Can I open-source FreshBooks?
YES · mature open-source replacementYes. ERPNext (38k stars), Invoice Ninja (9k stars), Dolibarr (8k stars) are mature open-source replacements for FreshBooks — self-host with real ops work and stop paying $23/mo.
They pay because client billing needs to look professional and survive audit/accountant handoff.
xpayment collection
xbank imports
xaccounting reports
xclient portal
xmobile apps
xtax workflows
xsupport
These projects already replace it, free.
EERPNextAccounting, invoices, expenses, time and payment requests in one ERP; simplicity did not survive the migration.open source↗IInvoice NinjaInvoicing, quotes, expenses, and time tracking for freelancers who'd rather not pay monthly.open source↗DDolibarrInvoices, expenses, time, payments and a real ledger; it looks more back office than front page.open source↗What each one is, in full: ERPNext · Invoice Ninja
all 5 open-source alternatives to FreshBooks →· no votes, no pay-to-list · just what's real
FreshBooks pricing
| plan | monthly | annual (per mo) | what you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| lite | $23/workspace | $20.70/workspace | Bill up to 5 clients |
| plus | $43/workspace | $38.70/workspace | Bill up to 50 clients |
| premium | $70/workspace | $63/workspace | Unlimited billable clients |
| select | custom | — | Unlimited billable clients; 2 team-member accounts included; custom support and payment terms |
free tierno free tier; 30-day trial only
billingmonthly + annual (annual is an additional 10% lower than standard monthly rates)
hidden costsCurrent 90%-off-for-3-months prices are introductory, after which rates return to $23/$43/$70. Extra team members cost $11/user/month; Advanced Payments is $20/month; payroll starts at $40/month plus $6/person.
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Can I open-source FreshBooks?
Yes. ERPNext replaces FreshBooks today — self-host it on your own server or machine with no subscription. The full list of open-source alternatives is on this page.
How much does FreshBooks cost?
FreshBooks costs about $23/month (Lite, checked 2026-07-30), which is $276 per year. That's what you save by replacing it with open source.
What do I lose by replacing FreshBooks?
Honestly: payment collection; bank imports; accounting reports; client portal; mobile apps; tax workflows; support. If any of those are load-bearing for you, keep paying.
Is there an open-source alternative to FreshBooks?
Yes: ERPNext (Accounting, invoices, expenses, time and payment requests in one ERP; simplicity did not survive the migration.) Invoice Ninja (Invoicing, quotes, expenses, and time tracking for freelancers who'd rather not pay monthly.) Dolibarr (Invoices, expenses, time, payments and a real ledger; it looks more back office than front page.) All 5 curated open-source alternatives are at caniopensourceit.online/freshbooks/alternatives.