Firstbase.io vs LLCora
Firstbase.io starts at $399 and takes 60+ days for EIN. LLCora costs from $149, with 24-hour LLC and 48-hour EIN delivery. Full breakdown.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Firstbase.io | LLCora |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399+ | $149 |
| LLC delivery | 7 days | 24 hours |
| EIN delivery | 60+ days | 48 hours |
| Payment model | Annual subscription | One-time |
| States available | Wyoming, Delaware | WY, NM, DE, FL |
| Form 5472 reminder | ||
| Multilingual support | English only | EN, ES, PT, FR, DE, TR, AR |
Where they fall short
- •Starting price 2.7x higher ($399 vs $149)
- •EIN delivery often 60+ days for non-residents (we: 48h)
- •Forces Mercury bank partnership (limited flexibility)
- •Annual subscription model with auto-renewal
Where they win
- •Y Combinator-backed company with strong VC funding
- •Bookkeeping, tax filing, and bank account dashboard included
- •Established for US-startup-grade founders raising venture capital
Why founders pick LLCora
- $149 vs $399 starting — same Wyoming/New Mexico LLC
- EIN in 48h vs 60+ days at Firstbase
- No bank-partner lock-in — open Mercury, Wise, or any bank
- One-time payment vs recurring subscription
- Form 5472 reminder included to avoid $25K IRS penalty
Bottom line
If you're raising VC and need bookkeeping + bank built-in, Firstbase is solid. For everyone else (dropshippers, freelancers, indie SaaS, content creators), LLCora delivers faster and costs 60% less.
Frequently asked
Is Firstbase.io cheaper than LLCora?▾
No. Firstbase.io starts at $399 while LLCora starts at $149. For an equivalent LLC in Wyoming or New Mexico, LLCora is roughly 2.7x cheaper.
Can I migrate my LLC from Firstbase.io to LLCora?▾
Yes. You only need to change Registered Agent. We send the form, you sign it in 2 minutes, and we handle the rest. Takes 1-2 weeks in states with online registry (Wyoming, Delaware).
Is LLCora legally equivalent to Firstbase.io?▾
Yes. All LLCs are state-recognized legal entities. The state issues the same certificate regardless of who files. An LLC formed via LLCora is legally identical to one formed via Firstbase.io.
Simple, transparent pricing
Pay once. No surprises. State fees and Registered Agent (year 1) included.
basic
New Mexico · 24h delivery
Save $351 vs Stripe Atlas
- New Mexico LLC formation
- State filing fees included
- Registered Agent (year 1)
- Articles of Organization
- 24-hour delivery
- Email support
pro
Wyoming · 24h delivery
Save $201 vs Stripe Atlas
- Wyoming LLC formation (best for privacy & taxes)
- EIN obtained from IRS (48h)
- Registered Agent (year 1)
- Operating Agreement
- Mercury / Wise bank guide
- Priority email + chat support
premium
Wyoming · 24h delivery
Save $100 vs Doola Compliance
- Everything in Pro
- ITIN application support
- Form 5472 reminder & template ($25K penalty if missed)
- Stripe & PayPal opening guide
- 1:1 video call (30 min)
- Priority WhatsApp support
From year 2: $99/year (Registered Agent) + state annual fee. All prices in USD. Includes state filing fees.
Ready to launch your US business today?
Join 1,200+ founders who chose the fast, transparent way.