If you run a service-based business—like a marketing agency, a design firm, or a consulting practice—you know the pain of client communication. Requests come in via email, files are shared over Slack, and project updates live in a Trello board. That kind of chaos doesn’t scale, which is why platforms like ManyRequests were created.
But what happens when the tool designed to simplify your workflow starts complicating your budget or limiting your flexibility? Many agencies reach a point where they realize they’re paying a premium for features they don’t use, or they’re bumping up against expensive per-seat fees just as they start to grow. If you’re looking for a cleaner, more affordable, and more flexible way to manage client portals, it’s time to explore alternatives.
What is ManyRequests?
ManyRequests is a client portal and request management platform built specifically for agencies that sell productized or recurring services. The core idea is to streamline the client experience from initial service order right through to delivery.
The platform includes several key features designed to automate the sales and intake process. Clients can use custom order forms, access a white-labeled service catalog, and submit and manage their requests through a centralized portal. It’s a great way to productize a service and create a self-serve environment for clients, centralizing the request ticketing system and managing payments all in one place.
When ManyRequests Stops Being Enough
ManyRequests is certainly powerful, but that power comes at a cost, both in terms of dollars and workflow simplicity. For agencies whose needs evolve past the platform’s specific request-management structure, the value proposition starts to diminish.
Pricing and feature limitations
The biggest pain point I hear from agencies is the cost structure. ManyRequests charges a fixed fee, but that fee includes a limited number of internal team seats. As soon as you scale past two or five people—a common necessity for a growing agency—the cost jumps significantly, and extra seats cost extra money.
Other pain points that push agencies to look for alternatives include:
- Expensive White Labeling: Full white labeling, which removes the “Powered By” badge and allows for a custom email address, is locked behind the top-tier Pro plan, which is extremely expensive for most small to mid-sized agencies.
- Feature Gaps: Essential features for certain service businesses, such as native time tracking or design annotation, are only included in the more expensive Core plan or higher.
- Stripe Integration Only: If your business needs payment flexibility beyond Stripe, such as PayPal, you’re often out of luck without complex workarounds.
When your team is spending hundreds of dollars a month just for the basic tools and a few seats, it’s a sign that the platform is dictating your growth rather than supporting it.
Meet Ahsuite: A Clean, Modern ManyRequests Alternative
Ahsuite (pronounced “aw sweet”) was designed to be the ultimate flexible hub for client communication—and a serious breath of fresh air for your budget. We focus on giving you a clean, organized, and secure space to share everything with your client, without forcing you into a single, rigid way of working.
The biggest difference is flexibility. While ManyRequests is built around a request management system, Ahsuite is built around the client portal. We provide the foundation and the secure tools (tasks, projects, files), but you can embed and organize any external tool you already rely on, giving you the power to create a truly bespoke, integrated experience for every client.
Here is why Ahsuite is the smarter alternative for agencies:
Affordability without limits
Our paid plans start at only $6.50/month, and our Agency plan, which includes full white labeling on a custom domain and custom email address, is just $24/month. Compared to the competitor’s steep fees, Ahsuite lets you scale your team without massive per-seat penalties.
The power of embedding
You don’t have to abandon your favorite specialized tools. Embed your existing project management software, your custom data dashboards, booking links, or your e-signature platform directly behind a single, secure login.
All core features included
Every Ahsuite subscription includes our essential tools: Tasks, Projects, File Management, Work Journals, and the Team Password Manager. You don’t have to upgrade tiers just to get a basic feature.
Excellent customer service
I personally respond to all inquiries and will hop on a demo call anytime. That’s the kind of support you get with Ahsuite—personal, responsive, and reliable.
Other Alternatives to ManyRequests Worth Exploring
While Ahsuite offers a flexible and affordable counterpoint to ManyRequests’ request-focused model, you have a few other options depending on your agency’s specific needs.
SuiteDash
If you need a massive, all-in-one business operating system, SuiteDash might be your answer. It combines a robust client portal with a full CRM, invoicing, learning management system (LMS), and email marketing tools. It offers deep white labeling and is strong on automation, though its wide feature set can result in a steep learning curve and sometimes a cluttered interface.
Zendo
Zendo is another alternative focused on productized services and client requests. It’s known for offering a competitive free plan for up to two agents, which makes it a very attractive entry-level option if your agency needs a ticketing system and billing tools. It focuses heavily on communication management within the platform.
ContentSnare
If your primary pain point isn’t managing the projects themselves, but chasing clients for documents and information, ContentSnare specializes in automated client intake. It lets you create dynamic forms and sends automated reminders, ensuring you get critical files like tax forms or creative briefs without the endless email back-and-forth.
Try Ahsuite for Free
When you run an agency, every dollar spent on software needs to deliver clear value and not restrict your growth. ManyRequests is a powerful tool, but its pricing model can quickly become a ceiling for growing teams.
Moving to Ahsuite means choosing simplicity, superior brand control (for a fraction of the price), and the flexibility to keep using the specialized tools that make your agency unique. It’s all the professional organization your clients expect, without the operational complexity you hate. Why not see for yourself how easy it is to set up a branded client hub? You can sign up for free right now and start building your first portal at ahsuite.com.
FAQs
Is Ahsuite easier to use than ManyRequests?
Yes, users generally find Ahsuite easier to navigate, especially for the client side. ManyRequests is structured around a ticketing and service catalog model, which can feel complex. Ahsuite is designed around the simpler concept of a secure, customizable document and embed hub, making the interface cleaner for both your team and your clients.
Can I move my client data from ManyRequests to Ahsuite?
While there is no single “export” button, moving client documents and project information is straightforward. Ahsuite is flexible enough that you can easily move your files into our secure file manager and embed your existing project boards (like Trello or Asana) right into the client portal. Our goal is to make the transition painless, and our customer service is happy to help guide you through it.
Does Ahsuite support white labeling and custom domains?
Absolutely. Ahsuite supports both custom domains and logo branding on all paid plans. For full white labeling—which includes custom email addresses, removing the “Powered By” badge, and complete domain masking—you’ll want our Agency plan, which is priced to be far more affordable for growing agencies than most competitor white-label options.