Both are finance tools. Pilot has the higher Solthar Score, 78 to 77. Pilot is paid only; Puzzle is free to start, with paid plans.
| Pilot | Puzzle | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Finance · Bookkeeping | Finance · Accounting |
| Pricing | Paid | Freemium |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Solthar Score | 78/100 | 77/100 |
Pilot: what it does
Bookkeeping and CFO services for startups, with software doing the repetitive part. Pilot is paid only. Solthar Score: 78/100.
Key features
- Managed bookkeeping
- Financial reporting
- Tax and CFO services
Strengths
- Hands-off for founders
- Startup literate
Trade-offs
- Costs more than software alone
Puzzle: what it does
Real-time accounting built for startups who want numbers before month end. Puzzle is free to start, with paid plans, with a free trial. Solthar Score: 77/100.
Key features
- Real-time books
- Automatic categorisation
- Burn and runway tracking
Strengths
- Numbers are always current
- Clear runway view
Trade-offs
- Best suited to early-stage companies
Which should you choose?
Choose Pilot if hands-off for founders matters most to you. Choose Puzzle if numbers are always current matters more. If you only try one, Pilot scores higher overall.