OrbitQuote
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What is OrbitQuote?
OrbitQuote is a procurement tool that automatically reads supplier quotes from multiple formats (PDF, Excel, email, WhatsApp) and builds an interactive quote comparison map to identify the optimal combination of suppliers and items that minimizes total purchase cost. It's designed for businesses that compare multiple supplier bids and need to find the cheapest mix across vendors.
OrbitQuote pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
One-off trial for $6.99; no subscription or lock-in plans (full pricing structure not detailed)
OrbitQuote pros
- Reads quotes from multiple formats (PDF, Excel, email, WhatsApp) with zero manual data entry
- Automatically identifies cheapest per-item combinations and calculates total savings across suppliers
- Fast processing (38 seconds from upload to purchase order generation in the example)
- Interactive quote map allows instant recalculation when adjusting supplier selections
- Shows multiple optimization strategies (cheapest per item, fewer suppliers, cheapest total)
OrbitQuote cons
- Requires manual approval of suggested purchase combinations
- Does not automate actual order placement—only generates purchase orders for manual sending
- Effectiveness depends on consistent formatting and product descriptions across supplier quotes
Frequently asked questions about OrbitQuote
What file formats can OrbitQuote read?
PDF documents, Excel spreadsheets, pasted email text, and WhatsApp images
How long does the comparison process take?
In the example shown, 38 seconds from upload to generated purchase orders
Do I have to use the cheapest supplier it suggests?
No—you can click any price to swap suppliers and the tool recalculates savings and purchase orders instantly
Is a subscription required?
No—there are no lock-in plans, with a trial option available for $6.99