DAVO by Avalara vs. Pilot.com

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
DAVO by Avalara
Score 10.0 out of 10
N/A
DAVO automatically sets aside the exact amount of sales tax collected daily using sales data from the user's POS system, and then files and pays it to the State, on time and in full. With DAVO, the user's sales tax management is fully automated. Benefits & Features: Automatically sets aside sales tax daily Files and pays, on time and in full First month free One flat monthly fee – no hidden charges Set-up through POS with…N/A
Pilot
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
Pilot is a startup-focused accounting firm headquartered in the US with a team of 350+ US-based employees including accountants, fractional CFOs, and tax specialists who focus on building a strong finance foundation for clients' businesses. Pilot offers Bookkeeping, CFO, tax services, and more for startups and small businesses, ranging from two founders in a garage to hundred-person teams.
$349
per month (billed annually)
Pricing
DAVO by AvalaraPilot.com
Editions & Modules
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Starter
$349
per month (billed annually)
Core
$499
per month (billed annually)
Plus
Custom pricing
per month billed annually
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
DAVO by AvalaraPilot
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeRequired
Additional DetailsPilot Starter - For pre-revenue companies and companies with streamlined needs. Includes: - Dedicated finance expert - Accrual basis bookkeeping - P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements - Support and advice Pilot Core - For revenue generating companies that are growing. Includes: - Dedicated finance expert - Controller support, including guidance on revenue recognition policies, COGS and CapEx - Accrual basis bookkeeping - P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements - Support and advice Pilot Plus - A tailored a plan to meet the unique needs of any business. For businesses dealing with multiple entities, multiple locations, or special revenue recognition. Includes everything in Core, plus: - Support for class tracking, multiple entities, and consolidated reporting - Billable expenses
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Community Pulse
DAVO by AvalaraPilot.com
Considered Both Products
DAVO by Avalara

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Pilot
Chose Pilot
I liked the people they had working for them, and their communication was exceptional. This is their focus, not the overall software package with bookkeeping services added in.
Chose Pilot
Nobody else seemed to have the same capabilities and fit with our company culture as well. QuickBooks or Xero alone don't offer the same level of service and would require too much effort on our part. We used Indinero with my prior company and they just missed a lot of things …
Chose Pilot
We talked to two other firms, one very small and one more corporate-like. We liked the startup feel of Pilot.com better than the other two.
Chose Pilot
Pilot.com is reliable and trustworthy. You don't have to worry that your bookkeeper is going to retire (which has happened to us before) and that you'll need to start all over with someone new.
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User Ratings
DAVO by AvalaraPilot.com
Likelihood to Recommend
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9.0
(0 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
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9.1
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Vendor pre-sale
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9.1
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
DAVO by AvalaraPilot.com
Likelihood to Recommend
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Pilot is great for early-stage startups in any vertical. They handle the entire financial stack and will save you a lot of time on that front. Their CFO services are also great regardless of the vertical you are in. As a founder, this is something you shouldn't waste your time on, and with Pilot you can feel secure.
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Pros
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  • Quick responses to questions submitted to support
  • Integration with various banking systems and software, including HR systems and cap table system, which saves time when filing taxes
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Cons
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  • I would say that only room for improvement would be to offer more educational opportunities that explain what the numbers mean.
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Alternatives Considered
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I liked the people they had working for them, and their communication was exceptional. This is their focus, not the overall software package with bookkeeping services added in.
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ScreenShots

DAVO by Avalara Screenshots

Screenshot of Online dashboard to review tax info, payment confirmations and daily sales. Quickly access stored sales tax reports, returns and historical dataScreenshot of DAVO automates every step of the sales tax process — from collecting to filing to paying.Screenshot of Since DAVO guarantees that your sales tax is always paid on time, you can be sure you will get any on-time filing discounts that may be available in your state.Screenshot of DAVO works seamlessly with your POS, so there’s nothing you need to do once it's set up.Screenshot of The first month is free to try. Get started today!