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Editorially selected

Alternatives to Sage Accounting

Each of these is here for a specific reason, and the reason is stated. They are not simply the other products in the same category.

Xero

4.3
#1

Better daily experience and unlimited users, at the cost of manual eFiling capture.

R330per month, from

Zoho Books

4.2
#2

More capability for less money, if your accountant is comfortable outside Sage.

Freefree plan available

QuickBooks Online

4.0
#3

Stronger reporting at a similar price, with weaker bank feed reliability.

R290per month, from

Sage 50cloud Pastel

3.9
#4

The step up when inventory outgrows a small business ledger.

R520per month, from

Side by side

Sage Accounting against the top alternative

How Sage Accounting compares to Xero on every rating dimension.

RatingSage AccountingXero
Overall4.24.3, higher
Ease of use4.04.3, higher
Value for money4.14.2, higher
Customer service3.94.1, higher
Functionality4.14.3, higher
Reviews412386