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Xero vs Freshbooks

Looking for an alternative to Freshbooks? Xero’s online accounting software will help you take control of your business.

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Software designed to work for you

Xero is a Freshbooks alternative that helps put you first.

Make the switch work for you

Import your data to Xero yourself or get help from an expert.

A beautiful experience

Xero vs Freshbooks? Take a look at what makes Xero beautiful.

Better business

Better your business with a helping hand from Xero.

Software made easy

When it comes to Xero vs Freshbooks, give Xero a try. You can try Xero free for 30 days. That way, you can see the benefits for yourself.

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Make the switch work for you

Debating between Xero vs Freshbooks? Switching to Xero is straightforward. You have the option to either manually import data yourself or get a helping hand from your accountant.

How to convert your files
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A beautiful experience

  • Included
    Continued software updates
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    Add and collaborate with other users
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    Connect to over 1000 apps
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    Online help and support in Xero Central
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Do business better

Find out what Xero can do and why 4.9 million customers choose Xero. It’s a Freshbooks alternative with the tools you need to help make business better.

See all Xero features
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Trustpilot

5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent accounting software – user-friendly and reliable. I especially appreciate the automated bank feeds, invoicing features, and easy reconciliation process, which save a lot of time and reduce errors.

Monya

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Trustpilot

5.0 out of 5 stars
We’ve been using Xero for several years now, and it’s hands-down one of the best business decisions we’ve made. The platform is intuitive, beautifully designed, and packed with features that save us time and keep our finances organised.

Tom W

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Trustpilot

5.0 out of 5 stars
I have used a few accounting software in my career, and Xero is my far the best. The system is so user friendly and the support is amazing. The support staff are always so happy to help, they are always quick to respond and so helpful.

Tina T

All plans to suit your business

Ignite

£3.20 per month excluding VAT

for the first 6 months

Then £16 per month

An easy financial foundation - track cash flow with the essentials.

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    Send quotes and 20 invoices†
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    Accept online invoice payments^
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    MTD for Income Tax ready
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    Reconcile transactions (optional)
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    Auto-reconcile transactions (optional)
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    Smart document capture
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    View real-time reports
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    Enter 10 bills
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    Submit VAT returns to HMRC
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    Automate subcontractor CIS calculations and reports
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    Make online bill and payroll payments (domestic) for £0.20 per payment††
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    Payroll for £1.50 per person
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    30 day cash flow forecast
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    Visualise performance with basic graphs

Grow

£7.40 per month excluding VAT

for the first 6 months

Then £37 per month

Go beyond the basics - automate tasks and access performance dashboards.

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    Send invoices and quotes
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    Accept online invoice payments^
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    MTD for Income Tax ready
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    Reconcile transactions
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    Auto-reconcile transactions (Beta)
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    Smart document capture
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    View real-time reports
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    Automate bill entry and track bills
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    Submit VAT returns to HMRC
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    Automate subcontractor CIS calculations and reports
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    Make online bill and payroll payments (domestic) for up to 5 payments
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    Payroll for 1 person
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    60 day cash flow forecast
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    Visualise performance with graphs
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    Customise performance dashboards
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    Claim expenses and mileage for 1 user

Comprehensive

£10 per month excluding VAT

for the first 6 months

Then £50 per month

Optimise profitability - tailor your insights for greater control.

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    Send invoices and quotes
  • Included
    Accept online invoice payments^
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    MTD for Income Tax ready
  • Included
    Reconcile transactions
  • Included
    Auto-reconcile transactions (Beta)
  • Included
    Smart document capture
  • Included
    View real-time reports
  • Included
    Automate bill entry and track bills
  • Included
    Submit VAT returns to HMRC
  • Included
    Automate subcontractor CIS calculations and reports
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    Make online bill and payroll payments (domestic) for up to 10 payments
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    Payroll for 5 people
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    90 day cash flow forecast
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    Visualise performance with graphs
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    Customise performance dashboards
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    Claim expenses and mileage for 5 users
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    Use multiple currencies
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    Tailored financial health scorecards
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    Make online bill payments (International) - Optional add-on

Ultimate

£13 per month excluding VAT

for the first 6 months

Then £65 per month

Future proof your scaling business - with advanced tools and analytics.

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    Send invoices and quotes
  • Included
    Accept online invoice payments^
  • Included
    MTD for Income Tax ready
  • Included
    Reconcile transactions
  • Included
    Auto-reconcile transactions (Beta)
  • Included
    Smart document capture
  • Included
    View real-time reports
  • Included
    Automate bill entry and track bills
  • Included
    Submit VAT returns to HMRC
  • Included
    Automate subcontractor CIS calculations and reports
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    Make online bill and payroll payments (domestic) for up to 15 payments
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    Payroll for 10 people
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    180 day cash flow forecast
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    Visualise performance with graphs
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    Customise performance dashboards
  • Included
    Claim expenses and mileage for 10 users
  • Included
    Use multiple currencies
  • Included
    Tailored financial health scorecards
  • Included
    Make online bill payments (International) - Optional add-on
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    Track time and costs for projects for 10 users
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    Analyse KPIs and ratios
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    Benchmark against the industry

Get one month free

Purchase any Xero plan, and we will give you the first month free.