Best e-invoicing software for Belgium & Europe compared
E-invoicing via Peppol is mandatory in Belgium and rolling out across Europe. Here's an honest comparison of the main providers, and where e-invoice.be fits in.
The European e-invoicing landscape in 2026
E-invoicing mandates are accelerating across Europe. Belgium made B2B e-invoicing via Peppol mandatory in January 2026. France, Germany, Poland, and Spain are following with their own timelines. The EU ViDA directive targets broader harmonization by 2030. For businesses operating across borders, choosing the right Peppol provider now pays off as more countries come online.
The market broadly splits into four categories: full-stack invoicing platforms (like Billit) that bundle Peppol with accounting features, consumer document platforms (like Doccle) that added Peppol as an extra, global enterprise APIs (like Storecove) built for software vendors, and developer-focused APIs (like Recommand) for technical integrations.
in the Peppol network and growing
pricing range across providers
EU ViDA target for cross-border e-invoicing
Key differentiator: PDF to Peppol / PDF to UBL conversion
Most Peppol providers require you to submit structured data (UBL XML or JSON). Only a few, including e-invoice.be, can automatically convert your existing PDF, Word, or Excel invoices into Peppol-compliant UBL e-invoices. This means you can keep using your current invoicing tools without any technical changes. If your e-invoicing API abstracts UBL creation, you also get automatic future-proofing as new countries mandate e-invoicing.
E-invoicing mandates across Europe
Peppol is the backbone of e-invoicing in a growing number of countries. Here is where things stand.
Belgium
Mandatory since Jan 2026
B2B via Peppol
France
Mandatory from Sep 2026
Factur-X / Peppol
Germany
Mandatory from Jan 2027
XRechnung / Peppol
Italy
Mandatory since 2019
SDI + Peppol
Poland
KSeF from Feb 2026
National + Peppol
Romania
Mandatory since Jan 2024
e-Factura / Peppol
Spain
Verifactu rolling out
National + Peppol
Netherlands
B2G mandatory, B2B voluntary
Peppol widely adopted
e-invoice.be works across all 46 Peppol member countries. Read more about how PDF to Peppol conversion works or explore our API integration guide.
What to look for in a Peppol provider
How invoices are delivered
Some providers deliver to email, others require you to log into a portal or app. Consider what fits your daily workflow. Email delivery means no extra tool to learn.
Format conversion (PDF to Peppol)
Can you send invoices from your existing tools (Word, Excel, PDF), or must you create UBL XML? Automatic conversion saves significant development and training effort.
Pricing model
Pay-per-invoice vs. monthly subscription vs. enterprise custom pricing. For low-volume businesses, pay-per-use avoids paying in quiet months.
Fraud protection
Invoice fraud is a growing problem. Look for providers that verify senders, validate IBAN numbers, and detect phishing attempts on incoming invoices.
API & integration options
If you need to integrate Peppol into your software, check for REST APIs, webhooks, SDKs, and documentation quality. UBL abstraction can save months of development time.
EU future-proofing
The EU ViDA directive will expand e-invoicing across Europe by 2030. Choose a provider that can scale with you as more countries mandate e-invoicing.
Detailed comparisons
e-invoice.be vs Billit
Full-stack invoicing platform
One of the largest Peppol access points in Belgium with 120,000+ users. Full invoicing suite with quotes, bank reconciliation, and accountant portal. Best for businesses wanting an all-in-one invoicing solution.
e-invoice.be is simpler and pay-per-use. Billit is a full invoicing suite with a subscription model.
e-invoice.be vs Doccle
Consumer digital mailbox
Large digital mailbox with 4.4 million users, primarily in Belgium. A consumer platform for receiving documents, payslips, and invoices. Offers free Peppol registration.
e-invoice.be is built for business e-invoicing. Doccle is a consumer document platform. Many businesses use both.
e-invoice.be vs Storecove
Multi-network enterprise e-invoicing API
Dutch e-invoicing platform connecting to Peppol, DBNAlliance (US), and CTC clearance systems (Italy SDI, Poland KSeF, Romania ANAF, and more). Enterprise-focused with custom pricing starting around €495/month.
Both cover Europe via Peppol. Storecove adds CTC clearance networks and the US. e-invoice.be is simpler and more affordable.
e-invoice.be vs Recommand (BRBX)
Developer-focused Peppol API
Startup by BRBX with an open-source Peppol API (AGPL-3.0). Targets developers and software vendors. Requires you to create your own UBL XML. No abstraction layer.
e-invoice.be abstracts UBL away and is EU future-proof. Recommand requires in-house UBL expertise.
Peppol provider comparison: features and pricing
| e-invoice.be | Billit | Doccle | Storecove | Recommand | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target audience | SMEs & developers (EU-wide) | SMEs & accountants | Consumers (4.4M users) | Global enterprises & ISVs | Developers & integrators |
| Email delivery | Yes | No (portal) | No (app) | Optional | No (API only) |
| PDF to Peppol | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| UBL abstraction | Yes | Yes | N/A | Partial | No (build your own) |
| Pricing | From €0.25/invoice | From €7.50/mo | Free (consumer) | ~€495+/mo | Not published |
| API & SDKs | REST + 5 SDKs | REST API | Enterprise only | REST API | REST API |
| Fraud protection | Yes | Basic | Basic | Standard | Standard |
| Networks | Peppol (46 countries) | Peppol | Peppol | Peppol + CTC + DBNAlliance | Peppol |
Where e-invoice.be fits
e-invoice.be is a certified Peppol Access Point that works across all 46 Peppol member countries. We focus on making Peppol e-invoicing as simple as possible:
- E-invoices in your email. Invoices arrive straight in your inbox. No extra tool to learn
- Full portal included. UBL viewer, unlimited team members, MFA, and complete invoice management
- Send from any format. PDF, Word, Excel automatically converted to Peppol
- API with UBL abstraction. Send simple JSON, we handle the UBL. Future-proof for EU expansion
- Built-in fraud protection. Anti-phishing, IBAN validation, sender verification
- Transparent pricing. From €0.25/invoice (lower at higher volumes), pay only for what you use
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