FreshBooks pricing (2026): plans, costs and is it worth it?
Here is exactly what FreshBooks costs in 2026, plan by plan. FreshBooks sits in the invoicing & accounting space and offers paid plans only, with the paid tiers laid out below from its public pricing page.
Built around getting invoices out and paid, ideal for service-based solopreneurs. FreshBooks is a paid tool, so plan to buy in once you have validated fit. Invoicing-first accounting built for freelancers and service businesses; very easy time tracking, proposals and client billing.
Plans & pricing tiers
| Plan | Price (approx.) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Lite | ~$23/mo | Up to 5 billable clients |
| Plus | ~$43/mo | Up to 50 clients, double-entry |
| Premium | ~$70/mo | Unlimited clients |
| Select | custom | Dedicated account manager |
Figures are compiled from public plans and independent reviews; treat them as a guide and verify live pricing with the vendor.
Prices verified 2026-06-28 from public vendor pricing. Plans and prices change — always confirm on the vendor's own site. No price here is guaranteed.
What you're paying for
Here is what your subscription actually buys with FreshBooks across its plans:
- Invoicing-first workflow with recurring invoices and payment reminders
- Built-in time tracking and project/proposal tools
- Expense tracking and double-entry accounting on higher tiers
- Client portal for billing and approvals
- Add-on payroll and advanced payments
Which capabilities land on which plan depends on the tier, so use the table above to match features to budget.
Which plan to pick
FreshBooks is built for freelancers and small service businesses focused on invoicing and time billing. That points most buyers to the Lite plan (~$23/mo) as a starting point, with a step up only when service businesses forces it.
Is FreshBooks worth it?
Paid access starts at roughly $19 per month. Most buyers focused on freelancers land on the entry or mid tier; the jump to a higher plan tends to be about service businesses rather than core features. Budget-conscious buyers should price the entry tier against competitors before deciding.
Pricing watch-outs
- Lite plan caps billable clients at 5; Plus at 50.
- Extra team members cost ~$11/mo each.
- FreshBooks Payments charges 2.9% + $0.30 per Visa/Mastercard/Discover, 3.5% + $0.30 for Amex, 1% for US ACH.
- Annual billing applies a ~10% discount.
Drawn from independent reviews and the vendor's own plan details (see sources below).
FreshBooks keeps pricing relatively flat per tier, so the main decision is which plan's features you need rather than how heavily you'll use it.
Pricing FAQ
Does FreshBooks have a free plan?
FreshBooks is a paid tool without a standing free plan; check its site for any current trial or money-back window.
How much does FreshBooks cost?
Its cheapest paid plan, Lite, lists at ~$23/mo. Paid access starts at roughly $19 per month. The exact bill depends on billing cycle and how many seats or how much usage you need.
Is there a cheaper alternative to FreshBooks?
Yes — several invoicing & accounting tools do the same job at lower entry prices; our FreshBooks alternatives roundup compares them side by side.
Does FreshBooks offer custom or enterprise pricing?
Its top tier is quoted directly rather than listed, so larger teams should contact the vendor for a tailored figure; the public tiers below cover most smaller buyers.
Which FreshBooks plan should I choose?
If you fit that profile, begin on the Lite plan (~$23/mo) and upgrade later, when service businesses becomes a real constraint.
Sources
We pulled the FreshBooks pricing and feature details here from these primary and third-party sources: