Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
SAP Ariba
Score 7.9 out of 10
N/A
With advanced tools to automate manual processes and support close collaboration with suppliers, SAP Ariba helps streamline source-to-pay processes across organizations.N/A
SAP Concur
Score 8.4 out of 10
N/A
SAP Concur is a SaaS expense report management product, and handles corporate travel booking, expense report automation, reimbursement, audit, and business intelligence, and corporate card integration.
$9
per month
Pricing
SAP AribaSAP Concur
Editions & Modules
No answers on this topic
Concur Travel and Expense
$9.00
per report (average price)
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
SAP AribaSAP Concur
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
YesNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
YesNo
Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
Additional Details
More Pricing Information
Community Pulse
SAP AribaSAP Concur
Considered Both Products
SAP Ariba
Chose SAP Ariba
Reputation, ease of use, known commodity
Chose SAP Ariba
CMS system has less functionalities for the contract management and is not so flexible and user friendy.
No SAP Solution, which is in contradiction of our company IT strategy.
Full compliance with Internal company security requirements.
Chose SAP Ariba
SAP Ariba Procurement :Focus: Direct and indirect goods procurement, e-commerce, supplier collaboration. Strengths: Global supplier network, robust e-sourcing and catalog capabilities, automated invoice management, spend visibility and analytics. Weaknesses: Limited talent …
Chose SAP Ariba
Better integrated with the SAP suite of products
Chose SAP Ariba
Its better although not as intuitive.
Chose SAP Ariba
The main advantage of using SAP Ariba in addition to the traditional SAP ERP is its classic functionality of Catalogues. This maintenance of catalogues is solely done by suppliers and the Buyer just approves them. These catalogues are they used in conjunction with guided buying …
SAP Concur
Chose SAP Concur
We choose to improve effective travel management,
Chose SAP Concur
In my opinion, Navan is light years ahead of SAP Concur
Chose SAP Concur
Travel and Expense is a very strategic topic, and it should be for most of the companies. Concur was a acquisition by SAP like Ariba, Fieldglass, etc. There is definitely an onboarding needed to SAP standards that can take years. I know Ariba has its own challenges too, but for …
Chose SAP Concur
We use AmTrav for travel booking and SAP Concur for the expense reporting and approvals. SAP Concur may be a better solution for travel booking, however I have not used it.
Chose SAP Concur
Overall SAP Concur was the best because of its inherent integration with our SAP application through ICS.
Chose SAP Concur
SAP Concur is a one-stop shop both for making travel arrangements and submitting expenses.
Chose SAP Concur
Expensify and Zoho Expense work for small and mid-size businesses. Big multinationals do not receive benefits from the apps. Coupa is good as a solution for organizations with non-SAP leading systems. If you plan to use SAP ERP as the main/lending system then SAP Concur is the …
Chose SAP Concur
After reviewing some demos, we realized that simplicity is key, sometimes too many colors or a lot of information can make a process overwelming. Focusing on SAP products, when we already use SAP R3/CC in order to , in the future, get into SAP 4HANA, we prefer to have all the …
Chose SAP Concur
SAP Concur integrates well with our SAP AP team for payment processing and very easy to reconcile.
Chose SAP Concur
Basically, before using SAP Concur, I used to use just a simple excel sheet with some additionally functions. The excel tool was nice to have, but many limitations like system connection, automation in case of expenses reporting. No booking function available in the excel, …
Chose SAP Concur
We haven't gone through that analysis. We chose Concur directly based on the ability to integrate with our current payment system SAP ECC. Concur system is a sole source for our Organization.
Concur UI was very friendly and impressive OCR on the invoice reading plus mobile …
Chose SAP Concur
In a company that relies heavily on SAP solutions it would only make sense to leverage the integration of concur. Versus other systems concur relies on a quick and easy integration for master data and policies but as well with credit card providers. The integration of travel, …
Chose SAP Concur
Before in a smaller company we used onlu manual excel file for expenses etc. This process was really confusing and problematic hence having Concur helps a lot
Chose SAP Concur
I was not the description maker.
Chose SAP Concur
Much easier for the every day users.
Chose SAP Concur
Concur had a lot more functionality avialable.
Chose SAP Concur
The Concur platform is used by several government agencies that have much stricter guidelines than private companies. Concur is part of SAP and therefore has access to a large support network. Concur is always hosting training meetings to ensure that its users are taking full …
Features
SAP AribaSAP Concur
Expense Management
Comparison of Expense Management features of Product A and Product B
SAP Ariba
-
Ratings
SAP Concur
8.3
443 Ratings
1% above category average
Employee Expense Reporting00 Ratings8.4435 Ratings
Corporate Card Reconciliation00 Ratings8.2325 Ratings
Payment Management
Comparison of Payment Management features of Product A and Product B
SAP Ariba
-
Ratings
SAP Concur
8.2
385 Ratings
3% above category average
Customizable Approval Policies00 Ratings8.1332 Ratings
Financial Document Management00 Ratings8.4279 Ratings
Payment Status Tracking00 Ratings8.4333 Ratings
Payment Audit Trail00 Ratings8.2302 Ratings
Duplicate Bill Detection00 Ratings7.8266 Ratings
Advanced OCR00 Ratings8.0226 Ratings
Electronic Funds Transfer00 Ratings8.4215 Ratings
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Score 8.9 out of 10
Dext
Dext
Score 9.6 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
Precoro
Precoro
Score 9.3 out of 10
Precoro
Precoro
Score 9.3 out of 10
Enterprises
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SAP S/4HANA Cloud
Score 8.5 out of 10
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User Ratings
SAP AribaSAP Concur
Likelihood to Recommend
7.9
(204 ratings)
8.3
