Decimal vs Fondo: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Decimal and Fondo — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: Decimal wins on our scorecard (7.6/10 vs 7.3/10).
| Scored on | Decimal | Fondo |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 8 |
| Ease of use | 8 | 7 |
| Fees & pricing | 6 | 7 |
| Customer support | 7 | 6 |
| Features | 9 | 8 |
| Basic Bookkeeping | From $500/mo (quoted) | — |
| Tax Filing Add-on | Varies by complexity | — |
| Onboarding/Cleanup | Custom one-time fee | — |
| Bookkeeping Starting Price | — | Contact for quote (~$300+/mo) |
| Tax Filing | — | Varies by entity complexity |
| R&D Credit Study | — | Percentage of credit or flat fee |
Decimal in one paragraph
Decimal is a powerhouse for modern, tech-forward businesses that want to fully outsource their back office and stop playing 'tech support' for their own accounting software.
Skip it if: Skip it if you are a micro-business making under $200k or a company that relies heavily on manual, paper-based cash transactions.
Fondo in one paragraph
Fondo is the premier choice for tech founders who need to automate their R&D tax credits and Delaware compliance without hiring a full-time controller.
Skip it if: You are a local service business (like a contractor or retail shop) that does not need R&D credits or accrual-based accounting.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Decimal or Fondo?
On our five-axis scorecard, Decimal scores higher (7.6/10 vs 7.3/10). Decimal is a powerhouse for modern, tech-forward businesses that want to fully outsource their back office and stop playing 'tech support' for their own accounting software.
Who should skip Decimal?
Skip it if you are a micro-business making under $200k or a company that relies heavily on manual, paper-based cash transactions.
Who should skip Fondo?
You are a local service business (like a contractor or retail shop) that does not need R&D credits or accrual-based accounting.