1. Groflex
Groflex · Chennai · Billing software · 4.4/5
Cloud invoicing, inventory and accounting for growing businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
Billing software · Alternatives
Best ProfitBooks alternatives in India (2027)
ProfitBooks is a billing software product from ProfitBooks, Pune, priced at Free plan with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 18 have a free plan, 19 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to ProfitBooks are Groflex (Free plan), Marg ERP (One-time licence from ₹5,550 + 18% GST), Refrens (Free plan), Zoho Books (₹749/mo) and Zoho Inventory (₹999/mo). Groflex is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹208/month.
Why businesses look for a ProfitBooks alternative
A mobile app
ProfitBooks does not list an Android app. 5 alternatives do.
Reported limitation
Bank reconciliation relies on CSV or Excel imports, not live bank feeds
Reported limitation
Invoicing pages make no mention of e-invoice or e-way bill generation
Reported limitation
GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B reports are missing from the free Startup plan
ProfitBooks alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches ProfitBooks's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | ProfitBooks (current) | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | — |
| 1 | Groflex | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 2 |  Marg ERP | One-time licence from ₹5,550 + 18% GST | No | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 3 |  Refrens | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 4 |  Zoho Books | ₹749/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 5 |  Zoho Inventory | ₹999/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 6 |  Vyapar | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 7 |  Giddh | ₹300/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 8 |  Wave Accounting | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 9 |  Quick Bill | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 10 |  Eatinsta | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 11 |  Rise Route | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 12 |  Reach Accounting | ₹1,000/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 13 |  myBillBook | Rs 399/year · Silver (Android app only); excl. GST | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 14 |  ClearOne by Clear | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 15 |  Swipe | ₹208/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 16 |  Invoicera | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 17 |  OkCredit | Free · Paid packs from Rs 30 per 30 days | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 18 |  Dukanam | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 19 |  Bill Free | Free (10 bills) · Standard ₹16,999/yr + GST | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 20 |  EZTax Billing | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 |
Top 10 ProfitBooks alternatives in detail
2. Marg ERP
Marg ERP · New Delhi · Billing software · 4.7/5
Billing, inventory and accounting ERP with pharma, FMCG and retail editions.
One-time licence from ₹5,550 + 18% GST
Free trial
Compared with ProfitBooks
- No free plan, unlike ProfitBooks
Key features
- GST counter billing with barcode scanning
- Touch-screen POS for retail
- Invoices sent on WhatsApp with payment reminders
- Live customer credit limit alerts during billing
- Batch-wise and expiry tracking
3. Refrens
Refrens Internet · Mumbai · Billing software · 4.6/5
Free invoicing, quotations and accounting with a lead-management layer for freelancers and agencies.
Free plan
Free plan available
Key features
- GST invoice, quotation and proforma invoice generators
- Purchase orders, delivery challans, credit and debit notes
- Recurring invoices and automated payment reminders
- Sharing by WhatsApp, email, link or PDF
- Multi-currency invoicing
4. Zoho Books
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Billing software · 4.8/5
GST-ready cloud accounting with e-invoicing, e-way bills and bank feeds.
₹749/mo
Free plan available
Key features
- Quotes and sales orders
- Invoicing
- Automated payment collections
- Payment gateway integration
- Purchase orders
5. Zoho Inventory
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Billing software · 4.6/5
Order and stock management across warehouses and sales channels.
₹999/mo
Free plan available
Key features
- Multi-warehouse management
- Serial and batch tracking
- Barcode scanning
- Bin locations (Premium and above)
- Sales orders and fulfilment
6. Vyapar
Simply Vyapar Apps · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.8/5
Mobile-first GST billing, inventory and accounting app for small traders and shops.
₹291/mo
Free plan available
Compared with ProfitBooks
- Also available on Android, iOS
Key features
- GST and non-GST invoices
- 200+ theme combinations for invoices
- Add signature, UPI QR code and terms on invoices
- Quick Billing (POS system)
- MRP-based billing
7. Giddh
Walkover Web Solutions · Indore · Billing software · 4.6/5
Cloud accounting and GST billing with multi-currency and bank reconciliation.
₹300/mo
Free plan available
Key features
- Ledger-based entries without voucher screens
- Bank reconciliation
- Multi-currency with automatic conversion
- Daybook, sales and purchase registers, financial statements
- Up to 100 companies, multiple branches and warehouses
8. Wave Accounting
Wave Financial · Toronto · Billing software · 4.4/5
Free invoicing and accounting for small businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
9. Quick Bill
Quick Bill · Pune · Billing software · 4.5/5
GST invoicing with inventory and reports for small businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
10. Eatinsta
Eatinsta · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.4/5
EatInsta POS offers an advanced billing, inventory, and online ordering solution for restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and food businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
ProfitBooks alternatives by what you need
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Free ProfitBooks alternatives
Indian alternatives to ProfitBooks
How to choose a ProfitBooks alternative
- Confirm e-invoicing and e-way bill support explicitly, and check the thresholds against your turnover — these are separate features from ordinary GST invoicing, and vendors often blur the distinction in marketing copy.
- Check how it handles your item structure. A business selling garments in a size-and-colour matrix has a very different requirement from one selling ten SKUs.
- Ask about Tally. Most Indian accountants still work in Tally, and a clean export or two-way sync will save arguments at filing time.
ProfitBooks alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to ProfitBooks in 2027?+
The closest matches to ProfitBooks on App Advisor are Groflex (Free plan), Marg ERP (One-time licence from ₹5,550 + 18% GST), Refrens (Free plan). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match ProfitBooks, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to ProfitBooks?+
Yes. 18 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Groflex (Free plan), Refrens (Free plan), Zoho Books (₹749/mo). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to ProfitBooks?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Swipe starts lowest at ₹208/mo. Groflex also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to ProfitBooks?+
Yes. 19 alternatives are built in India, including Groflex (Free plan), Marg ERP (One-time licence from ₹5,550 + 18% GST), Refrens (Free plan). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
ProfitBooks vs Groflex: which is better?+
Groflex is the closest match to ProfitBooks in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these ProfitBooks alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in billing software or a category ProfitBooks also covers, and ProfitBooks's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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