GnuCash AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Invoicing Software

The best Invoicing alternative to GnuCash is Manager, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to GnuCash and many of them are Invoicing Software so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Invoicing Software alternatives to GnuCash are Intuit QuickBooks, Akaunting, Xero and Frappe Books.

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Flexible accounting software for personal and small business use, GnuCash is freely available under the GNU GPL, supporting multiple OS and financial tasks.

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  1. Manager icon
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    Manager is free accounting software for Windows, Mac and Linux.

    It features an intuitive and innovative user interface with modules such as cashbook, invoicing, receivables, payables, taxes and comprehensive financial reports.

    The desktop edition is free while the cloud edition.

    194 Manager alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted

    Manager Features

    1.  Calendar Sync
    2.  Double Entry Accounting
    3.  Cash Flow Analysis
    4.  Support for multiple currencies
    5.  Import CSV Data
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Currency Conversion
    8. Microsoft Excel icon  Export to Excel

    Manager VS GnuCash

     
    Comments about Manager as an Alternative to GnuCash
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    michaelolsen
    Positive Dec 9, 2020
    0

    It has a web interface that allows me to access it anywhere I have a web connection. As an independent contractor, that means I can do my books, invoices, payments, etc. on the job site instead of taking up valuable family time once I get home.

    Guest
    Positive Aug 1, 2017
    0

    Ease of use and can be customized as per usage.

    Guest
    Positive Jun 14, 2020
    0

    Overall it's very good just lack of mobile solutions for offline

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    • Most users think Manager is a great GnuCash alternative.

    • Manager is the most popular Web-based alternative to GnuCash.

    • Manager is Freemium and ProprietaryGnuCash is Free and Open Source
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    Offers accounting software with payroll, bookkeeping, invoicing, app integration, and inventory tools. Four plans cater to businesses of all sizes. Automates reconciliation and shares with accountants seamlessly. Higher tiers add project tracking.

    56 Intuit QuickBooks alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Intuit QuickBooks Features

    Intuit QuickBooks VS GnuCash

     
    • Intuit QuickBooks is the most popular commercial alternative to GnuCash.

    • Intuit QuickBooks is Paid and ProprietaryGnuCash is Free and Open Source
  3. Akaunting icon
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    From invoicing to expense tracking to accounting, Akaunting has all the tools you need to manage your money online, for free.

    107 Akaunting alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • TR flagTürkiye

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted

    Akaunting Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  Expense Tracking
    4.  Print checks

    Akaunting VS GnuCash

     
  4. Xero icon
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    Xero is a cloud-based accounting software for managing business finances. It allows users to send quotes and invoices, monitor cash flow, and pay staff from anywhere. It is suitable for small to large businesses, supporting complex accounting processes like bill payments...

    199 Xero alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • NZ flagNew Zealand

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    Xero VS GnuCash

     
  5. Frappe Books icon
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    From the makers of ERPNext, Frappe Books simplifies invoicing, billing, and accounting for freelancers and small business owners. Create professional invoices, generate beautiful PDFs and send them to your customers.

    40 Frappe Books alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Frappe Books Features

    1.  Ad-free

    Frappe Books VS GnuCash

     
  6. Bigcapital icon
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    Bigcapital is a smart and open-source accounting and inventory software, Bigcapital keeps all business finances in right place and automates accounting processes to give the business powerful and intelligent financial statements and reports to help in making decisions.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Bigcapital Features

    1.  Cloud Sync
    2.  Cash Flow Analysis
    3.  Support for multiple currencies
    4.  Financial reporting
    5.  Expense Tracking

    Bigcapital VS GnuCash

     
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    Connected Accounting is a financial services company that offers automated solutions for entrepreneurs and business owners. Their services include outsourced accounting, tax preparation, financial reporting, and business consulting.

    License model

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online

    Connected Accounting VS GnuCash

     
  8. InvoiceShelf icon
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    InvoiceShelf is an open-source web & mobile app that helps you track expenses, payments & create professional invoices & estimates.

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • YunoHost

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Recurring Billing
    3.  Support for multiple currencies
    4.  Cash Flow Analysis
    5.  No Coding Required
    6.  Multiple Account support

    InvoiceShelf VS GnuCash

     
  9. FreshBooks icon
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    Comprehensive cloud accounting for small businesses and freelancers; save time billing clients by sending, tracking, and collecting payments swiftly. Generate professional invoices, manage expenses effortlessly, track project time seamlessly, and prepare for tax with ease.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    FreshBooks Features

    1.  Expense Tracking

    FreshBooks VS GnuCash

     
    Comments about FreshBooks as an Alternative to GnuCash
    Guest
    Negative Dec 20, 2015
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    FreshBooks is primarily for invoicing and receiving payments. GnuCash is for accounting and tracking the money you do have.

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    • Some users think FreshBooks is a great GnuCash alternative, some don't.

    • FreshBooks is Paid and ProprietaryGnuCash is Free and Open Source
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