BL e-Statement vs Plaid
| BL e-Statement | Plaid | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Android, api, iOS, Web |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Supported data types | Account statements and other bank files | account and routing numbers, balances, identity, transactions, investments, liabilities, income, statements |
| Connection methods | EBICS | Plaid Link credentials-based authentication, OAuth, app-to-app OAuth, and manual or micro-deposit flows |
| Refresh frequency | real_time | on_demand |
| Statement formats | CSV, PDF, MT940; statements and advices can be converted from text files to CSV |
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