Front2Bax
5.9#10 in direct debit processing softwareFrom £650 a yearSelf-hostedWindows
VisitFront2Bax vs Rotessa
What both publish
| Fact | Front2Bax | Rotessa |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1995 | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Crawley, England, United Kingdom | Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada |
| Purpose | Front2Bax transmits electronic transactions to Bacs for organisations making payments and collecting Direct Debits. | Rotessa is online software for scheduling and withdrawing one-time or recurring payments directly from customers’ bank accounts. |
| Security | The maker describes built-in security measures and says data is processed safely and kept compliant with UK regulations. | Rotessa’s security overview says sensitive database information is encrypted using AES256, backups are made daily, and the company adheres to PCI DSS requirements for security management and protective measures. |
| Support | Software customers receive email and telephone support, and the product page says support is included all year with each subscription. | Rotessa describes its support team as fast and responsive, and provides an online support centre with documentation on accounts, authorizations, integrations, processing, and transactions. |
Front2Bax plans
- Standard Bacs User£650 a year
- Bacs Bureau User£1,200 a year
Rotessa plans
- 251-1000 Transactions$0.35 a month
- 1-10 Transactions$17 a month
- Base$25 a month
- 11-50 Transactions$39 a month
- 51-100 Transactions$65 a month
- 101-250 Transactions$94 a month
Pick Front2Bax if…
It suits organisations that hold their own Service User Number and need to transmit Bacs Direct Debit or Direct Credit payments. The Bureau plan is intended for organisations processing transactions for multiple customers.
Pick Rotessa if…
Rotessa may suit businesses collecting bank payments on a one-time or recurring schedule, including the industries it lists. It also fits organizations that want accounting integrations, API access, or multiple user permissions.