Overview
Zoho Books is cloud-based accounting software that includes integrated time tracking and invoicing capabilities. The platform is best for freelancers and small businesses making under $50K USD annually, with strong automation features and integration with the broader Zoho ecosystem.
Time Tracking & Billing Features
- Time Entry: Log billable and non-billable hours by project or client
- Expense Tracking: Record expenses and attach receipts
- Invoice Generation: Convert time entries and expenses into invoices automatically
- Project-based Billing: Track time and costs by project for accurate billing
- Multiple Billing Rates: Set different hourly rates for different services or clients
- Recurring Invoices: Automate regular client billing
Accounting Capabilities
- Bank reconciliation
- Financial reporting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Tax compliance (VAT, GST, sales tax)
- Multi-currency support
- Purchase order management
- Vendor bill management
Zoho Ecosystem Integration
Seamless integration with other Zoho apps:
- Zoho CRM for customer management
- Zoho Projects for project management
- Zoho Expense for expense reporting
- Zoho Inventory for inventory management
- Zoho Analytics for advanced reporting
Mobile Apps
iOS and Android apps allow time tracking and invoice management on the go.
International Features
- Thorough VAT support for European businesses
- Multi-currency transactions
- Multiple tax jurisdictions
- Localized versions for various countries
Pricing (2026)
- Free Plan: For organizations with annual revenue under $50,000
- Standard: $20/month for 3 users
- Professional: $50/month for 5 users
- Premium: $70/month for 10 users
- Elite: $150/month with advanced inventory
All plans include time tracking and invoicing features.
