ZenBusiness
AI-Powered Business Formation & Compliance
Tailor Brands
AI-Powered Branding + Business Formation
Side-by-side comparison. Data as of 2026-02-16.
Company Background
ZenBusiness
HQ: Austin, Texas
Ownership: Private (VC-backed; Public Benefit Corporation)
Employees: 600+
Formations: 850,000+
Key Milestones
- Founded 2015 in Austin, TX
- Raised significant VC funding
- Became Public Benefit Corporation
- Launched AI assistant 'Navi'
- Surpassed 850k businesses formed
Tailor Brands
HQ: New York, NY (120 East Street; Tel Aviv roots)
Ownership: Private (VC-backed; series C, $74M+ raised)
Employees: 200+ (197-256 est. 2025)
Formations: Hundreds of thousands (empowers 100k+ annually)
Key Milestones
- Founded 2014 (AI logo pioneer)
- Expanded to full business platform (formation, branding, tools)
- Raised $74M+; hit hundreds of thousands of users
- Launched AI Co-Founder Navi
- Integrated 24+ services (LLC to website)
Core Services
ZenBusiness Services
Formation types:
- ✓ LLC
- ✓ Corporation (C-Corp, S-Corp)
- ✓ Nonprofit
- ✓ Foreign Qualification (all states)
- ✓ Change of Registered Agent
Differentiators:
- AI-powered platform (Navi assistant)
- 100% Accuracy Guarantee
- Worry-Free Compliance
- Modern, intuitive dashboard
- Lifetime alerts & tools
Tailor Brands Services
Formation types:
- ✓ LLC
- ✓ Corporation (C-Corp, S-Corp)
- ✓ Foreign Qualification (all states)
- ✓ Change of Registered Agent
Differentiators:
- All-in-one: formation + branding (logo, site, cards)
- AI Co-Founder Navi (filings, deadlines, growth)
- End-to-end brand identity
- Business builder platform
- Free Lite formation
Both offer nationwide RA coverage. Compare differentiators above to see where each shines.
Pricing & Value
| Category | ZenBusiness | Tailor Brands | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Year Total | ~$0 + state fees (Starter); $199 + RA (Pro) | ~$0 + state fees (Lite); $199 + RA $199 (Essential) | ZenBusiness |
| RA Annual Fee | Free Year 1 (Premium); $99 first year then $199 renewal | $199/year (add-on; no free Year 1) | — |
| Value Score | 8.7/10 | 8.3/10 | ZenBusiness |
Speed & Performance
ZenBusiness
Avg formation: 1-3 business days (higher tiers); 7-14 days (Starter)
Expedited: Included in Pro & Premium
Tailor Brands
Avg formation: 7-10 business days standard; 1-3 days (higher tiers)
Expedited: Included in Essential/Elite (fast)
Pros & Cons
ZenBusiness — Pros
- ✓ AI-powered modern platform
- ✓ 100% Accuracy Guarantee
- ✓ Excellent support
- ✓ Free Starter plan
- ✓ Worry-Free Compliance
ZenBusiness — Cons
- ✗ RA $199 renewal
- ✗ Add-ons increase cost
- ✗ No free Year 1 RA on lower plans
- ✗ Some billing issues
- ✗ Premium gets expensive
Tailor Brands — Pros
- ✓ AI branding (logo, site)
- ✓ Lite $0 formation
- ✓ All-in-one platform
- ✓ Fast expedited
- ✓ 4.7 Trustpilot
Tailor Brands — Cons
- ✗ RA $199 add-on
- ✗ No free Year 1 RA
- ✗ Premium for basics
- ✗ Some billing notes
- ✗ Limited RA depth
The Verdict
Choose ZenBusiness if: One of the strongest modern players in the space. ZenBusiness excels with its beautiful AI-powered platform, strong guarantees, and top-tier customer support. Highly recommended for founders who want a premium experience without the corporate feel.
Choose Tailor Brands if: The standout for founders who want formation *plus* instant brand identity—AI tools make it fun and professional. Perfect if branding is part of your launch strategy.
Higher rating: ZenBusiness (8.8/10)