Alternatives · Accounting
Keeper alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Keeper alternative is Hurdlr (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Keeper compared with 5 alternatives: TaxAct, Hurdlr, QuickBooks Online, Wave and FreshBooks.
Keeper is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $199 per year ($16.58 a month, billed yearly). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KeeperThis tool | Free trial · from $199/yr | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| TaxAct | Free plan · from $44.99/yr | Yes | Web |
| Hurdlr | Free plan · from $8.34/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| QuickBooks Online | Free plan · from $38/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Wave | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| FreshBooks | Free trial · from $23/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Keeper starts at $16.58 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
QuickBooks Online and FreshBooks score higher without starting lower. TaxAct and Hurdlr start 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 Keeper
TaxAct
Online and downloadable tax filing for individuals and businesses
- TaxAct starts at $44.99 per tax year (download); online from $59.99, states extra.
- TaxAct has a free plan, which Keeper lacks.
- TaxAct lists no iOS and Android apps, which Keeper has.
- TaxAct also covers documents and calculator.
- TaxAct does not cover bookkeeping and expense tracking, which Keeper does.
Suits: Individuals with simple returns that qualify for free federal filing
Hurdlr
Mileage, expense and tax tracking app for freelancers
- Hurdlr starts at $8.34 per month, billed annually ($100 a year; $9.99 billed monthly).
- Hurdlr has a free plan, which Keeper lacks.
- Hurdlr also covers invoicing and reports.
Suits: Freelancers and gig workers who drive for work and want mileage logged
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 Keeper lacks.
- QuickBooks Online also covers invoicing, reports and payroll.
Suits: US small businesses that want their accountant working in the same books
Wave
Free invoicing and bookkeeping for US and Canadian small businesses
- Wave starts at $19 per month, billed monthly.
- Wave has a free plan, which Keeper lacks.
- Wave also covers invoicing, reports and payroll.
Suits: Sole proprietors in the US or Canada who mainly need to send invoices
FreshBooks
Invoicing and accounting for freelancers and service businesses
- FreshBooks starts at $23 per month, billed monthly.
- FreshBooks also covers time tracking, invoicing, reports and payroll.
Suits: Freelancers and consultants who bill a handful of clients for their time
Limits worth knowing in Keeper
- Bookkeeping Only does not include tax filing; the yearly Standard plan at $199 costs less than 12 months of it at $240.
- Mileage tracking and an LLC formation service are marked coming soon.
- Standard covers federal plus 2 state returns; 3 or more states, audit protection and quarterly taxes need Premium.
- S-Corp and partnership filing is only on the $1,199 Business plan.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Keeper?
The alternatives to Keeper in this directory are TaxAct, Hurdlr, QuickBooks Online, Wave and FreshBooks. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Keeper.
Is there a free alternative to Keeper?
Yes. TaxAct, Hurdlr, QuickBooks Online and Wave have a free plan alongside paid ones.
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.