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QuickBooks vs Wave Accounting

Wave publishes an official 'QuickBooks alternative' comparison page targeting free/low-cost small business accounting.

Direct competitorRelationship source ↗Verified September 25, 2026

Accounting software for bookkeeping, invoicing, expenses, and reporting.

Categories
Accounting
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Current official plans

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Wave Accounting

Wave Financial Inc. (H&R Block)

Free cloud accounting and invoicing platform for small businesses, owned by H&R Block, with paid add-ons for payments, payroll and bookkeeping.

Categories
Accounting
Published pricing
Free plan available
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Not rated yet
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Current official plans

StarterFree

No subscription fee; per-transaction card processing fee (2.9% + $0.60) applies to payments, not a subscription cost.

Plan verified September 25, 2026 · Vendor source ↗

Pro (annual)$190/yr

Billed as one annual lump sum of $190 USD/year (works out to ~$15.83/mo). Excludes payment processing fees.

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Pro$19/mo

Standard monthly price in USD; a limited-time $9.50/mo promo for 3 months was excluded. Excludes payment processing fees.

Plan verified September 25, 2026 · Vendor source ↗

Wave AdvisorsFrom $149/mo

Starting price; includes Pro plan features plus a dedicated bookkeeper. Actual price varies by engagement.

Plan verified September 25, 2026 · Vendor source ↗

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