1. 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
Compared with Zoho Books
- Starts ₹449/mo cheaper (₹300/mo vs ₹749/mo)
Billing software · Alternatives
Best Zoho Books alternatives in India (2026)
Zoho Books is a billing software product from Zoho Corporation, Chennai, priced at ₹749/mo with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 14 have a free plan, 17 are built in India, and 15 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Zoho Books are Giddh (₹300/mo), Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks (₹999/mo), RealBooks (₹500/mo), Vyapar (₹291/mo) and Reach Accounting (₹1,000/mo). Giddh is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹208/month.
Why businesses look for a Zoho Books alternative
Cost
Zoho Books starts at ₹749/mo. 15 alternatives start lower or have a free plan.
A mobile app
Zoho Books does not list an Android app. 5 alternatives do.
Reported limitation
Annual invoice/bill caps per plan (1,000 on Free up to 1,00,000 on Elite/Ultimate)
Reported limitation
Extra users, locations, autoscans, expense claims and BillPay are paid add-ons
Reported limitation
Chat support only from Premium; Standard gets email support only
Zoho Books alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Zoho Books'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Zoho Books (current) | ₹749/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | — |
| 1 | Giddh | ₹300/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 2 |  Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks | ₹999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  RealBooks | ₹500/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 4 |  Vyapar | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.8/5 | vs Zoho Books |
| 5 |  Reach Accounting | ₹1,000/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 6 |  ClearOne by Clear | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | vs Zoho Books |
| 7 |  EZTax Billing | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 8 |  GimBooks | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 9 |  Refrens | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 10 |  myBillBook | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | vs Zoho Books |
| 11 |  Sleek Bill | ₹3,000/mo | Yes | Web, Windows | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 12 |  GSTZen Billing | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 13 |  Saral Billing | ₹6,000/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 14 |  Swipe | ₹208/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 15 |  QuickBooks Online | ₹1,500/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 16 |  ProfitBooks | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 17 |  FreshBooks | ₹1,600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 18 |  Wave Accounting | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 19 |  Groflex | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 20 |  Quick Bill | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 |
Top 10 Zoho Books alternatives in detail
2. Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks
HostBooks · Gurugram · Billing software · 4.5/5
Cloud accounting, GST, TDS and Tally-on-cloud for SMEs and CAs.
₹999/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho Books
- No free plan, unlike Zoho Books
- Starts ₹250/mo higher (₹999/mo vs ₹749/mo)
3. RealBooks
Adansa Solutions · Kolkata · Billing software · 4.6/5
Online accounting with GST, multi-branch and CA collaboration.
₹500/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho Books
- No free plan, unlike Zoho Books
- Starts ₹249/mo cheaper (₹500/mo vs ₹749/mo)
4. 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 Zoho Books
- Starts ₹458/mo cheaper (₹291/mo vs ₹749/mo)
- 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
5. Reach Accounting
Reach Accountant · Chennai · Billing software · 4.6/5
Cloud accounting ERP with industry editions for retail, services and manufacturing.
₹1,000/mo
Free trial
Compared with Zoho Books
- No free plan, unlike Zoho Books
- Starts ₹251/mo higher (₹1,000/mo vs ₹749/mo)
6. ClearOne by Clear
Clear (ClearTax) · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.7/5
GST invoicing and billing from ClearTax with e-invoicing and payment collection.
Free plan
Free plan available
Key features
- GST-compliant invoices in about a minute
- E-way bills
- Delivery challans and other documents
- Share via WhatsApp, email, SMS
- UPI and net banking collection
7. EZTax Billing
EZTax · Hyderabad · Billing software · 4.6/5
GST billing, accounting and tax filing in one app.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Books
- Also available on Android, iOS
8. GimBooks
GimBooks · New Delhi · Billing software · 4.6/5
Mobile GST invoicing and bookkeeping app for small businesses.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Books
- Also available on Android, iOS
9. 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
10. myBillBook
FloBiz · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.7/5
GST billing and inventory app with e-invoicing, payment reminders and business reports.
₹291/mo
Free plan available
Compared with Zoho Books
- Starts ₹458/mo cheaper (₹291/mo vs ₹749/mo)
- Also available on Android, iOS
Zoho Books alternatives by what you need
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How to choose a Zoho Books 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.
Zoho Books alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Zoho Books in 2026?+
The closest matches to Zoho Books on App Advisor are Giddh (₹300/mo), Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks (₹999/mo), RealBooks (₹500/mo). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Zoho Books, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Zoho Books?+
Yes. 14 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Giddh (₹300/mo), Vyapar (₹291/mo), ClearOne by Clear (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to Zoho Books?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Swipe starts lowest at ₹208/mo, compared with ₹749/mo for Zoho Books. Giddh also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to Zoho Books?+
Yes. 17 alternatives are built in India, including Giddh (₹300/mo), Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks (₹999/mo), RealBooks (₹500/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Zoho Books vs Giddh: which is better?+
Giddh is the closest match to Zoho Books in our catalogue. Key differences: Starts ₹449/mo cheaper (₹300/mo vs ₹749/mo). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Zoho Books alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in billing software or a category Zoho Books also covers, and Zoho Corporation'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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