Kick alternatives

Kick: AI bookkeeping that categorizes bank transactions, matches receipts, and generates financial statements.

Kick caps its free plan at 250 lifetime transactions and requires an annual commitment on Basic, while founders often need manual ledger control, payroll, or inventory. This list covers established accounting suites, free small business tools, and open-source software you can host yourself.

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6 alternatives to Kick

  1. QuickBooks logo

    QuickBooks

    QuickBooks is the US industry standard with built-in payroll, tax prep, and inventory that Kick lacks. Plans start at $35 a month, but categorization requires much more manual work.

    • Paid
    • Web, iOS, Android
    • Made in United States
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  2. Xero logo

    Xero

    Xero includes unlimited users on every plan and connects to thousands of third-party business apps. Plans start at $20 a month, making it easier to share access with an outside accountant.

    • Paid
    • Web, iOS, Android
    • Made in New Zealand
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  3. FreshBooks logo

    FreshBooks

    FreshBooks centers on client invoicing, proposal tracking, and project time tracking rather than automated bank feeds. Plans start at $19 a month for up to five billable clients.

    • Paid
    • Web, iOS, Android
    • Made in Canada
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  5. Wave logo

    Wave

    Wave offers free bookkeeping and invoicing without Kick's 250-transaction lifetime limit. You only pay if you add payroll or upgrade to Wave Pro at $16 a month for automated bank feeds.

    • Freemium
    • Web, iOS, Android
    • Made in Canada
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  6. Akaunting logo

    Akaunting

    Akaunting is free, open-source accounting software that you can download and run on your own server. It gives you full control over your financial data without any transaction caps or monthly subscription fees.

    • Free
    • Web
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  7. Sage logo

    Sage

    Sage is established across the UK and Europe with compliance tools and payroll built for regional tax rules. Pricing starts around $15 a month for small business accounting.

    • Paid
    • Web
    • Made in United Kingdom
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Kick alternatives compared

Product Pricing Platforms Made in
QuickBooks Paid Web, iOS, Android United States
Xero Paid Web, iOS, Android New Zealand
FreshBooks Paid Web, iOS, Android Canada
Wave Freemium Web, iOS, Android Canada
Akaunting Free Web –
Sage Paid Web United Kingdom

Kick alternatives: frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to Kick?

Popular alternatives to Kick are QuickBooks, Xero and FreshBooks. You can compare their pricing, platforms and the country they're made in on this page.

Is there a free alternative to Kick?

Yes. Akaunting is free to use. Wave has a free plan.

Which Kick alternatives work on iPhone and Android?

QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks and Wave have apps for both iPhone and Android.

Is there a European alternative to Kick?

Yes. Sage (United Kingdom) is made in Europe.

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