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Melio Pricing 2026

Plans, hidden costs, and cheaper alternatives compared

Is Melio worth the price?

75/10

Melio's pricing is fair, offering a generous free tier for small businesses with limited ACH needs.

The Core plan at $25/month provides good value for unlimited ACH, though the 2.9% card fee remains. The Scale plan is for larger businesses requiring custom solutions.

Pricing Plans

Free

Free

  • 5 free ACH/mo
  • Sync with accounting
  • Pay by bank or card
  • 2.9% card fee

Core

$25/month

  • Unlimited ACH
  • 1 user seat
  • Accounting sync
  • 2.9% card fee

Scale

Custom

  • Unlimited users
  • Premium support
  • Advanced controls

Hidden Costs & Gotchas

2.9% fee on all card payments across all tiers

Core plan limited to a single user seat

Custom pricing for advanced Scale features

Which Plan Do You Need?

Small businesses needing basic bill pay

Companies wanting to streamline AP/AR

Businesses scaling their payment operations

How Melio Compares to Competitors

Compared to Bill.com, which starts around $49/month for basic features, Melio's free tier and $25/month Core plan are more accessible for smaller businesses. However, both charge similar card processing fees. QuickBooks Bill Pay also offers integrated solutions, but Melio's focus on standalone bill payment can be more flexible.

Melio Pricing FAQ

How much does Melio cost?

Melio starts at $25/month on the Core plan. A free plan is also available with limited features.

Does Melio have a free plan?

Yes. Melio offers a free plan called "Free". It includes: 5 free ACH/mo, Sync with accounting, Pay by bank or card.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Melio?

Yes. Popular alternatives to Melio include Pleo, EnergyCAP. Free alternatives include Pleo. Compare them side-by-side on Toolradar.

Cheaper alternatives to Melio

Direct competitors with similar features. Many offer free tiers or lower per-seat pricing.