with the implementation team for 60 days following signup, covering setup, data migration, and integration mapping. The company provides dedicated implementation support during this period. Ongoing support is available through the vendor's website, and training materials are available in written form. The vendor emphasises a consultative approach during the initial setup rather than self-service support channels.