Head to head · Accounting software
Frappe Books vs ERPNext
Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Frappe Books rates highest.
Frappe Books4.8
Free open-source desktop accounting for small businesses.
Made in IndiaFreeOpen source
| Compare | Frappe Books | ERPNext |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Accounting software | Accounting software |
| Vendor | Frappe Technologies | Frappe Technologies |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, Maharashtra | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Made in India | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | Free | Free plan |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Published pricing | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | desktop | cloud |
| Mobile apps | No | No |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Best for | Startup, Small business, SMB | Startup, Small business, SMB |
| App Advisor rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
Frappe Books: pros & cons
- +Completely free to use
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +18 years in business — a mature, stable product
- −Desktop-first, so remote access needs a cloud-hosting add-on
Key features
- Double-entry ledgers and trial balance
- GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and reconciliation
- Bank feeds and reconciliation
- TDS and TCS handling
- Balance sheet, P&L and cash flow
- Multi-company and multi-branch books
ERPNext: pros & cons
- +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
- +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
- +18 years in business — a mature, stable product
- +Covers more than one software category, reducing the number of tools you run
- −Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo
Key features
- Double-entry ledgers and trial balance
- GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B) and reconciliation
- Bank feeds and reconciliation
- TDS and TCS handling
- Balance sheet, P&L and cash flow
- Multi-company and multi-branch books
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Frappe Books or ERPNext?+
Frappe Books scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.8/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.
Is Frappe Books cheaper than ERPNext?+
Frappe Books starts at Free and ERPNext at Free plan. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.
Can I switch from Frappe Books to ERPNext?+
Most accounting software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.