Looking for a Freshbooks alternative?
Get better bang for your buck with Reckon accounting software
Reckon One pricing starts from only $24/month, comparable FreshBooks plans start from $43!
Why choose Reckon accounting software over FreshBooks?
More features, better value and a complete accounting solution—without the extra costs or restrictions that can blow out your budget.
Save big with Reckon
Reckon’s entry-level plan starts from just $24/month, while comparable FreshBooks plans start from $43/month – that’s 44% cheaper. You’ll get powerful accounting tools at a fraction of the cost, making Reckon the smarter, more affordable choice for small businesses.
Payroll costs that don't blow out
FreshBooks Plus starts at $43/month, but payroll costs extra – $40/month plus $6 per employee. That brings the total to around $89/month for a small team, with costs rising as you grow. With Reckon, payroll is simple and affordable: $16/month for up to 4 employees, or $32/month as you scale – with no hidden add-ons or per-employee fees.
Unlimited invoicing and clients
FreshBooks limits you to just 50 billable clients, so you’ll need to upgrade once you reach that cap. Reckon includes unlimited customers, unlimited send invoices, recurring invoices and invoicing in every plan, giving your business room to grow without restrictions or unexpected price increases.
More features, less fuss
*Pricing listed compares the monthly cost of Freshbooks ‘Plus’ plan. Pricing lists at the standard price, correct as of April 2026.
Get more features for less
Freshbooks ‘Plus’ and ‘Payroll (for one employee)’ plan vs Reckon Accounting Plus + Payroll Essentials’ plan.
Track expenses
Create & send invoices
Up to 50 customers
Unlimited customers
Automate super
Bank feeds
Pay your employees
1 employee
4 employees
Phone support
Australian-owned
Data hosted in Australia
Monthly price
$89.00
$40.00
Reckon One offers unlimited free phone support during business hours. This comparison is based on FreshBooks’ Plus plan and Payroll plan (with one employee), and Reckon’s Accounting Plus and Payroll Essentials plan . Pricing is correct as of April 2026.
Helping thousands of businesses with their accounting
Migrate from Freshbooks to Reckon for free
Moving your data from Freshbooks to Reckon is quick and easy with our migration service. It’s free when you sign up for Reckon Plus or Premium plans.
There are a million reasons to love Reckon
Cancel at any time
Switch us off whenever you want. Flexibility is in your hands.
Industry standard security
We use AES-256 bit encryption and multiple layers of firewalls to ensure your data is always protected.
Automatic backups & updates
Your data is safe, and you're always on the latest, cutting-edge cloud accounting software.
30 years in the accounting & payroll industry
We have earned the trust of over 100,000 businesses across Australia.
Data stored in Australia
Store your sensitive accounting software data here at home, under Australian law.
Connect with an expert
Your accountant or bookkeeper can now help your small business in real-time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I easily switch my data from Freshbooks or other platforms to Reckon?
Yes. Switching to Reckon is designed to be straightforward with our free data migration service. available on eligible plans. We support migration from major accounting platforms, helping you move key business data such as your chart of accounts, contacts, invoices and historical transactions.
Our team can guide you through the process and help ensure your data is set up correctly from day one. If you’re concerned about disruption, most businesses can continue normal operations while migration activities are completed in parallel.
We also provide onboarding assistance and training resources to help you get up and running quickly, so you can focus on running your business rather than managing a complicated software transition.
Why is Reckon a good FreshBooks alternative?
How long does it take to switch to Reckon?
Most small to medium businesses can be up and running in a few days. Our team can help streamline the process so you’re not stuck managing a lengthy transition.
We also provide step-by-step onboarding guidance so you can switch at a pace that suits your business.
Will I lose any historical data if I switch?
Will my accountant or bookkeeper be able to use Reckon?
Absolutely. Reckon is widely used by Australian accountants and bookkeepers, with a long-established local ecosystem.
Your existing accountant or bookkeeper can continue working with you in Reckon without significantly changing their workflow. You can easily collaborate on payroll, bills, expenses, invoicing and reporting, helping keep your business finances organised throughout the year.
If your accountant hasn’t used Reckon before, we provide onboarding support and training resources to make the transition smooth.
Unlike some global platforms, Reckon is built specifically for Australian accounting professionals, with local compliance and reporting already aligned to Australian requirements.
Does Reckon support Single Touch Payroll (STP) compliance?
Yes. Reckon is fully ATO-compliant and supports Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, including STP Phase 2 requirements.
You can confidently manage payroll reporting directly to the ATO, helping ensure your obligations are met accurately and on time. Updates are automatically maintained so you stay compliant as regulations evolve.
Convinced Reckon One is the perfect Freshbooks alternative for small businesses?
Try Reckon One for free, cancel anytime.
