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InvoiceShelf vs Zoho Invoice
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 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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Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
Zoho Invoice provides a broad set of invoicing, payment and reporting features on a free plan. Its user, project and invoice caps, branding and inactive-data deletion policy are worth reviewing first.
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| InvoiceShelf | Zoho Invoice | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Zoho Invoice |
| Website | invoiceshelf.com | zoho.com |
| On invoicing software | #1 of 83 | #4 of 83 |
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
Zoho Invoice: what it does well
- Free plan includes recurring invoices.
- Customers can view and pay invoices in a portal.
- Invoices can be sent by email, WhatsApp or iMessage.
- GST-compliant invoicing and GSTR-1 filing are supported.
- Available on Android, iOS, Windows and Mac.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to two users.
- Free plan allows only three projects.
- Free plan caps invoices at 500 per year.
- Invoices include Powered by Zoho Invoice branding.
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