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Invoice Ninja vs Zoho Invoice

Invoice Ninja and Zoho Invoice both help you send invoices. Invoice Ninja is best for people who want to self-host; Zoho Invoice is best for quotes and invoices with no monthly fee.

Feature Invoice Ninja Zoho Invoice
What it isOpen-source invoicingFree invoicing from Zoho
PricingFree planFree
Free to startYesYes
Best forPeople who want to self-hostQuotes and invoices with no monthly fee
Jobs it doesSend invoicesSend invoices
Often used byFreelancers and agenciesFreelancers and agencies, Workshops and home services

Why pick Invoice Ninja

  • Best for people who want to self-host

Invoice Ninja is open-source invoicing with quotes, recurring invoices and payment links. You can use the hosted version or run it yourself.

Invoice Ninja on Cratepick

Why pick Zoho Invoice

  • Best for quotes and invoices with no monthly fee
  • Often used by workshops and home services

Zoho Invoice creates quotes and invoices, sends reminders and tracks time and expenses.

Zoho Invoice on Cratepick

Questions people ask

Is Invoice Ninja or Zoho Invoice better for a small business?
It depends on the job. Invoice Ninja and Zoho Invoice both help you send invoices. Invoice Ninja is best for people who want to self-host; Zoho Invoice is best for quotes and invoices with no monthly fee.
Is Invoice Ninja or Zoho Invoice free?
Invoice Ninja: Free plan. Zoho Invoice: Free. Prices change, so check both sites before you sign up.

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    Best for: Freelancers and very small businesses

    Free plan
  2. Stripe Invoicing

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    Best for: Businesses already on Stripe

    Pay per use
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    Best for: Dutch freelancers and contractors who quote before every job

    Free plan
  4. Axly

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    Best for: Shops and traders on Windows PCs, especially GST-registered in India

    Free plan
  5. Billino

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    Best for: Freelancers and small firms billing clients across Europe

    Free plan

Answers by Sampan