Alternatives · Accounting
Daftra alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Daftra alternative for most people is Zoho Books (3.4 GPA), first in our ranking of accounting and invoicing tools. It's also the best free one.
Daftra compared with 6 alternatives: Qoyod, Wafeq, Odoo, Zoho Books, Xero and 1 more.
Daftra is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $20 per month, billed annually ($30 billed monthly). 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| DaftraThis tool | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Qoyod | Paid | No | iOS |
| Wafeq | Free trial · from $26/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Odoo | Free plan · from $31.10/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Zoho Books | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Xero | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Bukku | Free plan | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Daftra starts at $20 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Zoho Books.
Xero scores higher without starting lower. Odoo starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Daftra
Qoyod
Cloud accounting and ZATCA e-invoicing for Saudi small businesses
- Qoyod lists no web app and Android app, which Daftra has.
- Qoyod also covers expense tracking.
- Qoyod does not cover time tracking and payroll, which Daftra does.
Suits: Saudi small businesses that must issue ZATCA e-invoices
Wafeq
Accounting and e-invoicing software for Gulf businesses
- Wafeq starts at $26 per month, billed yearly ($312 a year; $32 billed monthly).
- Wafeq lists no iOS and Android apps, which Daftra has.
- Wafeq also covers quotes and estimates.
- Wafeq does not cover time tracking, which Daftra does.
Suits: Businesses in Saudi Arabia and the UAE that must issue e-invoices
Odoo
Business app suite whose Accounting app is free when used on its own
- Odoo starts at $31.10 per user / month, billed annually, after $24.90 for the first 12 months.
- Odoo has a free plan, which Daftra lacks.
- Odoo is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Odoo also covers expense tracking.
- Odoo does not cover time tracking, payroll and inventory, which Daftra does.
Suits: Businesses that want full double-entry accounting free for any number of users
Zoho Books
Online accounting from Zoho, with a free plan and six paid tiers
- Zoho Books starts at $15 per organization / month, billed annually.
- Zoho Books has a free plan, which Daftra lacks.
- Zoho Books also lists a Windows app.
- Zoho Books also covers expense tracking.
- Zoho Books does not cover time tracking, payroll and inventory, which Daftra does.
Suits: Very small businesses that want a free plan with real double-entry books
Xero
Cloud accounting for small businesses, with unlimited users
- Xero starts at $27 per month, billed monthly.
- Xero also covers expense tracking.
- Xero does not cover time tracking and inventory, which Daftra does.
Suits: Small businesses that want every staff member and adviser in the books at no extra cost
Bukku
Cloud accounting for Malaysian small businesses with e-Invoice
- Bukku starts at RM35 per month (excluding 8% SST), after a free plan.
- Bukku has a free plan, which Daftra lacks.
- Bukku lists no iOS and Android apps, which Daftra has.
- Bukku also covers expense tracking.
- Bukku does not cover time tracking and payroll, which Daftra does.
Suits: Malaysian small businesses that must issue LHDN e-Invoices
Limits worth knowing in Daftra
- Price lists, memberships and lease contracts need Advanced; SMS, time tracking and manufacturing need Premium.
- Warehouses beyond those in the plan, and some other limits, cost extra per month.
- The page says yearly billing saves up to 30%; the monthly prices shown are higher.
- Online payment gateway fees and other third-party charges are not included in plans.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Daftra?
The alternatives to Daftra in this directory are Qoyod, Wafeq, Odoo, Zoho Books, Xero and Bukku. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Daftra.
Is there a free alternative to Daftra?
Yes. Odoo, Zoho Books and Bukku have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Daftra alternatives work on Windows?
The Daftra listing does not include a Windows app. Zoho Books lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Daftra?
Odoo is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.