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Wave Pricing (2026)

Free accounting and invoicing for small businesses.

✓ Free plan available freemium From Free/mo
Reviewed by the StackSwitch Editorial Team · Last updated May 2026

Wave plans

Free
forever
Free
  • Unlimited invoicing
  • Accounting
  • Receipt scanning
  • Bank connections
Most popular
Pro
mo
$16
  • Everything in Free
  • Auto-import bank transactions
  • Priority support
  • Lower payment fees
Payroll (add-on)
mo + $6/employee
$20
  • Full-service payroll
  • Tax filing
  • Direct deposit
  • T4/T4A forms (Canada)

Is Wave worth the price?

Wave scores 4.4/5 on G2 and 4.5/5 on Capterra. The free plan is a low-risk way to test it before committing to a paid tier.

Pros

  • Core features are free
  • No limits on invoices or clients
  • Easy to use
  • Good for freelancers

Cons

  • Payment processing fees
  • Less powerful than QuickBooks
  • US & Canada focused
  • Limited integrations

Wave user ratings

4.4/5
G2 score
4.5/5
Capterra score

Wave pricing: frequently asked questions

How much does Wave cost per month?

Wave has a free plan. Paid plans start at Free/mo.

Does Wave have a free plan?

Yes — Wave offers a free plan. You can upgrade to a paid tier when you need more features.

How many pricing plans does Wave have?

Wave offers 3 plans: Free, Pro, Payroll (add-on).

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