(877 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
7.0
(5 ratings)
8.2
(40 ratings)
Usability
7.9
(156 ratings)
8.4
(108 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
8.3
(13 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(10 ratings)
Support Rating
5.5
(21 ratings)
8.3
(41 ratings)
In-Person Training
-
(0 ratings)
3.9
(6 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(5 ratings)
Implementation Rating
7.3
(1 ratings)
8.0
(13 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
8.3
(7 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
8.1
(57 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
8.5
(56 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
6.5
(8 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
6.5
(7 ratings)
User Testimonials
SAP AribaSAP Concur
Likelihood to Recommend
SAP
Adopted by various vendors, hence easy to reach out to do business. Enables centralized supplier onboarding and integrates with other CLM SAAS products. In general, it’s a great tool that has streamlined procurement and supplier management, though there’s still some room to improve usability and integration. Overall, it’s reliable and delivers strong value.
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SAP Concur
SAP Concur is great for large organizations because of it's built in approval process functions. It is great tool for expense reports and any company where employees need to book travel. I imagine that the tool would be more tricky to use for those who are less technically savvy since there are many tabs and it is sometimes tricky to navigate.
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Pros
SAP
  • Complete Procurement of Inventory step easy through GUI-Ariba integration once Purchase order is created and it is sent to the SAP Ariba Supplier Network. Vendor confirms the order and sends notification of Inbound Delivery to the warehouse through ASN and the Inbound process, Goods Receipt Process, Unloading, Put away process easy.
  • SAP Ariba integrates the different SAP Sourcing platforms, services and their tools in order to optimize operations, saves cost and meeting customer requirements through its easy to use tools. Such as integration with SAP S/4 HANA, SAP EWM using Idocs for End to End sourcing and Procurement coverage.
  • As a part of the SAP Direct Sourcing suite, it helps allow customer manage their direct materials in the single dashboard and helping customer to have view of the comprehensive info about BoM and the structure. Based on requirements, buyers can run materials and/or entire Bill of Materials. When these are sent from ERP to SAP Ariba, managers can manage them in the direct spend dashboard. Can search for desired items in the dashboard and view details of BoM or deeper view of information of the material. Buyers can run sourcing, run details for materials, create material quotes, and create pricing using book quotes.
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SAP Concur
  • Self service and easy to navigate
  • Available on all mobile devices
  • Provides travel options such as airlines for the destination with several options
  • Automatically define check in and check out dates and time for hotels
  • Reminds users to book other travel related activities
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Cons
SAP
  • While SAP Ariba offers workflow capabilities, users have suggested more advanced customization options for workflows
  • SAP Ariba has a mobile app, users have suggested improvements in terms of functionality and responsiveness. Enhancements to the mobile app could provide a more seamless and efficient experience for users on the go
  • SAP Ariba integrates well with various enterprise systems, users have reported that the initial setup and integration processes can be complex. Improvements in integration tools and documentation could facilitate a smoother onboarding experience
  • AP Ariba provides robust reporting and analytics capabilities, some users desire greater flexibility in creating and customizing reports. Improvements in the ability to generate ad-hoc reports and customize dashboards could enhance analytics capabilities
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SAP Concur
  • For a new user of SAP Concur, it becomes difficult to file the first reimbursement as that person is new to the application and probably, one needs to to go through the instructions to get used to it. So, user interface can be improved and could be tried to make more interactive. Other than that, it's all good to go.
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Likelihood to Renew
SAP
Established product and we are now using it as a mean for our procurement transformation
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SAP Concur
Now that we are fully on Concur, switching is not an option. Concur has become ingrained in our expense reporting process. Furthermore, Concur continues to improve its offering. Each month, they release updates and changes, many of which were client requested. Concur's constant evolution means it is adapting with my business
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Usability
SAP
After implementing SAP Ariba, our procurement operations have improved significantly. We know what to order, when, how much to order, and the dollar value we will spend. This helps us manage our inventory better and improve cash flow. Also, API enables us to integrate with external modules like logistics and freight booking and tracking.
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SAP Concur
I think it is very easy to use, especially once you are acquainted with it. I think the UX could be improved so some things, like accessing old reports, are more intuitive once you learn it though it is not difficult to replicate.
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Reliability and Availability
SAP
No answers on this topic
SAP Concur
In prior years I would have given them a 9.5 for availability. Unfortunately in 2015 so far this rating has dropped to a 7 overall.
We have experienced far too many interruptions - from admins to employees who rely on it for day to day booking of travel and submission of expense reports. Server errors, slow system response time and spinning wheels are too common place. Those things should be a rare occurrence, not a daily interruption.

