Ledger Alternatives

Ledger is described as 'Powerful, double-entry accounting system that is accessed from the UNIX command-line. This may put off some users, since there is no flashy UI, but for those who want unparalleled reporting access to their data there are few alternatives' and is an app in the business & commerce category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Ledger for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, iPhone, Web-based and Mac apps. The best Ledger alternative is GnuCash, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ledger are HomeBank, MoneyManager Ex, Actual Budget and MoneyTool.

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  1. GnuCash icon

    GnuCash

     398 likes

    GnuCash is a versatile financial-accounting software designed for both personal and small-business use. With features like double-entry, scheduled transactions, and multi-currency support, it operates across various platforms, including Windows, Mac, and Linux, ensuring accuracy through professional principles.

    290 GnuCash alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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    • GnuCash is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Ledger.

    • GnuCash is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Ledger.

    • GnuCash is Free and Open SourceLedger is also Free and Open Source
    • GnuCash is Privacy focusedLedger is not according to our users
  2. HomeBank icon

    HomeBank

     142 likes

    Open-source accounting software for personal finance and budgeting, featuring multi-platform compatibility, comprehensive analysis tools, recurring transactions, detailed reports, and support for multiple languages and export formats.

    264 HomeBank alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  4. MoneyManager Ex icon

    MoneyManager Ex

     91 likes

    MoneyManager Ex is a free, open-source, cross-platform, easy-to-use personal finance software. It primarily helps organize one's finances and keeps track of where, when and how the money goes. It is also a great tool to get a bird's eye view of your financial worth.

    263 MoneyManager Ex alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • iPhone
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    • MoneyManager Ex is the most popular Android & iPhone alternative to Ledger.

    • MoneyManager Ex is Free and Open SourceLedger is also Free and Open Source
    • MoneyManager Ex is Privacy focusedLedger is not according to our users
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    Moneyspire

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  6. Actual Budget icon

    Actual Budget

     29 likes

    Actual is an personal finance tracker with a powerful budgeting system. Only budget money that you have and see exactly how much you're saving each month. Track all your accounts in one place.

    95 Actual Budget alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    • Actual Budget is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Ledger.

    • Actual Budget is Free and Open SourceLedger is also Free and Open Source
    • Actual Budget is Privacy focusedLedger is not according to our users
  7. MoneyTool icon

    MoneyTool

     8 likes

    Meet MoneyTool — the money tool that puts you in control. Track your spending, savings, assets, and debts effortlessly.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    • MoneyTool is the most popular iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Ledger.

    • MoneyTool is Freemium and ProprietaryLedger is Free and Open Source
    • MoneyTool is Privacy focusedLedger is not according to our users
  8. You Need A Budget icon

    You Need A Budget

     124 likes

    Comprehensive zero-based budgeting platform offering structured spending allocation, real-time financial syncing, goal setting, debt reduction tools, partner collaboration, interactive financial reports, multi-device access, strong data security, and live personal support.

    290 You Need A Budget alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Apple Watch
    • Kindle Fire
    • Amazon Alexa
    • CrossOver
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    • You Need A Budget is the most popular Web-based alternative to Ledger.

    • You Need A Budget is the most popular commercial alternative to Ledger.

    • You Need A Budget is Paid and ProprietaryLedger is Free and Open Source
  11. Recurring Expense Tracker icon

    Recurring Expense Tracker

     14 likes

    Recurring Expense Tracker is a Material You recurring expense tracker, allowing you to keep track of your monthly spending. As its name suggests, it focuses on reccurring expenses such as rent, insurances, subscriptions etc.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  12. GreenStash icon

    GreenStash

     11 likes

    GreenStash is a simple FOSS android app to help you plan and manage your savings goals easily and establish the habit of saving money.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    KMyMoney

     47 likes

    KMyMoney is a cross-platform personal finance manager built on KDE frameworks technologies for your desktop and notebook environment. It enables users to keep careful track of their personal finances by providing a broad array of financial features and tools.

    219 KMyMoney alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Haiku
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  14. MoneyWallet icon

    MoneyWallet

     19 likes

    MoneyWallet is an Android application that let you track your expenses. You can organize your data using custom categories, events, places and people tags. The best alternative to others apps, free and open source.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  15. Money+ icon

    Money+

     3 likes

    Track your expenses using Google Sheet. Only Money+ stores all your financial data in Google Sheets with a convenient dashboard for analytics.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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