e-conomic vs Patriot Accounting: Complete Comparison (2026)
An in-depth comparison of e-conomic and Patriot Accounting to help you choose the right tool for your business.
Last updated: November 2026
e-conomic
6.4/10
Cloud accounting software from Visma for small and medium-sized Danish businesses, covering bookkeeping, invoicing, VAT, bank reconciliation and accountant collaboration.
Patriot Accounting
5.9/10
Low-cost, browser-based double-entry accounting software for US small businesses and sole proprietors, with invoicing, bank import, 1099 filing and optional Patriot Payroll.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | E e-conomic | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall Rating | 6.4/10 | 5.9/10 |
| Analytics | 5/10 | 4/10 |
| Compliance | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Cost | 5/10 | 9/10 |
| Customization | 6/10 | 3/10 |
| Ease of Use | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Integration | 8/10 | 3/10 |
| Scalability | 7/10 | 3/10 |
| Security | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Support | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Pricing | ||
| Free plan | No | No |
| Cheapest paid plan | DKK 249/mo Basis | $20/mo Accounting Basic |
| Estimated cost for 10 users | DKK 249/mo Basis | $20/mo Accounting Basic |
| Features | ||
| Corporate Cards | ||
| Inventory Accounting | ||
| Accountant Access | ||
| Bank Reconciliation | ||
| Financial Reporting | ||
| General Ledger | ||
| Invoicing | ||
| Accounts Payable | Not listed | |
| Expense Management | Not listed | |
| Online Payments | Not listed | |
| Payroll | Not listed | |
| Tax Compliance | Not listed | |
e-conomic vs Patriot Accounting cost by team size
| Team size | e-conomic | Patriot Accounting |
|---|---|---|
| 1 user | DKK 249/moBasis | $20/moAccounting Basic |
| 5 users | DKK 249/moBasis | $20/moAccounting Basic |
| 10 users | DKK 249/moBasis | $20/moAccounting Basic |
| 25 users | DKK 249/moBasis | $20/moAccounting Basic |
| 50 users | DKK 249/moBasis | $20/moAccounting Basic |
The plan that fits each team size, billed monthly, before add-ons and usage charges. Each cost opens that tool's pricing calculator for the team size.
Which One Should You Choose?
EWhy choose e-conomic
- Higher Integration score (8/10 vs 3/10)
- Higher Scalability score (7/10 vs 3/10)
- Includes Corporate Cards, which Patriot Accounting lacks
- Includes Inventory Accounting, which Patriot Accounting lacks
Why choose Patriot Accounting
- Higher Cost score (9/10 vs 5/10)
- Higher Ease of Use score (8/10 vs 6/10)
Pros & Cons
Ee-conomic
Pros
- Free outside access for an accountant or bookkeeper on every plan, which suits the Danish accountant-led market.
- Integrations with inventory systems, webshops and payroll, plus an open REST API with webhooks, which were added in 2026.
- Scales by posting volume from 1,000 up to 800,000 postings a year, with modules added as needs grow.
- Available in Danish, Norwegian, Swedish and English, where Dinero is Danish only.
- Smart and Komplet plans include a built-in Firmakort company card and bank and receipt automation.
Cons
- No free plan, and prices rise with posting volume and paid modules.
- The Basis plan leaves out reminders, quotes, subscription invoicing and full API access.
- Payroll needs a separate product such as Danløn connected through an integration.
- Some users and competitors describe the system as heavy or complex for very small businesses.
- Phone support is limited to weekday office hours, ending at 15:00 Monday to Thursday and 14:00 on Friday.
Patriot Accounting
Pros
- The flat monthly price includes unlimited users, which undercuts QuickBooks Online and Xero in PCMag's comparison.
- The clean interface is approachable for non-accountants.
- Phone, chat and email support from US-based staff on both plans.
- Built-in 1099 e-filing and contractor portals.
- Month-to-month billing with no long-term contract, and free use for accounting firms with six or more active clients.
Cons
- No inventory management, time tracking or electronic bill pay.
- No native mobile app; access is through a mobile-friendly website only.
- Few third-party integrations and no public API.
- Limited report and invoice customization.
- Recurring invoices, estimates and user permissions require the Premium plan.
Not sold on either?
Frequently Asked Questions
E-conomic scores higher on our Finance Software criteria: 6.4/10 against 5.9/10 for Patriot Accounting. The largest gap is in Integration: 8/10 for e-conomic and 3/10 for Patriot Accounting.
No, neither e-conomic nor Patriot Accounting lists a free plan.
E-conomic has Corporate Cards and Inventory Accounting, which Patriot Accounting lacks.
