Wave
Free accounting and invoicing for small businesses
Free
Starting price
4.4/5
G2 rating
3
Pricing plans
2009
Founded
Wave is a free accounting, invoicing, and payments platform for freelancers and small businesses. It offers unlimited invoicing, expense tracking, and double-entry accounting at no cost — making it a popular alternative to QuickBooks for budget-conscious business owners.
Key features
InvoicingAccountingExpense trackingBank reconciliationPayment processingPayroll (add-on)Receipt scanning
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
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