Alternatives · Accounting
Crunch alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Crunch alternative is QuickFile (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Crunch compared with 6 alternatives: QuickFile, FreeAgent, Xero, QuickBooks Online, IRIS KashFlow and 1 more.
Crunch's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 2 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrunchThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| QuickFile | Free plan · from £60/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| FreeAgent | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Xero | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| QuickBooks Online | Free plan · from $38/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| IRIS KashFlow | Free trial · from £13.50/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Countingup | Free trial · from £5/mo | Trial only | iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Crunch
QuickFile
UK online accounting, free for smaller ledgers
- QuickFile starts at £60 per year, plus VAT, for accounts over 1,000 ledger entries.
- QuickFile has a free plan, which Crunch lacks.
- QuickFile also lists iOS and Android apps.
- QuickFile also covers reports and quotes and estimates.
- QuickFile does not cover payroll, which Crunch does.
Suits: UK sole traders and small companies with few transactions a year
FreeAgent
Accounting for freelancers and small firms, built in the UK
- FreeAgent starts at $27 per month, billed monthly.
- FreeAgent also lists iOS and Android apps.
- FreeAgent also covers time tracking and reports.
- FreeAgent does not cover payroll, which Crunch does.
Suits: Freelancers and contractors who want invoicing, time and books in one plan
Xero
Cloud accounting for small businesses, with unlimited users
- Xero starts at $27 per month, billed monthly.
- Xero also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Xero also covers reports.
Suits: Small businesses that want every staff member and adviser in the books at no extra cost
QuickBooks Online
Cloud accounting from Intuit, from a free plan to 25-user Advanced
- QuickBooks Online starts at $38 per month, billed monthly.
- QuickBooks Online has a free plan, which Crunch lacks.
- QuickBooks Online also lists iOS and Android apps.
- QuickBooks Online also covers reports.
Suits: US small businesses that want their accountant working in the same books
IRIS KashFlow
UK online accounting for sole traders and limited companies
- IRIS KashFlow starts at £13.50 per month, billed monthly (£1.35 for the first 6 months).
- IRIS KashFlow also covers reports and quotes and estimates.
Suits: UK sole traders and contractors who need VAT returns and simple bookkeeping
Countingup
UK business current account with built-in bookkeeping
- Countingup starts at £5 per month for up to £750 deposited monthly, after a 3-month free trial.
- Countingup also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Countingup lists no web app, which Crunch has.
- Countingup also covers reports.
- Countingup does not cover payroll, which Crunch does.
Suits: UK sole traders who want banking and bookkeeping in one app
Limits worth knowing in Crunch
- Prices come from an instant quote based on turnover, transactions and extras, so no plan prices are listed here.
- Employee payroll is listed at £20 plus VAT a month for up to 5 employees; company formation is £100.
- Self Assessment filing is described as worth £240 plus VAT where it is not already part of a plan.
- A software-only option exists, but its price is also given through the quote process.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Crunch?
The alternatives to Crunch in this directory are QuickFile, FreeAgent, Xero, QuickBooks Online, IRIS KashFlow and Countingup. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Crunch.
Is there a free alternative to Crunch?
Yes. QuickFile and QuickBooks Online have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Crunch alternatives work on Android?
The Crunch listing does not include an Android app. QuickFile, FreeAgent, Xero, QuickBooks Online and Countingup list one.
Which Crunch alternatives work on iOS?
The Crunch listing does not include an iOS app. QuickFile, FreeAgent, Xero, QuickBooks Online and Countingup list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.