A QuickBooks alternative with you in mind

Thinking about Xero vs QuickBooks? Find out why Xero’s online accounting software is used by millions of small businesses worldwide.

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Software that works for you

A QuickBooks alternative made for small business.

Switching to Xero is easy

Not with Xero? Switching couldn’t be simpler.

Beautiful features

Quickbooks vs Xero? See what makes Xero beautiful.

Features that’ll change your life

Better your life and your business.

Software that works for you

Xero’s cloud-based software is a QuickBooks alternative that means business – whenever, wherever you are.

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Convert your Quickbooks files to Xero

Thinking of Xero vs Quickbooks? Switching to Xero is easy with CloudConvert.

Convert to Xero with CloudConvert
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Beautiful features

  • Included
    Get free automatic updates – no forced migrations
  • Included
    Enjoy intuitive online software designed for small businesses
  • Included
    Add unlimited users for free on any plan
  • Included
    Connect to over 1000 online business apps


  • Included
    Our support experts are here for you
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Looking for a QuickBooks alternative? Trial Xero and see why over 3 million subscribers use it.

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Customer stories

See how Xero makes it easy for small businesses to stay on top of their finances and focus on doing what they love.

Adrian Heneke of BillyNOW brings slow fashion to South Africa

While Adrian Heneke focuses on creating a new vintage, Xero takes the hassle out of his accounting needs.

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Plans to suit your business

Starter

Usually R450

Now R45

ZAR per month

Save R1215 over 3 months

Standard

Usually R745

Now R74.50

ZAR per month

Save R2011.50 over 3 months

Premium

Usually R995

Now R99.50

ZAR per month

Save R2686.50 over 3 months

Start using Xero for free

Access Xero features for 30 days, then decide which plan best suits your business.