Fisqal® vs BOB50

Modern cloud platform vs traditional desktop software

Cloud or On-Premise accounting for Luxembourg
✓ Modern cloud platform
✓ Mobile accessibility
✓ Automatic updates
VS
Belgian accounting software
✓ Established in Belgium
✓ Local accounting focus
✓ Traditional workflows

Best Cloud Platform

Fisqal® - Built for the cloud with modern architecture, mobile access, and automatic scaling.

Best Luxembourg Compliance

Fisqal® - Purpose-built for Luxembourg with eCDF, FAIA, and complete regulatory compliance.

Traditional Desktop Experience

BOB50 - Familiar desktop interface for users preferring traditional accounting software.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Cloud-modern vs traditional desktop accounting

Platform & Technology

Feature
Fisqal®
BOB50
Deployment Model
Cloud or On-Premise
Desktop only
Mobile Access
Full mobile app + responsive web
Not available
Remote Work Support
Work from anywhere
Requires VPN/Remote Desktop
Automatic Updates
Seamless cloud updates
Manual installation required
Data Backup
Automated cloud backup
Manual backup required

Luxembourg Compliance

Feature
Fisqal®
BOB50
Luxembourg PCN
Pre-configured & maintained
Manual setup required
eCDF Electronic Filing
Direct integration
Not supported
FAIA Reporting
Automated generation
Not supported
Luxembourg VAT
Complete Luxembourg VAT
Basic VAT, manual configuration
Multi-language Support
French, German, English
Dutch, French (limited)

User Experience

Feature
Fisqal®
BOB50
Interface Design
Modern, intuitive web interface
Traditional Windows interface
Learning Curve
Minimal - modern UX
Moderate - traditional approach
Multi-device Access
Any device, anywhere
Windows PC only
Collaborative Features
Real-time collaboration
Single-user access
Dashboard & Analytics
Interactive dashboards
Basic reports

Integration & Connectivity

Feature
Fisqal®
BOB50
Banking Integration
Open Banking API + manual
Manual import only
Microsoft 365 Integration
Native integration
Not available
Power Platform Integration
Power BI, Power Automate
Not available
Third-party Apps
Extensive API & connectors
Limited import/export
E-commerce Integration
Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.
Not supported

Pricing & Total Cost

Feature
Fisqal®
BOB50
Pricing Model
All-inclusive per user
License + annual maintenance
Initial Cost
No upfront license fees
€2,000-5,000+ license
Hardware Requirements
Any device with internet
Windows PC + server costs
IT Maintenance
Included in service
Additional IT costs
Scalability Costs
Pay per user as you grow
New licenses + infrastructure

The Bottom Line

Choose Fisqal® if you want:

  • ✓ Modern cloud platform with mobile access
  • ✓ Complete Luxembourg compliance built-in
  • ✓ Work from anywhere capability
  • ✓ Automatic updates and backups
  • ✓ Extensive integrations and APIs
  • ✓ All-inclusive, predictable pricing
  • ✓ Future-proof technology
Get Fisqal® Pricing

Choose BOB50 if you want:

  • ✓ Traditional desktop interface
  • ✓ One-time license purchase
  • ✓ Established Belgian accounting workflows
  • ⚠️ Don't need mobile access
  • ⚠️ Don't need cloud collaboration
  • ⚠️ Can handle IT maintenance
  • ⚠️ Limited to Windows environment
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