Invoicing

Xero

Cloud accounting software for small businesses

Visit Xero Free trial available 4.6 / 5
Reviewed by The Search Business Software Editorial Team Updated 2026-06-01

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Overview

Xero is the leading QuickBooks alternative outside North America and is gaining fast in the US. Unlimited users on every plan, clean bank feeds, and deep integrations with Jobber, ServiceM8, Simpro, and FieldPulse make it a natural pick for trade businesses.

Pros

  • Unlimited users on every plan
  • Clean bank reconciliation
  • Huge app marketplace
  • Strong multi-currency

Cons

  • Fewer US accountants know it than QuickBooks
  • Payroll is add-on in the US
  • Cheapest plan caps invoices

Best for

Small trade businesses who want a modern QuickBooks alternative.

Key features

InvoicingBank feedsReportingMulti-currencyApp marketplace

Industries Xero supports

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