FlexPoint vs. Alternative Payments: 
Which is the Best MSP Payment Solution

Choosing the Best Payment Automation System For Your MSP

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AT-A-GLANCE

FlexPoint vs. Alternative Payments

Features

Company or Platform-focus
Integrations
PSA and Accounting Sync
ConnectWise and QuickBooks Online Sync
Financing Options
Branded Payment Portal
Deposit Reconciliation
Branded Email Delivery
Email Tracking
Reporting
FlexPoint is built exclusively for the specific needs of MSPs and their business clients
Custom built in-house
Dual integration simultaneously connects PSA and accounting software
Included
Up to 12 Months
Your domain
Automated
Invoices are sent from your email domain, and clients responses are received in 
your inbox
Included
Detailed reporting, including payment 
and deposits
Alternative Payments
Built and used by many industries: 
Marketing Agencies, Staffing Agencies, Waste Water, MSPs
Uses third-party integrations, which are inflexible, basic, and rely on third parties for functionality and performance
Single integrations forcing you to pick PSA or accounting integration
Not Supported
Up to 150 Days
Not available
Manual
Invoices are sent from an unmonitored inbox, leaving clients confused
Not Supported
Detailed reporting, including payment 
and deposits

Features

Alternative Payments

Company & Platform Focus

Built exclusively for the specific needs of MSPs and their clients

Built and used by many industries: marketing agencies, staffing agencies, waste water, MSPs

Same-day ACH

Integrations

Custom built in-house

Uses 3rd-party integrations

PSA & Accounting Sync

Dual integration simultaneously connects
PSA and accounting software

Single integrations force you to pick
PSA or Accounting integration

ConnectWise & QuickBooks Online Dual-Sync

Included

Not supported

Financing Options

up to 12 months

up to 150 days

Deposit Reconciliation

Automated

Manual

Branded Email Delivery

Invoices are sent from your domain, client responses are received in your inbox

Invoices are sent from an unmonitored inbox

Email Tracking

Reporting

Detailed reporting, including payments and deposits

Limited

In-Depth Comparison

FlexPoint vs. Alternative Payments

Dive deeper into how FlexPoint offers a more robust and user-friendly experience compared to Alternative Payments. This detailed feature comparison will help you understand why FlexPoint is the better choice for MSPs who value efficiency, transparency, and advanced functionalities.

Why MSPs Choose FlexPoint Over Alternative Payments

Understand why many MSPs are making the decision to choose FlexPoint over Alternative Payments. This section outlines the critical factors influencing their decisions, spotlighting FlexPoint's advantages in technology, customer service, and overall value.

MSP-Centric Design

FlexPoint's design is meticulously crafted around the operational needs and challenges of MSPs, offering a suite of features that directly address their specific requirements for billing and client management, unlike the broader, less focused approach of Alternative Payments.

Seamless PSA and Financial Integration

With dual integration features, FlexPoint synchronizes seamlessly with both PSA and accounting software, facilitating smoother workflows and data coherence which Alternative Payments does not support with their single-point integrations.

Comprehensive Accounting Data 
Sync Capabilities

FlexPoint provides dual integration that connects both PSA and accounting software simultaneously, while Alternative Payments offers single integrations, forcing users to choose between PSA or accounting integration.

Customizable Client Interactions

FlexPoint enhances MSP-client interactions with fully customizable billing and communication tools that reinforce brand identity and foster client trust, setting it apart from Alternative Payments’ more rigid and impersonal solutions.

Long-Term Financial Flexibility

Offering extended financing terms up to 12 months, FlexPoint supports MSPs in managing their cash flows more effectively, providing a stark contrast to the shorter terms offered by Alternative Payments.

Streamlined Billing and Payment Operations

Choose FlexPoint for its advanced automation in billing and payment processes which significantly reduce manual efforts and enhance accuracy, capabilities not matched by the manual processes prevalent in Alternative Payments.

In-Depth Performance Insights

FlexPoint's comprehensive reporting tools deliver deep insights into financial operations, enabling MSPs to make informed decisions and optimize their services—features that are notably limited within Alternative Payments’ platform.

Real-World Success

MSPs Thriving with FlexPoint

Discover the impactful experiences of MSPs who have chosen FlexPoint. These case studies and testimonials showcase the significant operational improvements and customer satisfaction enhancements achieved through our platform.

Quotations

Since switching to FlexPoint, we've seen a drastic reduction in payment receipt times—now receiving payments 80% faster than before. This change has not only enhanced our cash flow but has also allowed us to cut down on credit card fees by more than $10,000 annually, making a significant impact on our bottom line. FlexPoint has truly streamlined our payment processes, elevating our financial operations to a new level of efficiency."

Mark Luna, President at Excellent Networks

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Why FlexPoint is 
the Right Choice for MSPs

Concluding our detailed comparison, it's evident that FlexPoint provides substantial advantages over Alternative Payments, from purpose-built features to superior client communications and extended financing options. FlexPoint not only simplifies the payment management process but also enhances overall operational effectiveness with flexible terms and robust integration capabilities.

For MSPs Seeking Seamless Integration

Choose FlexPoint for its custom-built, in-house integrations that simultaneously connect PSA and accounting software, ensuring efficient and reliable operations without the inflexibility of third-party integrations used by Alternative Payments.

For MSPs Aiming for Automation and Efficiency

Opt for FlexPoint to automate your deposit reconciliation and reduce manual tasks, significantly improving efficiency and reducing errors compared to Alternative Payments' manual reconciliation process.

For MSPs Needing Extended Financing Options

Choose FlexPoint for its extended financing options up to 12 months, offering greater flexibility and support for managing your cash flow, compared to the shorter-term financing of up to 150 days from Alternative Payments.

Explore FlexPoint's Comprehensive Solutions for MSPs

You've seen how FlexPoint stands out against Alternative Payments—now delve deeper into what makes FlexPoint the preferred choice for MSPs. Get a thorough exploration of FlexPoint's innovative features, customer-centric services, and the tangible benefits these bring to your MSP. Discover how our platform can transform your business operations, enhance client relationships, and boost your growth.

Learn More About FlexPoint’s Advantages

Transform Your MSP Payment Operations with FlexPoint

Ready to take your MSP’s payment management to the next level? FlexPoint offers unmatched efficiency, user-friendly design, and comprehensive financial solutions tailored for MSPs. Experience the benefits of streamlined operations and improved cash flow. Discover how FlexPoint can revolutionize your billing, invoicing, and payments processes. Don’t wait—start transforming your MSP's payment operations today.

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