Business account + admin · alternative
The private Tide alternative.
Tide offers a UK business account with invoicing and expense tools. is the alternative that runs the business itself, privately, alongside any bank.
Where Tide wins
Tide is a popular UK business account with fast setup, invoicing and expense features built in.
Where wins
is the private layer that runs your business on top of Tide or any bank, with clients, stock and real profit, end-to-end encryptable.
| Feature | Tide | |
|---|---|---|
| Runs your business apps | ✓ | Basic |
| Invoicing and real profit | ✓ | Partial |
| Works with any bank | ✓ | Their account |
| End-to-end encryption | ✓ | ✗ |
| Starting price | Free · £6.99/mo | Free · paid |
Which one is right for you
Pick Tide if…
You want a quick UK business account with basic admin attached.
Pick if…
You want to run the business privately on top of the bank you choose.
Can I use with Tide?
Yes, keep Tide as your account and run the business in .
Is it private?
Yes. You can turn on end-to-end encryption.