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Invoice Ninja vs InvoiceShelf
Both stand on accounts receivable software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6
Invoice Ninja combines billing with project, time and expense tools, and offers hosted apps as well as self-hosting. Compare the five-client free plan with the paid tiers if you need more clients or REST API access.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPISelf-hosted+1
InvoiceShelf combines invoicing, expense tracking, payment records, customer access, and reports in a free self-hosted package. Its hosting requirements and setup are worth considering before choosing it.
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| Invoice Ninja | InvoiceShelf | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, API, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Self-hosting white-label: $40 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | invoiceninja.com | invoiceshelf.com |
| On accounts receivable software | #3 of 28 | #1 of 28 |
Invoice Ninja: what it does well
- Free plan includes unlimited invoicing.
- Supports recurring invoices, automatic billing and quotes.
- Clients can pay through several named gateways.
- Apps sync data across listed desktop and mobile platforms.
- Free self-hosting is available.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to five clients.
- REST API access requires Pro or Enterprise.
- Ninja Pro costs $14.00 per month.
InvoiceShelf: what it does well
- Free forever, open source under AGPL-3.0
- Unlimited invoices and customers
- Recurring invoices and payment reminders
- Customers can view documents in a private portal
- Backups can include files, database, or both
What to know first
- Requires self-hosting and server setup
- Requires PHP 8.3 or 8.4
- Webhooks are marked as coming soon
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