--- description: Review of Lightyear Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Lightyear | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Purchasing Software](/directory/528/purchase-order/software) > [Lightyear](/software/114360/lightyear) # Lightyear Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/114360/lightyear Page: 1 / 9\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/114360/lightyear?page=2) > Lightyear is an industry-leading cloud platform providing intelligent automation solutions for large SMEs \& Enterprise level Purchasing \& Accounts Payables processes. Designed to work across all industries, our end-to-end approvals workflows are up to 80% faster than traditional methods, enabling purchase orders \& invoices to be approved in seconds and removing paper from the office. Advanced Automation: Automatically assign general ledger (GL) codes, tax rates, categories, or departments to line items, streamlining data processing and improving accuracy. Price Verification: Compare product prices against verified supplier pricing, ensuring invoice accuracy and cost control. Seamless Integrations: Lightyear integrates seamlessly with leading third-party applications, including Abcom, MYOB, Xero, Sage 50, Fuelsoft, and more. This enables smooth data synchronization and enhances overall workflow efficiency. Mobile Applications: Lightyear offers dedicated mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms, allowing you to access and manage accounts payable processes on the go. Subscription and Support: Lightyear is available through monthly subscriptions, providing flexibility and scalability. The platform offers extensive support through documentation, live chat, and phone assistance, ensuring you receive the guidance and assistance you need. > > Verdict: Rated **4.9/5** by 197 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.9/5** | 197 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Lightyear AI ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: £130.00 - **Pricing model**: Usage Based (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Lightyear is available across 3 pricing tiers: Starter, Business, Enterprise. Pricing starts at £130/per month and scales with each tier. - **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - AI/Machine Learning - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Accounting - Accounting Integration - Accounts Payable - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Aging Tracking - Alerts/Notifications - Approval Process Control - Approval Workflow - Audit Management - Audit Trail - Auto Extraction - Bank Reconciliation - Billing & Invoicing - Cash Flow Management - Cash Management - Catalog Management ## Integrations (16 total) - Access Financials - AccountsIQ - Bepoz - Infor SunSystems - MYOB Acumatica - MYOB Business - Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central tegossuite - NetSuite - OrderMate - Pronto - QuickBooks Online - Sage 200 - Sage 50 Accounting - Sage Accounting - Sage Intacct ... and 1 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Purchasing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/528/purchase-order/software) ## Related Categories - [Purchasing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/528/purchase-order/software) - [Data Extraction Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4555/data-extraction/software) - [Billing and Invoicing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/263/billing-invoicing-software/software) - [Accounting Software for Small Business](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/506/small-business/software) - [Accounts Payable Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1851/accounts-payable/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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From the user perspective who inputs data on invoices and approves them, it's straightforward and the layout of the software does not show you more than what you need to see, however, underneath the simple processes there is complexity. Lightyear makes supplier creation, GL code settings linked to export files such as Excel, and GST codes etc are somehow made simple to set up. One thing I find particularly great is whenever I input an ABN number during the Supplier Creation process, it autofills the Supplier Name field. Additionally, this is a drop down menu, so i am able to choose ANY of the Business Names linked to this ABN. > > **Cons**: Sometimes, there have been system bugs and I'm unable to export data for a brief amount of time, or when we top up credits to use the system, the old credits are not rolled over their expiry date. It would be great if there was a notification in place to let us know that our credits are expiring soon or we are running low. Also, there are some things which cannot be customised. For example, the Export to File which is a function that exports invoice data into a spreadsheet, cannot be modified from my end. Lightyear do add features from time to time, but I'm not sure if consumer recommendations are actually involved in the process. > > Overall, it's been fantastic. There is no such thing as a perfect system, but it is the people behind the software which really impress me. The fact that when things go awry, it is so easy to open the instant chat and speak to \[SENSITIVE CONTENT HIDDEN\] is a great touch. The service is paramount. I've had issues which were solved overnight which comes to show they really do listen. ----- ### "A very positive experience" — 5.0/5 > **Samantha** | *4 December 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: I love the speed at witch i can process large volumes of invoices. The statement reconciliation is also very useful. The smart extraction is a game changer for hand-written invoices. The new splitting of merging tool is a great addition. I think Lightyear are constantly looking to improve which is a refreshing change for this type supplier. > > **Cons**: I find the processing page a little annoying, it jumps around a bit. Rather than work on my actions in the back ground it will jump to an invoice if its completed extracting it. Its not cheap..... > > Overall i really enjoy working with lightyear. I look forward to further improvements in the future. ----- ### "Lightyear - Approval process" — 4.0/5 > **Annette** | *17 December 2025* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Streamlines our approval process so all staff required in process are up to date. Easy to use and follow > > **Cons**: Mapping can be a little arduous at times, but much easier once you know what you are doing. Other than that, no issues. > > While we do not use Lightyear to its full capacity, the approval process certainly works for us to ensure everyone is across the project. ----- ### "Lightyear - lots of positives\!\!" — 5.0/5 > **Bernie** | *5 November 2025* | Hospitality | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Lightyear has made the handling of paper almost redundant in our office setting. It obviously assists in achieving a Company's sustainability objectives and saves valuable time wasted on managing and shifting paper\! > > **Cons**: It is always painful parting with money but realistically it is reasonable value for money\! There is not very much not to like about Lightyear\! > > Lightyear has been a wonderful addition to our accounting routine. Paperless and ease of review, analysing and importing of information into Sage has allowed us to save on at least one worker in our office. In addition, with developments ongoing and the Lightyear team's ambition to add and improve, I can only see us moving more and more processing to the Lightyear platform. Support is always on hand too and response times are prompt. I would have no hesitation in recommending Lightyear to any medium/large business - it is a no brainer\! ----- ### "No regrets, works really well" — 5.0/5 > **Claire** | *1 December 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Fast processing, easy to use, good value for money as no user limits. Support team are approachable and efficient. > > **Cons**: Would like the option to make fields mandatory or optional in raising POs. Reporting could be improved as it isn't very powerful at the moment. > > We have been users for 4 years and any queries have always been addressed promptly, they take suggestions on board, 3-way match works well and gives us good financial controls. ----- Page: 1 / 9\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/114360/lightyear?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/114360/lightyear) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data