Target keyword
autoentry alternative for small firms
AutoEntry is usually evaluated by teams that already expect a more setup-oriented document flow.
ZeroPaste is a better fit when the goal is to get invoice data into clean rows quickly and keep the rest of the workflow stable.
Where friction builds up
Most small firms do not need more implementation work. They need less repeated invoice typing and a faster review handoff.
- Rules-heavy setup slows time to value.
- Recurring invoice batches reward simpler tools.
- CSV/XLSX handoff still matters in real practice.
Side-by-side comparison
This is the practical tradeoff between setup-heavy and setup-light extraction.
Side-by-side comparison
This is the practical tradeoff between setup-heavy and setup-light extraction.
| Criterion | ZeroPaste | AutoEntry |
|---|---|---|
| Setup required | No setup | Account + rules setup |
| Starting price | £23/month Professional | Similar to Dext pricing |
| Xero integration | Optional | Yes |
| Mobile capture | Snap in browser, no app | App required |
| Data deletion | Original invoice files are automatically deleted within 24 hours of processing or immediately on user request | Long-term storage |
| Email forwarding | Yes | Yes |
| Line-item extraction | Live with review-first editable rows | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes, 5 docs free | Yes |
How ZeroPaste works
The workflow starts with inputs your team already has.
How ZeroPaste works
The workflow starts with inputs your team already has.
Upload invoices
Process PDFs and images in a single place.
Forward emails
Route invoice attachments through a dedicated inbox.
Snap paper invoices
Handle paper capture in the browser, not an installed app.
Review key fields
Only spend time on the values that need human judgment.
Export or draft in Xero
Stay spreadsheet-first or push draft bills when ready.
Privacy and trust
ZeroPaste pairs a lighter workflow with stricter document-retention defaults, which is a strong fit for privacy-conscious bookkeeping teams.
Privacy and trust
ZeroPaste pairs a lighter workflow with stricter document-retention defaults, which is a strong fit for privacy-conscious bookkeeping teams.
- EU servers
- Original invoice files are automatically deleted within 24 hours of processing or immediately on user request
- No training on customer data
- No setup project required first
If you also need the reporting step
Plain.Tools / PlainFigures is another tool from the same team for turning cleaned CSV exports into clearer client-facing reports.
Scope boundary
ZeroPaste extracts and optionally delivers. It does not reconcile, classify, file, or post transactions to a ledger.
Frequently asked questions
Answers grounded in the actual ZeroPaste workflow and scope boundary.
Useful next steps
These links keep the buyer journey tight: try the workflow, verify the trust story, or compare adjacent options.
ZeroPaste
Try ZeroPaste free — 5 invoices, no card required
Upload files, forward invoice emails, or use Snap on your phone. Get clean spreadsheet-ready rows first, then connect Xero only if and when you want draft bills created automatically.