Updated October 18, 2026 · ForgeCue Editorial Team
BusinessAnywhere vs Rapid Formations
BusinessAnywhere
Rapid Formations
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | BusinessAnywhereReviewVisitVisit | Rapid FormationsReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Package price from | $0 | £2.99 |
| Registered agent | Free first year | registered office address in paid Privacy package only |
| Turnaround time | 10 to 14 days | 0.13 to 1 dayLower |
| Jurisdictions | US | GB |
Same on both: State fee included (No).
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Key differences
- Rapid Formations scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 8.8.
- Turnaround time is lower at Rapid Formations: 0.13 to 1 day vs 10 to 14 days.
- Jurisdictions: only BusinessAnywhere offers US.
- Jurisdictions: only Rapid Formations offers GB.
Our verdict on each
BusinessAnywhere
BusinessAnywhere suits beginners and small business owners planning a filing in a single market with tight control of entry cost, as the entry package sits at $0. Registered agent cover is Free first year and filing in 10 to 14 keeps the path clear while state charges remain separate.
Rapid Formations
Rapid Formations forms GB companies for beginners and small businesses, with packages starting from £2.99. The entry price is the draw, and the state fee is not included in it, so buyers should read the quote as the package rather than the whole cost.
Score breakdown
| Area | BusinessAnywhere | Rapid Formations |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2HigherEntry package is $0 while Free first year covers the agent element and keeps entry spend low | 9.1Entry packages start at £2.99, and the state fee is listed as not included, so the quoted price is not the full bill. |
| Offer | 8.4Coverage across US with filing in 10 to 14 and support on email | 9.4Higher |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | BusinessAnywhere | Rapid Formations |
|---|---|---|
| Company formation services | 1 of 180 | 6 of 180 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | BusinessAnywhere | Rapid Formations |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United Kingdom |
What we checked
BusinessAnywhere
- businessanywhere.io: 7 facts, checked September 29, 2026
Rapid Formations
- rapidformations.co.uk: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BusinessAnywhere | Rapid Formations |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | Beginners, Small business | Beginners, Small business |
| Pricing model | Free plan | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Rapid Formations Ltd |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United Kingdom |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Phone, Chat, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BusinessAnywhere | Rapid Formations | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnaround time | 10 to 14 dayshighest quarter | 0.13 to 1 daylowest quarter | 1 |
Median across 45 listed software products.
Pros and cons
BusinessAnywhere
Pros
- Entry package at $0 keeps service cost at free while state charges settle separately
- Free first year for registered agent cover supports the early compliance period
- Filing window in 10 to 14 across US gives a clear delivery frame
Cons
- State fee included is no, so state charges stay payable in addition to the entry package
- Support runs on email only, which limits choice for urgent filing questions
- Filing window of 10 to 14 requires patience around state processing times
Rapid Formations
Pros
- Packages start at £2.99, which places Rapid Formations 17 of 70 brands on entry price.
- Turnaround of 0.13 to 1 keeps registration at the quick end.
- Support runs on phone, chat and help centre, so phone and chat sit alongside a help centre.
Cons
- The state fee is listed as not included, so the £2.99 entry price does not cover the whole cost of setting up.
- A registered office address sits in the paid Privacy package only, per registered office address in paid Privacy package only.
- Coverage is a single market, GB only, so an overseas entity means looking elsewhere.
Who each suits
BusinessAnywhere
Who it suits
- Beginners forming across US who want service cost at $0
- Small business owners who value Free first year of agent cover during the opening period
Who should look elsewhere
- Founders wanting bundled state fees may prefer NCH because State fee included is yes
- Readers seeking broader geographic scope may prefer BCIncorp with entry at $1,300
Rapid Formations
Who it suits
- Beginners and small businesses forming a first company, the audience Rapid Formations names for itself.
- Buyers who want a person on the other end of a question, since phone, chat and help centre covers phone and chat.
- UK setups that fit GB and a team based in the United Kingdom.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers forming outside the UK, since GB covers GB alone, while myGreekTax quotes from €69 in another currency.
- Buyers who want a registered office address in the entry package, since registered office address in paid Privacy package only keeps it in the paid Privacy package, and who prefer the £19 entry price at ANNA Money as a second quote.
- Shoppers who filter on the lowest headline figure alone, since Aspire lists $0 for its entry package.
Country by country
| Country | BusinessAnywhere | Rapid Formations |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
BusinessAnywhere
What does BusinessAnywhere charge to start a filing+
The entry package sits at $0, which means the service charge is free before government costs. State fee included is no, so state charges settle separately. Budget for those state payments alongside the formation order.
Are state fees bundled in the quoted package+
State fee included is no, so the quoted package does not bundle government filing charges. The entry package at $0 covers service only. Expect to pay the applicable state fee directly as part of completion.
Rapid Formations
How much does a Rapid Formations package cost?+
Packages start at £2.99. That entry figure sits under the €78.05 median package price across the site, and Rapid Formations ranks 17 of 70 brands on this measure. The state fee is listed as not included, so budget for it on top.
Does the package price include the government fee?+
The state fee is listed as not included, so a package starting at £2.99 is not the full cost of forming a company. Buyers weighing services on headline price should add that charge to each quote before deciding which package is cheaper in practice.