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From $19/mo
FreshBooks is simple accounting built for freelancers, best for Freelancers & service businesses. It is a paid tool starting at $19/mo, rated 4.5/5 across 6,200 reviews — #1 of 5 accounting tools we track.
Overview
FreshBooks focuses on invoicing and time-tracking for freelancers and service businesses, with an exceptionally easy interface and strong client billing features.
Key features
- Invoicing
- Time tracking
- Expense tracking
- Project billing
- Client portal
Pros & cons
Pros
- Very easy to use
- Great invoicing
- Strong time tracking
Cons
- Client limits on low tiers
- Lighter on full bookkeeping
Integrations
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Pricing
Full pricing details →How FreshBooks compares
| Measure | FreshBooks | Category average |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Starting price | $19/mo | $28/mo |
| Rank by rating | #1 of 5 | — |
| Public API | Yes | 3 of 4 offer one |
Is FreshBooks right for you?
A good fit if…
- • You are freelancers & service businesses.
- • Your use case is freelancers.
- • Your use case is agencies billing clients.
- • Your use case is service businesses.
- • Very easy to use matters to you.
Look elsewhere if…
- • Client limits on low tiers would be a dealbreaker.
- • Lighter on full bookkeeping would be a dealbreaker.
Frequently asked questions
How much does FreshBooks cost?+
FreshBooks starts at $19/mo. It is a paid product.
Does FreshBooks have an API?+
Yes, FreshBooks offers an API for integrations and automation.
Who is FreshBooks best for?+
FreshBooks is best suited for Freelancers & service businesses. Common use cases: freelancers, agencies billing clients, service businesses.
Is FreshBooks better than other accounting tools?+
Among the 5 accounting tools we track, FreshBooks ranks #1 by rating (4.5/5 against a 4.4/5 category average).