Free invoicing software or a paid plan, what should you choose?

Most invoicing tools offer some kind of free tier, but "free" means different things depending on the provider. Here is what you should actually look at before choosing between free and paid.

What does "free" typically actually mean?

A free tier is usually limited in some way, for example a fixed number of invoices per month or in total, a single invoice template, or missing features like recurring invoices or credit notes. It is rarely free without limits, it is more a way to let you try the service before committing.

When is a free tier enough?

If you invoice rarely, say once a quarter for a small side activity, a free tier can be entirely sufficient without you ever needing to pay. It is also a good way to try invoicing software before deciding it fits your business.

When does paying start to pay off?

If you invoice regularly, for example weekly or several times a month, a subscription or a credit pack usually pays off quickly compared to buying invoices one at a time, and you often get access to more features too, like more invoice templates or unlimited invoicing.

Ask yourself before you choose

• Roughly how many invoices do I send per month?
• Do I need recurring invoices, credit notes, or multiple invoice templates?
• Would I rather pay per invoice as I use the service, or a fixed, predictable price every month or year?

FakturaKlar gives you five free invoices to start with, no credit card required. After that you can choose between buying invoice credits when you need them, or a subscription with unlimited invoicing, depending on what fits how often you invoice.