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BlueInvoice vs Recurly
Both stand on invoicing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
BlueInvoice covers core invoice creation, PDF export and EU VAT validation in a web browser at no listed cost. Its one-rate-per-invoice rule matters for businesses handling mixed tax rates.
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Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1
Recurly combines subscription billing with payment collection, reminders, and a client portal. The listed trial offers a way to evaluate it, but the Starter price and unlisted All-Access price are important considerations.
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| BlueInvoice | Recurly | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Starter: $249 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | BlueInvoice | Recurly |
| Website | blueinvoice.net | recurly.com |
| On invoicing software | #46 of 83 | #42 of 83 |
BlueInvoice: what it does well
- No installation required
- Multi-currency invoice support
- VAT and totals calculate while typing
- VIES checks up to 20 numbers
- Optional account saves invoices
What to know first
- Only one VAT rate per invoice
- Mixed rates require separate invoices
- Free plan is browser-based
Recurly: what it does well
- Handles recurring invoices and online payments
- Includes payment reminders and multi-currency invoicing
- Starter includes 10+ payment methods
- Starter lists 20+ payment gateways
- 90-day trial is listed
What to know first
- No free plan
- Starter costs $249 a month
- Available on web
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