Inputo vs Nanonets: Which Document Extraction Tool Is Better in 2026?

Both tools extract data from documents using AI. But they take very different approaches. Nanonets requires uploading sample documents, training models and annotating fields before extraction works reliably. Inputo uses AI with zero configuration — upload any PDF, Word file or image and structured fields appear automatically.

This comparison covers setup complexity, pricing transparency, privacy, batch processing, export formats and who each tool is really built for. We have been honest about where Nanonets wins (API workflows, developer teams, very high volumes) and where Inputo is the better fit for most small and medium businesses.

Quick comparison

Key differences

Setup complexity

Nanonets requires uploading sample documents, training models and annotating fields before extraction reaches production quality. That means days or weeks of setup — plus ongoing maintenance when document layouts change. You need someone who understands model training and field mapping.

Inputo works with zero configuration. Upload any document and AI extracts automatically — invoices, contracts, payslips and forms from any supplier layout. See it live on the landing page demo or try the free PDF to Excel converter. Most users are extracting data within minutes of signing up.

Pricing

Nanonets uses opaque, usage-based pricing. Public estimates range from $0.02–$0.30 per "block run" — a typical invoice uses 4–6 blocks, so roughly $0.08–$1.80 per document. Actual costs depend on your workflow configuration, and you often have to contact sales for a real quote. Budgeting is difficult without a fixed monthly cap.

Inputo has clear, upfront pricing: a free tier (10 PDF-to-Excel uses per day), €5 one-time Starter, €15/month Pro and €50/month Business. No surprise per-block charges. See the full breakdown on the pricing page.

Privacy

Inputo processes your documents in memory and deletes them immediately after extraction. No files are stored, no data is used for AI training. Your information never leaves the processing pipeline. Read our privacy policy for the full details.

Nanonets stores documents on their servers as part of its model-training and API workflow. For accounting firms handling client payroll, invoices with bank details, or personal ID documents, that is a meaningful compliance consideration — especially under GDPR.

Export formats

Inputo exports to Excel, CSV, JSON and XML. It also includes pre-built export templates for European payroll software: A3Nom (Spain), TeamSystem (Italy), PHC GO (Portugal), Moneysoft (UK) and Silae (France). Batch upload produces a single organised Excel with all documents in columns. See the payroll export formats comparison for detail.

Nanonets exports structured data via API and integrations (Excel, CSV, JSON) — but has no payroll-specific templates, no Word template filling, and combining multi-file results into one spreadsheet requires custom pipeline work.

When to choose Inputo

• You want something simple that works immediately — no model training
• Privacy matters — you do not want documents stored on third-party servers
• You need clear, upfront pricing without contacting sales
• You need European payroll exports (A3Nom, TeamSystem, PHC GO, Moneysoft, Silae)
• You want batch upload → one Excel with all data organised in columns
• You process documents in Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese or Dutch

When to choose Nanonets

• You have developer resources to build and maintain custom API workflows
• You need Zapier or API integrations today (Inputo API is coming soon)
• You process very high volumes daily and can justify per-document usage costs
• You are building a bespoke product on top of document AI, not running a payroll or accounting workflow

Verdict

For most small and medium businesses, accounting firms and privacy-conscious teams, Inputo is the better choice in 2026. Zero-config extraction, transparent pricing, in-memory processing, batch Excel exports and European payroll templates solve real workflows without weeks of model training.

Nanonets is a strong platform for engineering teams building custom high-volume document pipelines with full API control. If you are an accountant, gestoría or HR team that just needs documents converted to structured data — not a machine-learning project — Inputo will get you there faster, cheaper and more privately.