Key Takeaways

Written by the SkillEngine team

Zoho Invoice offers a lot of invoicing features at no cost, which makes it ideal for freelancers and very small businesses. It is not full accounting software, so growing companies may need to move to Zoho Books later.

Our Verdict

Zoho Invoice is one of the best free invoicing tools available. Choose it if you mainly need invoicing and payments, and upgrade to Zoho Books when you need full accounting.

What is Zoho Invoice?

Zoho Invoice is a dedicated invoicing app in the Zoho family. It covers the full billing cycle for small businesses: quotes, invoices, recurring invoices, payment reminders and a customer portal where clients can view and pay invoices.

It also includes time tracking for projects, expense tracking and multi-currency support, and it connects with other Zoho apps such as Zoho Books and Zoho CRM if your business grows.

DeveloperZoho Corporation
Best forFreelancers and small businesses
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Free plan / trialFree plan available
CategoryAccounting Software / Billing and Invoice Software
SkillEngine Score4.5 / 5

Key Features

Quotes and invoicesCreate professional quotes and convert them to invoices.
Recurring invoicesAutomatically bill repeat customers.
Client portalCustomers can view, approve and pay online.
Time trackingTrack billable project hours.
Payment remindersAutomatic reminders for overdue invoices.
Multi-currencyInvoice international customers.

Benefits

  • Full invoicing features for free
  • Professional client experience
  • Easy upgrade path within Zoho
  • Saves time with automation

Pricing

Zoho Invoice is free to use, with limits that may apply to some features. Payment gateways charge their own transaction fees.

Prices change often. Check the official Zoho Invoice website for current plans.

FAQs

Is Zoho Invoice really free?

Yes, Zoho Invoice is offered as a free invoicing app. Payment gateway fees still apply.

What is the difference between Zoho Invoice and Zoho Books?

Zoho Invoice focuses on invoicing, while Zoho Books is full accounting software with invoicing included.

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