--- description: Review of Commport Value Added Network Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Commport Value Added Network | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [File Sharing Software](/directory/4535/file-sharing/software) > [Commport Value Added Network](/software/449601/Commport-VAN) # Commport Value Added Network Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/449601/Commport-VAN Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/449601/Commport-VAN?page=2) > Commport Value Added Network is a secure platform designed for the electronic exchange of business documents between trading partners. It supports industries such as healthcare, retail, consumer packaged goods, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and government that require standardized data interchange. The platform enables the transmission of documents such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipment notices. It supports connectivity protocols such as FTP, FTPS, AS2, sFTP, and VPN, allowing businesses to maintain a single connection while communicating with multiple partners. Real-time transaction tracking is available through monitoring tools that provide visibility into transaction status and delivery confirmations. Security features include SOC II Type II compliance, data encryption, and secure mailbox functionality. The system includes features such as duplicate checking, EDI conformance validation, 997 functional acknowledgment reporting, and comprehensive archiving with audit trails. The platform accommodates EDI X12 and UN/EDIFACT standards and is designed to handle high transaction volumes. It provides tools for efficient document processing and ensures reliable data exchange. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 8 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 8 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Commport Communications ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Usage Based - **Pricing Details**: Subscription Based Pricing - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Canada, United States ## Features - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Activity Dashboard - Alerts/Notifications - Audit Trail - Automatic Backup - Collaboration Tools - Content Management - Data Synchronisation - Drag & Drop - Encryption - File Management - File Transfer - Real Time Synchronisation - Real-Time Notifications - Reporting & Statistics - Role-Based Permissions - SSL Security - Search/Filter - Secure Data Storage ## Integrations (4 total) - Dynamics 365 - NetSuite - SAP HANA Cloud - Sage 100 ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [File Sharing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4535/file-sharing/software) ## Reviews ### "Efficient and Reliable Business Solution" — 5.0/5 > **Lisa** | *27 May 2026* | Wholesale | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Commport Value Added Network has been reliable, efficient service and easy to work with. The platform is user-friendly, helps streamline file sharing and communication, and provides dependable support whenever assistance is needed. > > **Cons**: There have been very few issues during our experience using the service. The service has been dependable and straightforward to use. > > our overall experience with Commport Value Added Network has been very positive. The platform is reliable, efficient and easy to work with. Customer support is responsive when needed. ----- ### "The Reliable Canadian VAN" — 5.0/5 > **Jim** | *13 May 2025* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: We have a good relationship with the Commport staff. It is nice to be dealing with people that we know and understand our business needs and requirements. They have been reliable and cost competitive They have given us everything we need in a EDI VAN. > > **Cons**: User interface and search capabilities could be better. Lack of advance reporting features such as searches or reports by PO, invoice or item numers. > > We have been a Commport customers for over 20 years. They have been reliable, have good customer support, and are price competitive. A lot of our customers utilize Commport the majority are very happy with them. They are the only VAN we recommend and have done a good job with supporting our customers EDI requirements. ----- ### "Supervisor, Salesforce Enablement & Master Data Management" — 4.0/5 > **Said** | *20 May 2025* | Medical Devices | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: It allowed us to do EDI trans with many more of our customers who use Commport as their EDI provider. > > **Cons**: The Commport Monitor is really outdated. It should have more metrics and visual representation of data. > > The overall experience is positive, there were some hick ups during onboarding but overall, it was a positive experience. ----- ### "Great experience" — 4.0/5 > **Elie** | *30 March 2026* | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Good customer service and support. Good conversations on services offered. I was great interacting with \[sensitive content hidden\] > > **Cons**: costs change. The cost strucutre change that will result in higher costs for our EDI business. Thanks > > Good esxperience, knowledgable people. ----- ### "Associate Project Manager" — 5.0/5 > **Smita** | *20 May 2025* | Pharmaceuticals | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: The solution has significantly streamlined business operations and improved efficiency. Customers are more satisfied due to the reduced errors from eliminating manual handling. No in-house expertise is required, as the Commport team manages everything end-to-end. Any issues or errors are promptly communicated and resolved in a timely manner. > > **Cons**: While the Commport application has been effective overall, its performance can be quite slow at times, making it time-consuming to search for or verify details when needed. It would be a significant improvement if the platform were more responsive and user-friendly—particularly when it comes to cross-checking information. ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/449601/Commport-VAN?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/449601/Commport-VAN) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data