Looking for a Hnry accounting alternative for sole traders?
Get better bang for your buck with Reckon accounting software
Reckon One pricing starts from only $24/month, with Hnry you expect to pay up to $125/month!
Why choose Reckon over Hnry?
Save more, stay in control, and manage your business finances, tax obligations, invoices and payments in one flexible accounting software platform for sole traders and small businesses.
Save big with Reckon
Hnry accounting charges 1% + GST of your self employed income, meaning if you earn $150,000 you’ll pay around $1,500 each financial year. Reckon One starts from just $24/month, helping sole traders reduce cost while keeping more money in their business. Unlike percentage-based pricing, your Reckon subscription stays fixed regardless of how much income you earn.
Full control of your business finances
With Hnry accounting, your tax management is handled on your behalf through the Hnry Trust Account, so you have less direct control over your tax returns and ATO account. Reckon lets you manage your own tax returns, BAS, GST and tax obligations whenever you choose, while still working with your accountant or bookkeeper if needed.
All-in-one flexibility
Hnry doesn’t include payroll or super features, meaning you’ll still need other tools if your business grows. As your sole trader business grows into a company or you hire staff, Reckon grows with you. Integrated payroll, STP reporting, automated super, expense tracking and bank feeds help you manage employees, business expenses and customers from one place.
Simple pricing, built for growth
Hnry’s percentage-based pricing scales up with your income, while Reckon keeps things fixed and predictable – just $24/month for accounting and $16/month for payroll. As your business expands, your Reckon cost stays the same – no income-based fees, no surprise charges.
*Pricing listed compares the monthly cost of Hnry. Pricing lists at the standard price, correct as of November 2025.
Get more features for less
Hnry accounting plan vs Reckon One ‘Accounting Plus + Payroll Essentials’ plan.
Unlimited users
Track GST & BAS
Payroll
Pay up to 4 employees
Free trial
Free onboarding session
STP reporting
Cash flow visibility
Reconcile bank transactions
Set up recurring transactions
Budgeting
Unlimited free phone support
Plans tailored to business needs
Monthly price
1% of your income + GST
$40.00
Reckon One’s unlimited free phone support is available during business hours.
This table is in comparison to Hnry’s standard features. Data correct as of November 2025.
Helping thousands of businesses with their accounting
Migrate from Hnry to Reckon for free
Moving your data from Hnry accounting to Reckon is quick and easy with our migration service. It’s free when you sign up for our 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 Hnry 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.
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?
Is Reckon One suitable for sole traders?
Can I connect my bank account?
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 advisor can continue working with you in Reckon without needing to change their workflow significantly. 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 with Australian accounting professionals in mind, so compliance and reporting are already aligned to local needs.
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 Hnry alternative for small businesses?
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