VSME-only – Complete Comparison
TL;DR: This scenario is ideal for companies that exclusively need to create a VSME report. You should avoid tools that contain extensive CSRD or ESG functions and thus become unnecessarily expensive or complex.
| Name | Price | Description & Export | Tool Characterization | Target Group | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VSME Digital Template Top 3 | €0 (free) | Excel template from EFRAG with structured data entry and XBRL taxonomy. Export: XBRL (via converter), Excel | VSME-specific Excel template (official EFRAG template) | Micro-enterprises & SMEs without budget | EFRAG |
| SUSTAIN REPUBLIC Top 3 | from €149/year | AI-powered SaaS platform with multilingual interface and step-by-step guidance. Export: XBRL, PDF, Excel | VSME-specific cloud tool with AI assistance | SMEs with limited sustainability expertise | SUSTAIN REPUBLIC |
| VSME Tool | €249 one-time | Excel 365 solution with all data points, checks and automation. Export: PDF, Excel | VSME-specific Excel tool for small companies | SMEs and smaller consultancies/auditing firms | VSME Tool |
| VSME guide (etabits) Top 3 | from €792/year | Cloud tool with text modules, validation, CO₂/energy analysis and multi-user. Export: PDF, Word, Excel | Automated VSME SaaS tool | SMEs and consultancies with cloud needs | VSME guide |
| Eevery | from €1,950/year | Guided tool with analytics and consulting options. Export: PDF, Word | Online VSME tool with consulting focus | SMEs preferring guided processes | Eevery |
| groeneotter | from €960/year | Service provider model: data entry by company, report creation by groeneotter. Export: finished PDF report | VSME report-as-a-service | Companies without internal resources | groeneotter |
| VSME Nederland (Performity) | On request | QMS with over 30 standards incl. VSME, CO₂ Ladder, ISO 9001. Export: PDF, Word (typical for QMS) | QMS platform with VSME module | Dutch companies with QMS | VSME Nederland |
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Note: The top 3 tools are marked with a green badge and were selected based on price, complexity and XBRL export support. Go to detailed tool profiles →