The specs
CrediblyFundbox
Product typeMulti-productLOC
Amount range$5K – $600K$1K – $150K
Cost (factor / APR)Factor 1.11+ (MCA); APR varies (term)Weekly fee + APR equivalent typically 30–60%
Speed to fundAs fast as 4 hoursAs fast as 1 day
Min time in business6 months6 months
Min monthly revenue$15,000$8,000
Min credit score550+600+
Products
- MCA
- Working capital LOC
- Short-term term loan
- Line of credit
Verdicts by use case
- Best for a fluctuating capital need — Winner: Fundbox. Fundbox is a revolving LOC. Credibly's MCA is a lump sum. Different shapes; different fits.
- Larger one-time capital need — Winner: Credibly. Credibly underwrites up to $600K. Fundbox caps at $150K.
- Newer or thinner-file business — Winner: Fundbox. Fundbox's $8K/mo revenue floor and lower credit bar accepts merchants Credibly declines.
- Honest math up front — Winner: Credibly. Credibly publishes factor rates starting at 1.11. Fundbox publishes weekly fees that imply 30%+ APR.
- Builds business credit — Winner: Fundbox. Fundbox reports to commercial bureaus; Credibly's MCA generally doesn't.
The honest takeaway
Credibly and Fundbox solve overlapping but distinct problems. The right choice depends on three things you already know about your business: how fast you need the money, how long you've been operating, and whether the capital need is one-time or recurring.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I get a Fundbox LOC plus a Credibly MCA?
- Possibly, but anti-stacking clauses may apply on the Credibly side. Plus, carrying both signals leverage to future underwriters. Pick the right shape for your actual need.
- Which one is faster?
- Both can fund within 24 hours of approval. Credibly's API V2 has tighter end-to-end times for clean files. Fundbox is competitive but slightly slower in practice.
- What about platform-specific lenders for e-commerce?
- If you're a Shopify or Amazon seller, also look at Shopify Capital, Wayflyer, or Clearco — those underwrite off platform data and often beat both Credibly and Fundbox on pricing.