About
Overview
Wave is a free, cloud-based accounting software designed for small businesses and freelancers. It focuses on core features: invoicing, accounting, and receipt scanning, while monetizing through optional add-ons like credit card processing and payroll.
Pricing & Free Tier
Free Tier: Yes. 100% free for core accounting and invoicing features.
Pro Plan: $16/month. Adds advanced customer management and double-entry accounting.
Payments: 2.9% + $0.60 per transaction (Stripe-powered).
How to Use
- Create an account at waveapps.com.
- Connect your bank accounts to import transactions.
- Create an invoice and send it directly to clients.
- Download the mobile app to snap photos of receipts and match them to transactions.
Important Notes
- No Inventory Tracking: Wave does not support advanced inventory management.
- Support: Since it is free, live human support is limited. You rely mostly on their help center and community forums.