Alternatives · Accounting
Hnry alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Hnry alternative is Xero (2.6 GPA). The best free one is Wave (2.4 GPA).
Hnry compared with 6 alternatives: Xero, MYOB, FreeAgent, IRIS KashFlow, Wave and 1 more.
Hnry is free to use. 2 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| HnryThis tool | Free | Free | Web |
| Xero | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| MYOB | Free trial · from $11/mo | Trial only | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| FreeAgent | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| IRIS KashFlow | Free trial · from £13.50/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Wave | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Xolo | Free plan · from €59/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Hnry has no paid plan and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Xero, FreeAgent, IRIS KashFlow, Wave and Xolo score higher without starting lower.
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 Hnry
Xero
Cloud accounting for small businesses, with unlimited users
- Xero starts at $27 per month, billed monthly.
- Xero has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Hnry.
- Xero also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Xero also covers payroll.
Suits: Small businesses that want every staff member and adviser in the books at no extra cost
MYOB
Australian accounting, GST, BAS and payroll software
- MYOB starts at A$11 per month for Solo, after a first-3-month offer (A$99 a year if paid yearly).
- MYOB has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Hnry.
- MYOB also lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- MYOB also covers payroll and inventory.
Suits: Australian sole traders who want to run GST and invoices from a phone
FreeAgent
Accounting for freelancers and small firms, built in the UK
- FreeAgent starts at $27 per month, billed monthly.
- FreeAgent has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Hnry.
- FreeAgent also lists iOS and Android apps.
- FreeAgent also covers time tracking.
Suits: Freelancers and contractors who want invoicing, time and books in one plan
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 has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Hnry.
- IRIS KashFlow also covers payroll and quotes and estimates.
Suits: UK sole traders and contractors who need VAT returns and simple bookkeeping
Wave
Free invoicing and bookkeeping for US and Canadian small businesses
- Wave starts at $19 per month, billed monthly.
- Wave also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Wave also covers payroll.
Suits: Sole proprietors in the US or Canada who mainly need to send invoices
Xolo
Invoicing, accounting and compliance for solo business owners
- Xolo starts at €59 per month (Xolo Leap Starter), excluding VAT.
- Xolo does not cover reports, which Hnry does.
Suits: Freelancers who want to invoice EU clients without a company
Limits worth knowing in Hnry
- The fee is 1% + GST of income paid into the Hnry Account, so it rises with earnings up to $1,500 + GST a year.
- Payments under $50 carry a minimum fee of $0.50 + GST each, per the pricing FAQ.
- It is built for sole traders; the pages do not describe it as a ledger for companies or staffed businesses.
- Prices were read on the New Zealand site; Australian and UK versions are separate sites that were not read.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Hnry?
The alternatives to Hnry in this directory are Xero, MYOB, FreeAgent, IRIS KashFlow, Wave and Xolo. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Hnry.
Is there a free alternative to Hnry?
Yes. Wave and Xolo have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Hnry alternatives work on Windows?
The Hnry listing does not include a Windows app. MYOB lists one.
Which Hnry alternatives work on Android?
The Hnry listing does not include an Android app. Xero, MYOB, FreeAgent and Wave list one.
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.