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Wave vs ZipBooks

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WaveAccounting Software
$16 / monthPublished price
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ZipBooksAccounting Software
From $15 / monthPublished price
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Wave
Accounting Software

Manage your money like a boss.

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ZipBooks
Accounting Software

Simple accounting software that makes you even smarter.

Overview
CategoryAccounting SoftwareAccounting Software
What it isWave delivers free, intuitive accounting and invoicing software, making it ideal for entrepreneurs and startups.Free accounting and bookkeeping software with intelligent scoring to help small businesses understand financial health.
Pricing
Published price$16 / month
Wave offers two pricing plans. Starter plan with all the basics, at $0 per month. Pro plan with additional features, at $16 per month. A 30-day free trial is available.
From $15 / month
ZipBooks publishes paid accounting plans from $15 per month and also offers a free Starter plan.
Pricing modelTiered plansTiered plans
Free optionsFree plan · Free trialFree plan · Free trial
Deal on CubbieNone right nowNone right now
Company
Founded20092015
Team size201-500 employees11-50 employees
HeadquartersToronto, CanadaLehi, UT
Featured clientsHappy Pops, AIESEC Canada, Change Connect, Khan and AssociatesNot available

Where these sit in Accounting Software

  • Wave$192
  • ZipBooks$180
  • Accounting Software median$222

Per seat, per year, across 14 products publishing a price. Half of Accounting Software sits between $111 and $552, and 16% of its plans are priced on request.

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