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NorthOS vs WorkingPoint
Both stand on bookkeeping software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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NorthOS combines Canadian tax organization, bookkeeping automation, invoicing, receipts, and mobile access in one service. Its paid plans and extra-business charges matter, and users remain responsible for obtaining professional tax advice.
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WorkingPoint brings accounting, invoicing, banking, inventory, and reporting into one web service. Its single-currency limitation and browser-only access may matter to businesses with broader requirements.
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| NorthOS | WorkingPoint | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Annual: C$119 a year | Lightning: $9 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | NorthOS | Not published |
| Website | northos.ca | workingpoint.com |
| On bookkeeping software | #53 of 75 | #57 of 75 |
NorthOS: what it does well
- Tracks GST/HST methods and registration threshold
- Maps expenses to CRA T2125 categories
- Includes bank feeds and automated reconciliation
- Offers synchronized iPhone and Android apps
- Provides T776 ledgers and CCA tracking
What to know first
- No free plan
- Additional businesses cost extra
- AI-related financial data may be processed outside Canada
- Not a licensed accounting firm or tax advisor
WorkingPoint: what it does well
- Double-entry accounting
- Connections to over 4,800 institutions
- Recurring and personalized invoices
- Customizable financial reports
- Daily backups at multiple locations
What to know first
- No separate mobile platform listed
- No multiple currencies or conversion
- Lightning limited to one user
- Thunderstorm costs $19 a month
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