While both Simple Invoices and Zoho Invoice are business invoicing platforms that serve small businesses and independent contractors, they take different tacks when it comes to managing their businesses and creating invoices.
While Simple Invoices provides basic invoicing features, it is devoid of crucial features such as automated payment reminders, time and mileage tracking and expense tracking. With these features, Zoho Invoice provides a comprehensive solution, making it an all-inclusive business solution.
Simple Invoices offers affordability with a free plan and multiple pricing tiers While Zoho Invoice provides a paid plan with customized pricing for enterprise needs. A wider range of features and integration options within the Zoho ecosystem are provided by both platforms.
Both Zoho Invoice and Simple Invoice have intuitive user interfaces with sophisticated features and easy navigation. With iOS and Android apps for creating and managing invoices, estimates, receipts and tracking expenses both services are mobile accessible.
Simple Invoices manages credit card and PayPal payment processing and integrates with CRM, Xero, FreshBooks and QuickBooks. Numerous payment gateways and native ecosystem connectivity are provided by Zoho Invoice.
Zoho Invoice provides enterprise-level security and cloud-based backups while Simple Invoices lacks security features like data encryption and GDPR compliance, making it inappropriate for companies handling sensitive financial data or regulated industries.
Simple Invoices provides limited round-the-clock support through community forums and documentation whereas Zoho Invoice provides expert help through phone, chat and email along with an extensive help center.
While Zoho Invoice‘s comprehensive platform offers integrated business management, improved security and growth planning at a higher cost, Simple Invoices is appropriate for businesses that are primarily focused on invoicing.
Simple Invoices | Zoho Invoice | |
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Core Features | ||
Custom Templates | Yes | Yes – Multiple customizable templates with logo and branding |
Send Estimates/Quotations | Information is not available | Yes |
Recurring Billing Automation | Yes | Yes |
Expense Tracking | No | Yes |
Time Tracking | No | Yes |
Mileage Tracking | No | Yes |
Automated Payment Reminders | No | Yes |
Project-Based Billing | Yes | Yes |
Tax Handling | Yes | Yes |
User Permissions/Role Management | Yes | Yes |
File Uploads | Yes | Yes |
Pricing and Plans | ||
Free Plan Availability | Yes | Yes |
Pricing Range | Web: $15/month (all features, unlimited usage) Mobile App tiers: $6.99/month Essentials (Premium $15) Hosted platform: $99/month or $999/year (unlimited & email support) |
Standard: $29/month Premium: $69/month Custom |
Trial Period | 14 days | Free plan serves as extended trial |
User Limits | Hosted Platform: Unlimited users Other Subscription: Not specified |
Varies by plan – Free plan supports basic needs |
Client Limits | Unlimited | Unlimited clients on free plan |
Storage Limits | Information is not available | Cloud-based storage, synced across devices |
Payment Processing Fees | Stripe: 2.9% + $0.30 per card charge PayPal: 3.49% + $0.49 per transaction |
Standard payment gateway fees apply |
Ease of Use | ||
User Interface | Simple | Simple – Easy-to-use interface |
Onboarding Experience | Simple Invoices Forum, User Guides, Installation and Setup Guides | Yes |
Mobile App Availability | iOS and Android | iOS and Android |
Mobile App Functionality | Invoice Creation & Management, Estimates & Receipts, Expense Tracking | Full functionality – Send invoices and reminders from mobile |
Integration | ||
Payment Gateways Supported | Credit cards, PayPal | Multiple payment gateways supported for online payments |
Accounting Software Compatibility | QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks | Connects to Zoho Ecosystem and other apps |
CRM Integration | HoneyBook, Pipedrive, Salesforce | Native Zoho CRM, third-party CRMs via API |
API Availability | Invoice Ninja (Alternative tools with API) | Yes |
Reporting & Analytics | ||
Bank Connections | No | No |
Pre-Built Financial Reports | Yes | Yes |
Custom Report Creation | Yes | Yes |
Security & Compliance | ||
Dashboard Metrics | Yes | Yes |
Data Encryption | No | Yes |
GDPR Compliance | No | Yes |
Backup Options | Manual | Automatic – Cloud-based with device sync |
Customer Support | ||
Support Channels | Community Forums, Documentation | Email, Chat, Phone support |
Help Center/Knowledge Base | Yes | Yes |
24/7 Support | No | Limited |
Adaptability | ||
Multi-Currency Support | Yes | Yes |
Localization | English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese | Yes |
Industry-Specific Customization | No | Yes |
Scalability | Freelancers/Small Businesses | Freelancers to SMBs – Ideal for small businesses |
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