Alternatives · Accounting
MYOB alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best MYOB 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.
MYOB compared with 6 alternatives: Xero, QuickBooks Online, Reckon, Zoho Books, FreshBooks and 1 more.
MYOB is a paid product with a free trial, starting at A$11 per month for Solo, after a first-3-month offer (A$99 a year if paid yearly). 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MYOBThis tool | Free trial · from $11/mo | Trial only | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Xero | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| QuickBooks Online | Free plan · from $38/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Reckon | Free trial · from $27/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Zoho Books | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| FreshBooks | Free trial · from $23/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Hnry | Free | Free | Web |
How each one differs from MYOB
Xero
Cloud accounting for small businesses, with unlimited users
- Xero starts at $27 per month, billed monthly.
- Xero lists no Windows app, which MYOB has.
- Xero does not cover inventory, which MYOB does.
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 MYOB lacks.
- QuickBooks Online lists no Windows app, which MYOB has.
- QuickBooks Online does not cover inventory, which MYOB does.
Suits: US small businesses that want their accountant working in the same books
Reckon
Cloud accounting and payroll for Australian small businesses
- Reckon starts at A$27 per month at renewal, after 6 months at A$2.70 (Accounting Plus).
- Reckon lists no Windows app, which MYOB has.
Suits: Australian small businesses that want GST reporting and payroll in one subscription
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 MYOB lacks.
- Zoho Books does not cover payroll and inventory, which MYOB does.
Suits: Very small businesses that want a free plan with real double-entry books
FreshBooks
Invoicing and accounting for freelancers and service businesses
- FreshBooks starts at $23 per month, billed monthly.
- FreshBooks lists no Windows app, which MYOB has.
- FreshBooks also covers time tracking.
- FreshBooks does not cover inventory, which MYOB does.
Suits: Freelancers and consultants who bill a handful of clients for their time
Hnry
Tax and accounting service for sole traders in New Zealand
- Hnry is free.
- Hnry has a free plan, which MYOB lacks.
- Hnry lists no Windows, iOS and Android apps, which MYOB has.
- Hnry does not cover payroll and inventory, which MYOB does.
Suits: New Zealand sole traders who want tax handled for them
Limits worth knowing in MYOB
- Prices are Australian dollars from the Australian site; the page's own offers cut the first months well below the renewal price.
- Payroll costs A$5 a month per employee on Lite and Pro, and unlimited inventory is a A$22 a month add-on.
- Solo is for one user at a time and runs only as a phone app.
- AccountRight Plus and Premier include software to download on Windows computers; Premier pricing is not shown on this page.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to MYOB?
The alternatives to MYOB in this directory are Xero, QuickBooks Online, Reckon, Zoho Books, FreshBooks and Hnry. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MYOB.
Is there a free alternative to MYOB?
Yes. Hnry is free to use. QuickBooks Online and Zoho Books 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.