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Refrens alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll accounting and invoicing software

Top picks

  • Zoho Books logo

    Best overall

    Zoho Books

    Starting price: $15 per org/month billed annually (Standard)

  • Vyapar logo

    Best free option

    Vyapar

    Starting price: ₹699 a year (Silver, mobile)

Common reasons people leave Refrens: free use ends after 15 documents, and gateway fee charged on payments collected through Refrens. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Refrens, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Zoho Books currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Zoho Books logoZoho BooksFree plan + paid$15 per org/month billed annually (Standard)NoWeb, Windows, macOS +28 of 868.8
2Vyapar logoVyaparFree plan + paid₹699 a year (Silver, mobile)NoAndroid, iOS, Windows9 of 964.8
3myBillBook logomyBillBookPaid₹3,490 a year, billed annually (Plus)NoAndroid, iOS, Web +16 of 661.8
4TallyPrime logoTallyPrimePaid₹750 a month + 18% GST (Silver rental)NoWindows7 of 759.4
5Zoho Invoice logoZoho InvoiceFree—NoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 357.5
6Invoice Ninja logoInvoice NinjaFree plan + paid$14 a month billed monthly, or $140 a year (Pro)NoWeb, Windows, macOS +47 of 854.6
  1. Zoho Books logo

    1. Zoho BooksTop pick

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

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

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Refrens

    Mature cloud accounting with GST filing and a wider app ecosystem from Zoho.

    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 ×0.3100
    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 Zoho Books a good Refrens 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)
  2. Vyapar logo

    2. Vyapar

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

    Free plan + paidAndroid, iOS, Windows

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Refrens

    Popular Indian GST billing app with offline desktop use and inventory.

    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 Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    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 Refrens 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)
  3. myBillBook logo

    3. myBillBook

    Best for: Indian retailers and wholesalers who want GST billing synced across phone, web and PC

    PaidAndroid, iOS, Web, Windows

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Refrens

    Mobile-first GST billing and stock app for Indian small businesses.

    Pros

    • Runs on Android, iOS, web and desktop with live sync
    • GSTR reports and Tally export for the accountant
    • Accountant access included in every plan
    • Seven-day money-back guarantee

    Cons

    • No permanent free plan
    • Desktop app and godowns need the Pro plan
    • E-invoicing and POS only on the top tier
    Visit myBillBook Details 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 myBillBook a good Refrens alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Starting price
    ₹3,490 a year, billed annually (Plus)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026mybillbook.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Android, iOS, web, desktop
    Checked Nov 8, 2026mybillbook.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    7 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026mybillbook.in(opens source in a new tab)
    GST reports
    GSTR-1, GSTR-2, GSTR-3B
    Checked Nov 8, 2026mybillbook.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    ₹3,990 a year, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026mybillbook.in(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro Max plan
    From ₹570 a month, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026mybillbook.in(opens source in a new tab)
  4. TallyPrime logo

    4. TallyPrime

    Best for: Indian SMEs that need GST compliance, inventory and an accountant who knows Tally

    PaidWindows

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Refrens

    The standard accounting package Indian accountants know, for full books.

    Pros

    • Covers GST, e-invoicing and inventory in one package
    • Huge pool of trained accountants in India
    • Lifetime licence option instead of only subscriptions

    Cons

    • Windows desktop first; cloud access is a paid add-on
    • Dated interface with a keyboard-heavy learning curve
    • Mainly suited to India and nearby markets
    Visit TallyPrime Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 TallyPrime a good Refrens alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Starting price
    ₹750 a month + 18% GST (Silver rental)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Editions
    Silver and Gold, rental or lifetime
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
    GST filing
    Supported
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cloud access
    Available
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Silver lifetime price
    ₹22,500 + 18% GST
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Gold plan
    ₹2,250 a month + 18% GST (rental)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Gold lifetime price
    ₹67,500 + 18% GST
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tallysolutions.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Zoho Invoice logo

    5. Zoho Invoice

    Best for: Freelancers and small businesses that only need invoicing and want it free

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Refrens

    Free invoicing from Zoho with no document limit, if you only need invoices.

