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When considering a tool to build automated workflows for internal audit execution, several factors come to mind. It's not just about meeting the functional requirements; pricing is a crucial aspect. Airtable is often a top choice for automation, but does its pricing truly align with your expectations? Let's explore this by comparing Airtable and Bika.ai in various aspects.
Airtable is a cloud-based platform that combines the simplicity of a spreadsheet with the power of a database. It's designed for creating, sharing, and collaborating, allowing you to organize content, track projects, and manage tasks effectively. However, it has some challenges. The base structure can be complex for non-tech users, and it has limitations in handling large datasets and providing easy-to-use automation. The platform's architecture, centered around "bases," can pose a steep learning curve for those unfamiliar with database terminology.
Bika.ai is a no-code AI automation database offering an easy-to-use platform with features like AI-Agent-enhanced CRM, marketing automation system, project management system, BI, and ERP, all at an attractive price. It comes with plug-and-play templates that simplify automating business processes. Crucially, it can handle massive data volumes effortlessly.
Airtable is suitable for simple tasks and smaller databases. In contrast, Bika.ai shines in handling complex tasks and larger data volumes. Here's a comparison of some key features:
| Feature | Airtable | Bika.ai |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free provided, paid plans from $20/user/month | Free provided, paid plans from $9.99/user/month |
| Platform Type | No-code database | No-code AI automation database |
| Ease of Use | Base structure is geeky for non-tech users | Directory tree is easy to use and user-friendly for general users |
| Records per Database | Up to 125,000 records per base for Business plan | Up to 1,500,000 records per database for Team plan |
| Automation | Basic automation capabilities with limited triggers and actions | Advanced automation capabilities with extensive triggers and actions |
| Template | Templates don’t include automation capability; no automation publish and share | plenty of plug-and-play AI automated templates with preset content; supports automation publish and share |
| Storage | 100 GB of attachments per base | 800 GB per space |
| API | Limited APIs | API-first platform making every feature an integration endpoint for automation |
Bika.ai offers a generous free tier and scalable paid options that provide better value compared to Airtable. Airtable's pricing can be expensive for larger teams and extensive usage.
| Plan | Features | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Unlimited bases 1,000 records per base Up to 5 editors 1 GB of attachments per base 100 automation runs Interface Designer | Free |
| Team plan | 50,000 records per base 25,000 automation runs 20 GB of attachments per base Standard sync integrations Extensions Gantt and timeline view Expanded color, formatting, and calendar options | $20 per user per month |
| Business plan | 125,000 records per base 100,000 automation runs 100 GB of attachments per base Premium sync integrations Verified data Two-way sync Admin panel SAML-based single sign-on | $45 per user per month |
| Enterprise plan | 500,000 records per base 500,000 automation runs 1,000 GB of attachments per base On-premises sync integrations Enterprise Hub Enhanced security and admin controls Enterprise API Extension and integration management Audit logs and DLP | Pricing on request (estimated to start at $70 up to $100 per user per month) |
| Plan | Features | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 5GB of storage 10,000 records per database 200 automation runs Missions, Reports, AI Summary, and more Free Send Bulk 100+ SMS / 1000+ Email OpenAPI Access | Free |
| Plus plan | 50GB of storage 100,000 records per database 30,000 automation runs Permissions control More database fields, automation actions More free SMS, Email, Reports, Missions, AI | $9.99 per user per month |
| Pro plan | 200GB of storage 500,000 records per database 60,000 automation runs IM / Email Support Team / Organization Advanced OpenAPI and AI models | $19.99 per user per month |
| Team plan | 800GB of storage 1,500,000 records per database 100,000 automation runs Audit Logs Full integrations, automations Advanced Permissions | $39.99 per user per month |
Choose Bika.ai if you need:
Bika.ai's proactive features save time and resources, allowing you and your team to focus on strategic activities.
The Regular Invoice Collection for Paid Payments template in Bika.ai is designed to facilitate the work of finance managers and administrative staff. Here's how to use it:
Install this template into your Bika Space. If you need to manage multiple projects simultaneously, you can install it multiple times.
Invite the finance manager to join the Space, set the role to "Finance Manager," and create an invitation link.
Enter the editing interface of the Automatic Invoice Collection automation task to modify trigger conditions and execution actions.
Set the corresponding payer information in the invoice management.
Check if the reminder notification is sent at 10 AM on the 25th of each month. You can also click "Run Now" for a test.
Payers can submit invoices through the collection reminders.
The finance manager will receive a reminder and needs to confirm the submitted invoice.
View all submitted invoice information in the invoice management.
Conclusion Use Bika.ai's automation template to address specific challenges related to internal audit execution and streamline your processes.
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