Overview
FreshBooks is accounting software aimed squarely at freelancers and small service-based businesses, prioritizing simple, fast invoicing, time tracking, and expense management over the more accounting-heavy feature depth of QuickBooks or Xero.
Available On
WebIosAndroidMobile AppAPI
Key Features
Simple professional invoicing
Time tracking tied to billing
Expense capture
Client retainers & proposals
Basic double-entry accounting
Pros
- Noticeably simpler and faster than full accounting suites
- Invoicing and time tracking feel purpose-built for service businesses
- Good client-facing invoice experience
Cons
- Less depth for businesses with more complex accounting needs
- Client/user limits on lower tiers
- Fewer advanced reporting options than QuickBooks/Xero
Pricing Plans
LitePAID
$21/mo
- 5 billable clients
- Unlimited invoices
- Expense tracking
PlusPAID
$38/mo
- 50 billable clients
- Retainers
- Double-entry accounting
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Quick Info
Websitewww.freshbooks.com
CategoryFinance & Payments
Team SizeSMB
ReleasedJanuary 1, 2003
Last UpdatedJune 1, 2026
Monthly Visits8.0M
API AvailableYes
Open SourceNo
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