Wave Accounting pricing: tiers, seat costs, and hidden fees
Free accounting and invoicing tool for very small businesses, monetized through credit card processing and a paid Pro tier.
Public pricing tiers
Wave Accounting cost calculator
For 10 seats on Pro, current public pricing implies $16 per month when annual pricing is available, or $19 month-to-month.
Hidden fees and quote risks
- Credit card processing 2.9% plus $0.60 per transaction
- American Express 3.4% plus $0.60
- Receipt capture $11/month on Starter
- Payroll add-on from $25/month
Enterprise notes
Wave Advisors bookkeeping service starts at $149-199/month for full-service support.
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Pricing changes frequently. Confirm directly with the vendor before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Wave Accounting cost?
Wave Accounting pricing depends on its Freemium accounting with payment processing fees. The page lists public tiers and flags custom or usage-based items that require vendor confirmation.
What is the main hidden fee risk for Wave Accounting?
Credit card processing 2.9% plus $0.60 per transaction
Which Wave Accounting alternatives should buyers compare?
FreshBooks, QuickBooks Online, Zoho Books, GnuCash are the closest alternatives most procurement teams compare against Wave Accounting.