While Conur still has great product offerings overall, they are currently not offering world class or best in class product (and customer service) availability. Remaining hopeful they step up and get their A game going again soon.
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Performance
SAP
No answers on this topic
SAP Concur
Performance-wise, it's good, loads pages quickly, and reports are highly accurate and easy to understand. Also, we can generate custom reports as needed, and we have integrated with a few other apps, and we have not seen any downgrade in performance.
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Support Rating
SAP
Customer support has always been top notch. From small configuration changes to overall process changes, support has the teammates in place with excellent knowledge and is able to provide solutions based on business challenges quickly. Their customer support through their Account teams continues to be hands on and very responsive to needs in a timely fashion.
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SAP Concur
I have never had to use customer support when using Concur Expense - the UX could be a bit nicer on the eyes or easier to understand, but there have never been any problems when using Concur Expense that I have had to ask or reach out to customer support to help me with anything.
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In-Person Training
SAP
No answers on this topic
SAP Concur
My Seniors were the ones who taught me about Concur. Concur Support team has sent me training links and answered me in their tickets too. Usually they are helpful and knows their stuff. There are times when webex meetings is conducted for reporting training. They were very patient and took down all the details from me.
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Online Training
SAP
No answers on this topic
SAP Concur
I can use it after that training, so it fits the purpose.
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Implementation Rating
SAP
No answers on this topic
SAP Concur
There are different implementation teams for each module of the product you purchase, so implementation is not a 'one size fits all' environment. Also, the different implementation teams have different ways of doing things, so Concur could stand some standardization and streamlining in this area. A Project Manager can make or break an implementation so don't be scared to ask for a new one if things are rocky.
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Alternatives Considered
SAP
It improves over all vendor management system of an organization by providing less costly ways of procurement and making business simple. AribaSAP Ariba digitally transforms your supply chain, procurement and contract management process. acts as supply chain, procurement service to do business globally In today’s world, there is a need to control your supply chain and to collaborate with your suppliers in an efficient way. To enable healthy supply chain, you need to have suppliers with visibility to every part of procurement process so that they can maintain an efficient supply chain and help organizations to grow their and own business..
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SAP Concur
Expensify and Zoho Expense work for small and mid-size businesses. Big multinationals do not receive benefits from the apps. Coupa is good as a solution for organizations with non-SAP leading systems. If you plan to use SAP ERP as the main/lending system then SAP Concur is the best solution, mainly for its native integration with SAP ecosystem.
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Scalability
SAP
No answers on this topic
SAP Concur
This program has been very helpful, user friendly and has been a great asset to use to assist with time management. Not only are leadership involved with using this program but all staff as well. This is also a great way to hold each accountable. Easy startup with not many means for hands on training
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Return on Investment
SAP
  • We saved nearly 10% of planned costs due to the large database of vendors we created within the company as a whole.
  • Saving in time due to shortening of procurement cycles. Procurement activities were never on the critical path and were accomplished with less Supply Chain resources than originally planned.
  • In the process we created a huge database of Vendors and Pricing which well be beneficial in our future projects.
  • It is an excellent tool and just what are business required and could afford.
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SAP Concur
  • Concur's automation has produced impressive efficiency improvements, which have decreased the time and effort required for expense management.
  • Manual errors and policy violations have decreased, which has led to cost savings.
  • We now adhere to corporate regulations better, which lowers risks thanks to Concur's policy compliance checker.
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ScreenShots

SAP Ariba Screenshots

Screenshot of the advanced tools that automate manual processes and support close collaboration with suppliers. The SAP Ariba Buying and Invoicing solution help streamline procure-to-pay processes across organizations.Screenshot of SAP Ariba's digitalization, which covers processes from contract requests, authoring, and workflows to negotiation, approval, and execution for lower costs and improved relationships.Screenshot of an instance of SAP Ariba's support for industry-specific processes and systems. This helps process manufacturers, retailers, and discrete manufacturers that rely on external manufacturers to capture more savings by improving source-to-contract processes and supplier collaboration.Screenshot of the digitalizing and automating of invoice management over a global business network, in SAP Ariba. This delivers visibility and efficiency to capture more early-payment discounts and optimize working capital.

SAP Concur Screenshots

Screenshot of a picture of a receipt snapped from a smartphoneScreenshot of analytics from SAP ConcurScreenshot of the integrated travel and expense applicationScreenshot of the SAP Concur mobile app