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Find the invoicing software that fits how you get paid.

Compare tools for creating invoices, collecting payments, and tracking what customers owe. Our general picks before personalisation — your answers may change the recommendation.

Our top pick

Square

Best for: Retail and service SMBs when the brief gives extra weight to implementation effort.

Shares the lead on billing and payment experience.
Has the clearer case on administration, security, and scalability.
Pulls ahead on price and value.

Main compromise: Has a weaker case on integration quality.

A free plan and free trial are available.UK online invoice/card fees are currently 2.5% for invoice/card-on-file payments and 1.75% in person.

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Strong alternative

FreshBooks

Best for: Freelancers and service businesses, particularly when the brief prioritises ease of use.

Has a standout advantage on customer support.
Has the clearer case on functional capability.
Makes a convincing case on implementation effort against much of the field.

Main compromise: Trails the shortlist on administration, security, and scalability.

A free trial is available.UK list prices shown in August 2026 are £16 Lite, £30 Plus and £42 Premium before temporary promotions.

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Question 1

Who is it for?

Who is the software for?

Individual / just mePersonal use, a solo business, or one primary user.Small business / teamA growing team balancing capability, simplicity, and value.Enterprise / large organisationMore complex implementation, administration, support, and scale.

Question 2

What matters most?

More capability and flexibilityDeeper capability for invoicing software, integrations, and room to grow.Better valueCapability per dollar without unnecessary cost or burden.Easier adoption and everyday useEase of use, a lighter implementation, and the billing and payment experience.Best overall balanceA balanced view across reliability, value, support, usability, and capability.

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