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Xerify vs Arelle
Arelle is the reference open-source XBRL processor. Used by regulators and as the basis for many commercial products.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Xerify | Arelle |
|---|---|---|
| XBRL Validation | ||
| iXBRL Validation | ||
| ESEF Support | ||
| Solvency II | ||
| COREP/FINREP | ||
| xBRL-CSV/OIM | ||
| REST API | ||
| Batch Processing | ||
| Error Explanations | ||
| Multi-language UI | ||
| Free Tier | ||
| Self-hosted Option |
Full support
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Arelle Strengths
- +Free and open source
- +Reference implementation
- +Full XBRL spec support
- +Active community
Arelle Limitations
- −No UI/dashboard
- −Requires technical expertise
- −No support included
- −DIY error handling
Best For
Choose Xerify if you need
- Multi-regulatory validation (ESEF, EBA, EIOPA, ACPR)
- Modern API-first architecture
- Free tier for testing and small teams
- Explainable validation with fix suggestions
Choose Arelle
- Developers
- Custom integrations
- Budget-conscious teams
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