Quick verdict
FreshBooks at a glance
Gets invoices out and money in, with bookkeeping that stays out of the way.
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How we researched this review: this page is based on FreshBooks’s own published product information and public pricing at the time of writing. Details change, so always confirm on the official site before you buy.
Why FreshBooks?
Chasing invoices and sorting receipts is unpaid work. FreshBooks sends professional invoices, collects payments, tracks time and expenses and keeps your books ready for tax time.
Key facts
- 30-day free trial
- Plans: Lite, Plus, Premium and Select
- Invoicing, expenses, time tracking and reports
- Plans: Lite, Plus, Premium and Select; promotional first-year pricing is offered from time to time
- Mobile apps for iPhone and Android
What you get
Invoices that look professional
Automated invoices and reminders help you get paid faster.
Expenses on autopilot
Receipt scanning, bank imports and auto-categorization.
Time and projects
Track time and bill it with estimates and proposals.
Online payments
Let clients pay online with custom payment options.
Reports for tax time
Accounting reports, mileage and bookkeeping tools.
Real support
Support team based in North America, per the official site.
Who it is best for
Freelancers, consultants and service businesses that invoice clients.
Who should skip it
Inventory-heavy product businesses needing advanced accounting.
Pricing
Plans are Lite, Plus, Premium and Select; see the official pricing page. New customers are sometimes offered promotional first-year pricing, so check the official site for the current offer.
Our hands-on notes
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Easy invoicing and reminders
- Good for service businesses
- Accountant access on higher plans
- Clean mobile apps
Cons
- Lite limits the number of clients
- Advanced payments are outside the trial
- Not built for inventory-heavy businesses
Alternatives
See the full side-by-side: FreshBooks vs QuickBooks vs Wave.
More options: Freshbooks alternatives · pricing breakdown.
- QuickBooks for fuller accounting
- Wave for a free option
- Xero for growing small businesses
Our verdict
If you invoice clients and hate bookkeeping, FreshBooks gets money in and paperwork out. Start with the trial and send your next real invoice from it.
FAQ
Is there a free trial?
Yes, 30 days, per the official site.
Who is FreshBooks for?
Freelancers, solopreneurs and service-based small businesses.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, iPhone and Android apps are available.
Disclosure: we may earn a commission if you sign up through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. It never changes our verdict. Full disclosure.