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Free Khatabook alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

3 of the 5 Khatabook alternatives we track can be used for free (free, open source, or with a free plan). Vyapar, Swipe and Zoho Books rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Vyapar logoVyaparFree plan + paid₹699 a year (Silver, mobile)NoAndroid, iOS, Windows9 of 968.8
2Swipe logoSwipeFree plan + paid—NoWeb, Android, iOS4 of 461.8
3Zoho Books logoZoho BooksFree plan + paid$15 per org/month billed annually (Standard)NoWeb, Windows, macOS +28 of 857.5
  1. Vyapar logo

    1. VyaparTop pick

    Best for: Indian shop owners and traders who need fast GST billing and stock tracking on phone and PC

    Free plan + paidAndroid, iOS, Windows

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Khatabook

    Adds GST invoicing, inventory and reports on top of a customer ledger, on Android and Windows.

    Pros

    • Free basic plan on mobile
    • Works offline and syncs when connected
    • E-invoices, e-way bills and GST reports built in
    • Supports several Indian languages

    Cons

    • Built around Indian GST, so of little use elsewhere
    • Desktop app needs a paid licence after the 7-day trial
    • No macOS app
    Visit Vyapar Compare with KhatabookDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Vyapar a good Khatabook alternative?

    Verified facts

    9 of 9 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, lifetime free on mobile, limited access
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop trial
    7 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes, syncs when online
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    E-invoicing
    E-invoices and e-way bills
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Languages
    9+ Indian languages
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    ₹699 a year (Silver, mobile)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Gold plan
    ₹799 a year (mobile)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Silver desktop plan
    ₹3,799 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Platinum plan
    ₹9,999 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026vyaparapp.in(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Swipe logo

    2. Swipe

    Best for: Indian SMEs that want quick GST invoices, e-way bills and stock tracking from a phone

    Free plan + paidWeb, Android, iOS

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Khatabook

    Quick GST invoices and payment links for Indian businesses that need proper bills.

    Pros

    • E-way bills, e-invoices and GST reports built in
    • Invoices shared straight to WhatsApp, email or SMS
    • Prints on thermal receipt printers as well as A4
    • Syncs with Tally for accountants

    Cons

    • Focused on Indian GST; other markets get far less
    • Not a full double-entry accounting system
    • Pricing page needs JavaScript and is hard to compare at a glance
    Visit Swipe Compare with KhatabookDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Swipe a good Khatabook alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    E-way bills
    Yes, from the phone
    Checked Nov 8, 2026getswipe.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Invoice sharing
    WhatsApp, email or SMS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026getswipe.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Thermal printing
    2-inch and 3-inch
    Checked Nov 8, 2026getswipe.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Free invoicing
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026getswipe.in(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Zoho Books logo

    3. Zoho Books

    Best for: Cost-conscious small businesses, especially those already using other Zoho apps

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Khatabook

    Cloud accounting with an Indian GST edition for businesses outgrowing a simple credit book.

    Pros

    • Free plan plus low per-organisation pricing
    • Automation rules and custom fields at small-business prices
    • Works closely with Zoho CRM, Inventory and Payroll

    Cons

    • Fewer accountants know it than QuickBooks or Xero
    • Features and pricing vary by country edition
    • Interface can feel crowded
    Visit Zoho Books Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Zoho Books a good Khatabook alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, while yearly revenue stays under $50K
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan users
    1 user + 1 accountant
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Standard plan
    $15/org/month billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional plan
    $40 per org/month billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Apps
    Mobile and desktop
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $15 per org/month billed annually (Standard)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plan
    $60 per org/month billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Extra users
    $3 per user/month, or $2.50 billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)