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ProfitBooks alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best ProfitBooks 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.
ProfitBooks compared with 5 alternatives: Zoho Books, Vyapar, Refrens, Giddh and Wave.
ProfitBooks has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.95 per month, billed monthly. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProfitBooksThis tool | Free plan · from $9.95/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Zoho Books | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Vyapar | Free trial · from $89.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Refrens | Free plan · from ₹8,900/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Giddh | Free plan | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Wave | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
ProfitBooks starts at $9.95 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Zoho Books scores higher without starting lower. Vyapar and Refrens 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 ProfitBooks
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 also lists a Windows app.
- Zoho Books does not cover payroll and inventory, which ProfitBooks does.
Suits: Very small businesses that want a free plan with real double-entry books
Vyapar
GST billing and inventory software for Indian small businesses
- Vyapar starts at $89.99 per year for Gold (Desktop + Mobile, 1 year).
- Vyapar has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike ProfitBooks.
- Vyapar also lists Windows and macOS apps.
- Vyapar lists no web app, which ProfitBooks has.
- Vyapar does not cover payroll, which ProfitBooks does.
Suits: Indian shops that issue GST invoices every day
Refrens
GST invoicing, accounting and lead tracking for Indian firms
- Refrens starts at ₹8,900 per year, excl. GST (₹742 a month effective).
- Refrens also covers sales pipeline and quotes and estimates.
- Refrens does not cover reports and payroll, which ProfitBooks does.
Suits: Indian businesses that need GST e-invoices and e-way bills
Giddh
Cloud accounting with GST compliance for Indian businesses
- Giddh starts at INR 4,000 per year, billed yearly.
- Giddh also lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Giddh does not cover reports, expense tracking and payroll, which ProfitBooks does.
Suits: Small Indian businesses that want GST-aware books at a flat yearly fee
Wave
Free invoicing and bookkeeping for US and Canadian small businesses
- Wave starts at $19 per month, billed monthly.
- Wave does not cover inventory, which ProfitBooks does.
Suits: Sole proprietors in the US or Canada who mainly need to send invoices
Limits worth knowing in ProfitBooks
- Prices exclude GST in India; the rupee prices are separate, such as ₹2,499 a year for Essential.
- Essential and Growth cap invoices per year (1,000 and 5,000); SMB Pro is unlimited.
- Payroll starts on Growth, and WhatsApp integration is an add-on on Essential.
- The free plan caps customers at 50, per the pricing FAQ.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to ProfitBooks?
The alternatives to ProfitBooks in this directory are Zoho Books, Vyapar, Refrens, Giddh and Wave. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with ProfitBooks.
Is there a free alternative to ProfitBooks?
Yes. Zoho Books, Refrens, Giddh and Wave have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which ProfitBooks alternatives work on Windows?
The ProfitBooks listing does not include a Windows app. Zoho Books, Vyapar and Giddh list one.
Which ProfitBooks alternatives work on macOS?
The ProfitBooks listing does not include a macOS app. Vyapar and Giddh 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.