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Arelle vs Diligence XBRL Suite

Both stand on regulatory reporting software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Arelle

Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

Arelle provides multiple ways to validate and process XBRL, with support for several filing programs. Keep its built-in web server within trusted environments, and account for plugin setup on Python and source installations.

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Diligence XBRL Suite

Paid MacSelf-hostedWeb+1

Choose Diligence XBRL Suite if your institution needs tools for preparing, validating, and submitting European regulatory reports, especially across the listed jurisdictions and templates. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or API access.

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The facts

ArelleDiligence XBRL Suite
Free planYesNo
Open sourceYesNot published
Runs onAPI, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, WindowsMac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planFree or on requestFintech: €10,000 a year
Plans published12
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitearelle.orgdiligence.software
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Arelle: what it does well

  • Free and licensed under Apache License 2.0
  • Supports several XBRL standards and formats
  • Filing rules cover multiple jurisdictions
  • Available as desktop, CLI, API and Docker

What to know first

  • Built-in web server has no authentication or authorization
  • Python and source installations need separate plugin setup

Diligence XBRL Suite: what it does well

  • Covers over 100 reporting templates across nine countries.
  • Checks fields against EBA and ACPR rules as users work.
  • Supports manual and automated ONEGATE submission routes.
  • XBRL Pro includes version control and audit trails.
  • Sabine Connect reads core banking files and submits declarations.

What to know first

  • No free plan is available.
  • Annual plans start at €10,000.
  • API access is not available.

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