Merge vs. Rutter

Merge offers the
only enterprise-ready Unified Accounting API

  • Rutter's async POST requests delay data reconciliation and are error-prone, while Merge syncs instantly when you write data
  • Merge is built for enterprise needs; Rutter is unable to handle large syncs and has limited custom data support
  • Recognized by G2 for best-in-class implementation and support, Merge is your trusted integration partner

“We looked at Rutter, but they aren’t as well documented and require too much development work. Merge won us over with [synchronous] Passthrough and its flexibility with specific customer setups. It has been so critical to get the level of specificity that we want.”

Co-founder and CTO
Kara Holinski

Case Study

Why Confido chose Merge over Rutter to add ERP integrations to automate cash management

01.

Skip the wait when writing data — Merge processes your POST requests synchronously

Rutter batches POST requests async without notifying you when they will actually occur, leaving you and your customers waiting for data. These async calls are extremely error-prone, requiring idempotency and heavy infrastructure builds to determine if writes succeed.

Merge's architecture is fundamentally different, with immediate syncs when you need to write data. Merge is built for real-time use cases, never waiting to process your POST requests.

Merge supports the entire integration lifecycle - build, maintain, observe. Paragon puts the burden on you. Build. No maintain. No observation.
Merge supports the entire integration lifecycle - build, maintain, observe. Paragon puts the burden on you. Build. No maintain. No observation.

With Merge - immediate syncs

With Rutter - async request are unpredictable and error-prone

02.

Don’t limit yourself. Choose Merge for enterprise scale and custom data support

Rutter breaks when syncing large enterprise accounts like NetSuite and lacks basic accounting features like general ledger transaction data. Rutter also has minimal support for custom fields.

Merge is built for enterprise: high quality, stable integrations with deeper accounting and custom field coverage.

Merge supports the entire integration lifecycle - build, maintain, observe. Paragon puts the burden on you. Build. No maintain. No observation.Merge supports the entire integration lifecycle - build, maintain, observe. Paragon puts the burden on you. Build. No maintain. No observation.
03.

Rutter is an unproven tool. Merge is your long term partner, with superior support and implementation

From implementation to adoption, Merge prioritizes the highest quality of customer support and success. With 100+ G2 reviews from highly satisfied customers, our track record speaks for itself.

At a quarter of Merge's size, Rutter lacks the resources needed to support you, your integrations, and your customers.

G2 Best Support Fall 2024G2 Best Relationship Fall 2024G2 Leader Fall 2024G2 Best Usability Fall 2024G2 Easiest To Do Business With Fall 2024

See why thousands of product leaders choose Merge over Rutter to power their integrations

Feature comparison
Rutter
Unified API categories
7 categories
4 categories
Developer-friendly SDKs
7 languages
2 languages
Authenticate and authorize integrations
Embedded link and URL-based link
Embedded link
Supports synchronous writes
True
False
Control data flow with custom scopes
True
True
Access and normalize data outside common models with custom fields and Field Mapping
True
False
Observability: automatic issue detection and fully searchable logs
True
False
Top-tier support with ability to request new integrations
True
False
No breaking changes, so idempotency and versioning aren’t needed
True
False
Choose where your data is hosted
US, EU, and APAC multi-tenant, single-tenant
US multi-tenant
Data freshness with webhooks
Supports webhooks to and from Merge
Supports only one type of webhook
Security assessments
SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, and HIPAA
SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001
Access to third-party sandboxes
True
False
Supports SFTP and CSV uploads
True
False
Supports Employees object for expense management use case
True
False
Supports idempotency keys when making POST requests
True
True
Battle-tested by thousands of organizations
True
False
Provides detailed guidance and support for your GTM teams to successfully bring your integrations to market
True
False
API-based HR integrations from ADP to Zenefits
44 API integrations
TrueFalse
23 API integrations
TrueFalse

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