Wave
Free accounting for very small businesses
Free core; paid payroll/receipts
- Solo sellers on a budget
- Invoicing
Bookkeeping and tax-friendly tools compared for solo shops and growing handmade businesses — free vs paid.
| Tool | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Wave | Free core; paid payroll/receipts | Solo sellers on a budget, Invoicing |
| QuickBooks | From ~$30/mo | Growing shops, Accountant handoff |
| Hurdlr | From ~$10/mo | Mileage + tax estimates, Side hustles |
| Bench | Monthly service fee | Hands-off bookkeeping, Year-end taxes |
Free accounting for very small businesses
Free core; paid payroll/receipts
Full bookkeeping with strong tax support
From ~$30/mo
Income and expense tracking for freelancers
From ~$10/mo
Bookkeeping service with software included
Monthly service fee
Get the Seller Launch Checklist — setup checklist, pricing sheet, and weekly review template.
Get the kit — $12