    Pros

    • Free with recurring invoices and reminders
    • Time and expense tracking for billable work
    • Easy upgrade path to Zoho Books

    Cons

    • Not full accounting: no bank reconciliation or ledgers
    • Payment gateway fees still apply
    • Best value only if you stay in Zoho
    Visit Zoho Invoice 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 Invoice a good Refrens alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Price
    Free for small businesses
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cost
    $0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Recurring invoices
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Invoice Ninja logo

    6. Invoice Ninja

    Best for: Freelancers and small firms that want flexible invoicing and the option to self-host

    Free plan + paidSelf-hostableWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Self-hosted

    54.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Refrens

    Open-source invoicing you can self-host, for freelancers outside India.

    Pros

    • Self-host option alongside the hosted service
    • Many payment gateways and a client portal
    • Low-priced paid plans

    Cons

    • Not full accounting: no ledger or reconciliation
    • Source-available licence, not standard open source
    • Free hosted plan is limited to five clients
    Visit Invoice Ninja Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1591
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Invoice Ninja a good Refrens alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 8 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 5 clients
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro plan
    $14/month billed monthly
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Code licence
    Source-available
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    200,000+ businesses
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Source changed Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $14 a month billed monthly, or $140 a year (Pro)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Enterprise plan
    From $18 a month (1–2 users)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invoiceninja.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Refrens alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Zoho Books logo

Best Refrens alternative for most people

Zoho Books

Mature cloud accounting with GST filing and a wider app ecosystem from Zoho.

Zoho Invoice logo

Best Refrens alternative for a free option

Zoho Invoice

Free invoicing from Zoho with no document limit, if you only need invoices.

Vyapar logo

Best Refrens alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Vyapar

Popular Indian GST billing app with offline desktop use and inventory.

Invoice Ninja logo

Best Refrens alternative for self-hosting

Invoice Ninja

Open-source invoicing you can self-host, for freelancers outside India.

Zoho Books logo

Best Refrens alternative for Mac

Zoho Books

Mature cloud accounting with GST filing and a wider app ecosystem from Zoho.

myBillBook logo

Best Refrens alternative for Windows

myBillBook

Mobile-first GST billing and stock app for Indian small businesses.

Invoice Ninja logo

Best Refrens alternative for Linux

Invoice Ninja

Open-source invoicing you can self-host, for freelancers outside India.

Zoho Books logo

Best Refrens alternative for iPhone and Android

Zoho Books

Mature cloud accounting with GST filing and a wider app ecosystem from Zoho.

Zoho Books logo

Best Refrens alternative for working in the browser

Zoho Books

Mature cloud accounting with GST filing and a wider app ecosystem from Zoho.

Refrens alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Refrens?

Zoho Books ranks first right now. Mature cloud accounting with GST filing and a wider app ecosystem from Zoho. Vyapar and myBillBook follow it in our ranking.

Refrens vs Zoho Books: what's the difference?

Both Refrens and Zoho Books are free with paid plans. Only Zoho Books runs on Windows and macOS.

Is Refrens free?

Refrens is free with paid plans. Free plan: 15 documents. Checked on Refrens's own site, November 2026.

How much do Refrens alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Refrens alternatives: Zoho Books, $15 per org/month billed annually (Standard); Vyapar, ₹699 a year (Silver, mobile); myBillBook, ₹3,490 a year, billed annually (Plus); TallyPrime, ₹750 a month + 18% GST (Silver rental); Invoice Ninja, $14 a month billed monthly, or $140 a year (Pro). Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Refrens?

Yes. Zoho Books (free plan + paid), Vyapar (free plan + paid), Zoho Invoice (free) and Invoice Ninja (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Refrens?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Refrens alternatives work on Linux?

Invoice Ninja runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Refrens?

The complaints we hear most: free use ends after 15 documents; gateway fee charged on payments collected through Refrens; compliance features are mostly specific to India.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Refrens, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.