Alternatives · Document Processing

Zentriq vs ReadSoft / Kofax

Modern alternative to ReadSoft and Kofax for Business Central. AI-powered invoice processing with zero templates and 5-minute setup.

ReadSoft (now part of Kofax, owned by Tungsten Automation) has been a document capture leader for decades. Their enterprise-grade OCR platform handles high-volume invoice processing with configurable extraction rules. But the enterprise complexity comes at an enterprise price point.

Limitations of ReadSoft / Kofax

  • Enterprise pricing — often CHF 50'000+ for initial deployment
  • Complex server infrastructure or cloud deployment
  • Requires dedicated admin staff for template management
  • Heavy configuration for each document type
  • Not designed specifically for Business Central
  • Overkill for companies processing under 1'000 invoices/month

Why teams switch to Zentriq

Built for Business Central

Zentriq is designed specifically for Dynamics 365 BC. Native integration, BC-specific field mapping, and direct record creation.

AI, not templates

No extraction rules to configure. AI understands invoice layouts automatically — even for suppliers you've never processed before.

Affordable for SMBs

Start free with 20 credits/month. Paid plans start at CHF 29/user/month — a fraction of enterprise OCR costs.

More than OCR

Zentriq includes PunchOut cart capture and an AI assistant. ReadSoft/Kofax only handles documents.

Feature comparison

FeatureReadSoft / KofaxZentriq
Target marketEnterprise (1'000+ invoices/mo)SMB to mid-market
Starting priceCHF 50'000+ deploymentFree tier available
Setup timeWeeks to months5 minutes
BC integrationVia connector / middlewareNative AL extension
Template managementRequiredNot needed
InfrastructureOn-prem server or cloudSaaS — nothing to host
PunchOut / cart captureNot includedIncluded
AI assistantNot includedIncluded

The verdict

ReadSoft/Kofax is the right choice for enterprises processing thousands of documents daily with complex workflows. For BC-centric SMBs that want fast, affordable invoice processing with additional procurement automation, Zentriq is the modern alternative.

Try Zentriq free

The best way to decide is to try it. Zentriq offers a free plan with 20 Agent messages and 5 PunchOut captures per month — no credit card required.

Start free → or request a demo.

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