Belgian e-invoicing providers compared
Since January 2026, B2B e-invoicing via Peppol is mandatory in Belgium. Here's an honest look at how the main providers compare, and where e-invoice.be fits in.
The Belgian e-invoicing landscape in 2026
Belgium's mandatory B2B e-invoicing regulation (effective January 1, 2026) requires all VAT-registered businesses to send and receive structured electronic invoices via the Peppol network. This has created a fast-growing market of Peppol access points and e-invoicing tools.
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.
of Peppol providers serving the Belgian market
per invoice/month. Pricing varies wildly
Belgian B2B e-invoicing mandate now in effect
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 EU countries mandate e-invoicing.
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
Belgium's largest Peppol access point 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
Belgium's largest digital mailbox with 4.4 million users after the Zoomit merger. Primarily 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
Belgian 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.
At a glance
| e-invoice.be | Billit | Doccle | Storecove | Recommand | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target audience | SMEs & developers (EU-wide via Peppol) | Belgian 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 | €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 (Belgium) | Peppol (Belgium) | Peppol + CTC + DBNAlliance | Peppol (Belgium) |
Where e-invoice.be fits
e-invoice.be is a certified Peppol Access Point built specifically for the Belgian market. We focus on making Peppol e-invoicing as simple as possible:
- E-invoices in your email. No portal, no app, no new tool to learn
- 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. €0.25/invoice, pay only for what you use, 120% tax deductible
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