Airbase vs Pleo
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Expense Management Software (2026). Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
Airbase ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #10) for Finance teams managing T&E and corporate cards. A complete platform for procurement, AP, and expenses.
At a glance
| Airbase | Pleo | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Expense Management Software (2026) | #10 / The 11 Best Expense Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 7.5 |
| Best for | Comprehensive mid-market spend management | Smart cards for European SMBs |
| Pricing | $$$ (Custom pricing) | $$ (Starts from €0, paid plans available) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Founded | 2017 | 2015 |
Airbase
A complete platform for procurement, AP, and expenses.
www.airbase.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Expense Management Software (2026)
Pleo
Simple, elegant mobile experience for smart cards in Europe.
www.pleo.ioSee full entry in The 11 Best Expense Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.