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InvoiceBloom

$0 — free forever

Unlimited invoices, everything included

Best For:

  • Users who value speed and simplicity
  • Freelancers who send many invoices
  • Those who want invoicing without an accounting suite
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Wave

Free

Ad-supported, payment processing fees apply

Best For:

  • Businesses needing free accounting
  • Users who want receipt scanning
  • Those who want bookkeeping features built in
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Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Feature InvoiceBloom Wave
Core
Invoice Creation
PDF Generation
Email Invoices
Client Management
Payment Tracking
Customization
Multiple Templates Limited
Custom Branding
Advanced
Recurring Invoices
Time Tracking
Expense Tracking
Full Accounting
Platform
Mobile App
API Access

Pricing Comparison

InvoiceBloom

$0

free forever

  • Unlimited invoices
  • Unlimited clients
  • No per-invoice fees
  • Nothing to cancel — it's free

Wave

Free

Ad-supported, payment processing fees apply

  • More features included
  • Higher learning curve
  • May have client limits

InvoiceBloom costs $0/year — unlimited invoices, every feature included. The only charge is an optional 0.5% platform fee when a client pays you online through Stripe.

Why people choose InvoiceBloom over Wave

Lightning Fast

Create and send invoices without wrestling a template. No bloated features slowing you down.

Simple Pricing

One price, unlimited invoices. No confusing tiers, no hidden fees, no surprises.

Focused on invoicing

InvoiceBloom is built around fast invoicing, sending, and payment tracking—without extra accounting complexity.

InvoiceBloom vs Wave FAQ

Is InvoiceBloom better than Wave?

It depends on your needs. Wave bundles free accounting features; InvoiceBloom is faster and simpler for pure invoicing. InvoiceBloom excels at simple, fast invoicing — completely free, while Wave offers more features at a higher price point.

How much does InvoiceBloom cost compared to Wave?

InvoiceBloom is 100% free — unlimited invoicing with every feature included. Wave ad-supported, payment processing fees apply at Free.

Can I switch from Wave to InvoiceBloom?

Yes! You can start using InvoiceBloom immediately. Create your account, add your clients, and start sending invoices the same day. There's no data import needed - just start fresh with a cleaner, simpler system.

Does InvoiceBloom have all the features of Wave?

InvoiceBloom focuses on doing invoicing well rather than being a full accounting suite. If you primarily need to create and send invoices, InvoiceBloom has everything you need. For full accounting, expense tracking, or payroll, Wave may be a better fit.

Which is easier to use: InvoiceBloom or Wave?

InvoiceBloom is designed for simplicity - there is nothing to configure before your first invoice. Wave has more features but comes with a steeper learning curve. For freelancers who just need invoicing, InvoiceBloom is typically faster to get started with.

Ready to try the simpler alternative?

InvoiceBloom is 100% free — unlimited invoices, every feature included, no credit card required.

No credit card required. 100% free — unlimited invoices.