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Best Bookkeeping Software 2026
Facts read 20 Sep 2026 – 21 Oct 2026
Sage Accounting leads this list of 75 (record score 8.8, free plan). Wave is next (record score 8.3, free plan), and GnuCash is the next highest-placed with a free plan (record score 8.2).
Bookkeeping software helps record transactions, manage invoices, track receipts and inventory, and share records with an accountant. This guide helps US buyers compare tools for a business or freelance work.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sage Accounting | 8.8 | £2 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 | |
| 02 Wave | Wave is invoicing software for web, Android and iOS with free and paid plans. | 8.3 | $72 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 03 GnuCash | GnuCash is free, open-source accounting software with budgeting tools for desktop and mobile platforms. | 8.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 21 Oct 2026 |
| 04 FreeAgent | FreeAgent is aimed at small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers handling accounts, invoicing, expenses or tax administration. | 8.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 19 Oct 2026 |
| 05 Zoho Books | Zoho Books runs on Android and iOS, offering bank feeds and a free plan for accounting. | 8.1 | $15 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad | 27 Sep 2026 |
| 06 Sage 50 | 8.0 | $1,155 a year | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 21 Oct 2026 | |
| 07 FreshBooks | It suits freelancers, solopreneurs and small businesses that need invoicing, expense tracking and time-based billing. | 7.9 | $4.60 a month | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 08 QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise | 7.8 | $19 a month | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, API | 21 Oct 2026 | |
| 09 BUSY | BUSY runs in a browser and includes finance tools on a free plan. | 7.6 | ₹5,000 a year | Free plan | Web | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 10 Clear Books | Clear Books is accounting software for web, Android and iOS with bank feeds and reconciliation. | 7.6 | £5 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 28 Sep 2026 |
The page leaves its ranking basis unpublished. Compare the maker-published pricing, accounting features, access options and supported platforms shown for the software you are considering.
02
Wave
Wave is invoicing software for web, Android and iOS with free and paid plans.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record8.3 Visit
03
GnuCash
GnuCash is free, open-source accounting software with budgeting tools for desktop and mobile platforms.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+4 Record8.2 Visit
04
FreeAgent
FreeAgent is aimed at small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers handling accounts, invoicing, expenses or tax administration.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record8.2 Visit
05
Zoho Books
Zoho Books runs on Android and iOS, offering bank feeds and a free plan for accounting.
AndroidiPhone & iPad Record8.1 Visit
7
FreshBooks
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 $4.60 a month Record7.9 Visit It suits freelancers, solopreneurs and small businesses that need invoicing, expense tracking and time-based billing.
9
BUSY
Web ₹5,000 a year Record7.6 Visit BUSY runs in a browser and includes finance tools on a free plan.
10
Clear Books
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb £5 a month Record7.6 Visit Clear Books is accounting software for web, Android and iOS with bank feeds and reconciliation.
11
ProfitBooks
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $9.95 a month, billed yearly Record7.6 Visit ProfitBooks may suit small businesses that want mobile accounting tools and need to track invoices, receipts, or inventory.
12
MYOB Business
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 A$15 a month Record7.5 Visit MYOB Business suits businesses looking for accounting tools alongside invoicing, inventory, and staff operations features.
13
Odoo Accounting
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Free plan Record7.4 Visit Odoo Accounting is accounting software for web, self-hosted, Android and iOS with bank feeds and reconciliation.
14
LedgerSMB
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 Free plan Record7.4 Visit LedgerSMB is open-source accounting for web, self-hosted, desktop and mobile platforms.
16
KashFlow
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 £97 a year Record7.2 Visit Starter is positioned for sole traders, contractors and small businesses.
17
MISA AMIS Accounting
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 3,650,000 VND a year Record7.0 Visit MISA AMIS Accounting runs on web, desktop and mobile, with bank feeds, invoicing and inventory tracking.
18
Pilot
Web $750 a year Record6.9 Visit Pilot runs on the web, links bank feeds, and offers a free plan.
19
Xero Bills
AndroidiPhone & iPad $25 a month Record6.8 Visit Xero Bills runs on Android and iOS for paid bill management with bank feeds.
21
Frappe Books
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 Free plan Record6.8 Visit Frappe Books suits small businesses seeking self-hosted accounting with inventory and sales-document tools.
22
NolaPro
AndroidiPhone & iPad $6 a month Record6.7 Visit NolaPro may suit people looking for accounting tools that include invoices, inventory tracking, bank feeds, and reconciliation.
23
Fakturka.bg
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 €9.90 a month Record6.6 Visit Fakturka.bg is accounting software for web, Android and iOS with invoicing, receipts, inventory and reconciliation.
Before you choose
Separate free plans from trials
A free plan lets you keep using a service without paying under its stated limits. A trial offers access for a limited period, after which payment might be needed; verify the provider's model.
QuickFile shows a no-cost plan and a starting paid price of £60 per year. Treat that figure as QuickFile's stated starting price, not a general category price.
Match the accounting work
Look at whether each product provides bank feeds, automated reconciliation, invoice creation and receipt capture. These features address different parts of recording and checking business activity.
Inventory tracking matters if you sell goods. Accountant access matters if an accountant needs to review or work in the books.
Check where you need access
Listings indicate availability for web, Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and API connections. Confirm that the software supports the devices and integrations your workflow requires.
A web app may suit desktop work, while Android or iOS support can help with mobile tasks. An API can matter when another service needs to exchange bookkeeping data.
Review the software model
The list identifies free and open-source options separately from services with free plans or trials. Check the licence and usage terms before choosing software for a business workflow.
LedgerSMB is listed with a free pricing model. Its maker page is the place to check current terms and available capabilities.
Read the maker details
Maker names, headquarters and founding years provide context when you compare products. Use the listed maker website to confirm details that matter to your purchase decision.
Questions
Which bookkeeping capabilities are compared?
Fields include free-plan availability, starting paid price, bank feeds, automated reconciliation, invoice creation, receipt capture, inventory tracking, accountant access and mobile-platform support.
Which platforms appear in the comparison?
The list covers web, Android, iOS, API, Windows and macOS availability.
How does a free plan differ from a free trial?
A free plan is an ongoing no-cost option under stated terms. A trial provides access for a limited time, after which a paid plan may apply.
Does the list include open-source software?
Yes. Open-source status is tracked as a comparison field, separate from free plans and free trials.
Can bookkeeping software connect to an accountant?
The listings include accountant access as a field. Check the product's listing and maker page for the access arrangement.
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