Wave Accounting

Wave Accounting

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About

BILL (NYSE: BILL) is a leading financial operations platform for small and midsize businesses (SMBs). As a champion of SMBs, we are automating the future of finance so businesses can thrive. Our integrated platform helps businesses to more efficiently control their payables, receivables and spend and expense management. Hundreds of thousands of businesses rely on BILL’s proprietary member network of millions to pay or get paid faster. Headquartered in San Jose, California, BILL is a trusted partner of leading U.S. financial institutions, accounting firms, and accounting software providers. For more information, visit bill.com.

About

Powerful, free accounting software. Wave’s easy-to-use accounting software can connect your bank accounts, sync your expenses, balance your books, and get you ready for tax time. Start taking control of your finances today. We designed Wave for small business owners. No jargon, just easy software that makes sense. After creating your account, everything's set up so you can get started right away. Access it anywhere, any time. Your data is always available, and it’s backed up for extra peace of mind. Connect your bank accounts in seconds. The transactions will appear in your bookkeeping automatically, and you can say goodbye to manual receipt entry. Have an eye on the big picture so you can make better business decisions. Our robust reports are easy to use and show month-to-month or year-to-year comparisons so you can easily identify cash flow trends. When everything is neatly where it belongs, tax time is simple.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Organizations interested in a powerful solution to way to create and pay bills, send invoices, and get paid

Audience

Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and freelancers that need a powerful but free or low-cost accounting system

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$45 per user per month
AP: Starts at $45/user/month
Spend & Expense: $0/user/month
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

$35 per month
Free Plan, Pay-per-use Plan, and Monthly plan all offered.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.4 / 5
ease 4.6 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.4 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 3.3 / 5
ease 3.7 / 5
features 3.7 / 5
design 4.1 / 5
support 3.1 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • This is a great way to pay all our bills in one place from multiple sources. It is intuitive to use . You can set up two or three way approvals with this system to streamline your approval system.
  • I like how easy it is to add new invoices to be paid. Once the invoices are in the system it automatically matches them to vendors. This can help quicken the data entry process. It also allows us to maintain internal controls by allowing a remote worker to make the payments and separate the work. Being able to pay vendors via electronic fund transfers is great and the process to request the vendor set it up is easy on our end.
  • We are a small non-profit without a dedicated administration or accounting team, and bill.com has been a great way to easily pay invoices, even to international donors. Customer support has been prompt when we've had questions or need assistance.
  • I like that Bill.com connects to QuickBooks and is user-friendly for people who don't have extensive experience in accounting. The features are intuitive, and tech support is available via chat when I need it.
  • - The image processing feature works excellently, as soon as a new bill is uploaded, it is converted into digital text and saved. Makes it easy to save and forget bills.

Cons

  • They don't send out true remittances, only notifications. It would be nice if they notification included the invoice numbers being paid and all credits taken. Integration with Quickbooks Online is a little clunky and needs some work.
  • Sometimes I have to help vendors set up the electronic funds transfer information. It can be confusing on their end sometimes.
  • The paid service can be a bit pricey, but I have not found a cheaper alternative that allows for online approvals.
  • From an A/R perspective, it is cumbersome for customers to connect and pay their bills using the platform. If they made it possible to pay via credit card or bank transfer instead of going through so many steps to sign up, my customers would be happier to use bill.com to pay their bills.
  • - I would appreciate some data analytics on my past usage and some suggestions about how I can reduce the spending on some things.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Ease, look, my older business accounts are still free, even though my newest one I have to pay for, imports from bank back to 365 days! I honestly can't say anything else good about Wave.
  • It is free easy to use. It takes a lot to set it up but the invoicing and ease of payment for clients is great.
  • This is probably the best self-employed, low budget accounting solution available on the market because you can't beat the price (FREE).
  • We could manage the accounting for our small business until we couldn't. The software worked until it didn't.
  • What I love about Wave is that the accounting and reports, sending invoices, receipt scanning and email support all included for FREE. You cant beat that!

Cons

  • Disconnects from bank too often, updates crash account, and recently last update messed up all my accounts so badly that I am now forced to look for a different company bcuz Wave blames it on my bank and won't assist me. Customer Service is horrible and all of it is online, chat which makes it virtually impossible to get anything done - why can't a company get access to my computer to assist, or just have free phone technical support? With this last update, they added Tags and Perks. All my bank accounts disconnected in all three of my business accounts (not my credit card accounts thought). When I reconnected, one: none of my bank accounts are showing the last 3-4 digits so I have no idea which ones to connect now to which business w/out much, much effort, two: when I did import the bank accounts Wave is now combining all transactions between both bank accounts and not in the correct one, and not showing the correct balance in all of them, three: I deleted the bank accounts and reconnected over and over and over and over again, different ways without success to the point I decided to delete the incorrect transactions in the different accounts, only now, when I deleted those transactions, then deleted the bank account to reconnect in hopes with would work, now ALL these deleted transactions won't even transport now - EVEN THOUGH Wave is still showing the correct balances! Fourth: Now with a company bank connection, Wave is asking for a Company ID number - what the heck is this, where can I find it, and if you don't have a Company ID number Wave does not allow the connection!
  • This year this software has disappointed me it has lost bank connections and then tripled the transactions I am not happy and am looking for something that works better. The financial statements are not very professional looking. It does not always remember the proper place to put things and so you really have to be careful reviewing process has to be intense. I am not sure that I will continue to use it after the mess this year still working on fixing the messes. If you have more than one person as admin it screws it up so bad.
  • The reports are not nuanced. You won't get a P&L detail or a P&L by month across multiple months...the rules are not very dynamic.
  • Zero respect for the criticality of a businesses accounting systems and data
  • Well if you have to pick something to dislike about a FREE software I guess I'd have to say I dislike that Wave seemed so new and they are constantly updating and I'm always losing where things are kept. I have a terrible memory!

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Company Information

BILL
Founded: 2006
United States
www.bill.com

Company Information

Wave Financial
Founded: 2009
Canada
www.waveapps.com/accounting

Alternatives

Alternatives

AccountEdge

AccountEdge

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Categories

Accounts Payable Supported

BILL's Accounts Payable solution transforms the tedious invoice-to-payment journey into a streamlined digital experience. Say goodbye to paper chaos and manual errors. With BILL AP, you can: - Capture invoices instantly through email, scanning, or direct upload - Automate approval workflows that adapt to your business rules - Pay vendors their way with multiple payment methods - Sync seamlessly with your accounting software - Access anywhere with mobile-friendly cloud technology Stop drowning in paperwork and reclaim hours each week. BILL AP doesn't just process payments—it elevates your entire financial operation with visibility, control, and efficiency that paper-based systems simply can't match. For businesses ready to modernize their AP process, BILL delivers the perfect balance of powerful automation and intuitive design that makes paying bills the easiest part of your day.

BILL's Accounts Receivable solution turns the frustrating chase for payments into a smooth, predictable cash flow engine. With BILL AR, you can: - Send professional invoices instantly that make payment easy for customers - Track payment status in real-time with clear visibility into what's paid, pending, and overdue - Accept payments virtually any way your customers want to pay - Automate reminders that politely keep customers on track without awkward conversations - Reconcile transactions automatically with your accounting system Stop wondering when you'll get paid and start planning with confidence. BILL AR shortens your cash conversion cycle, reduces days sales outstanding (DSO), and transforms accounts receivable from a bottleneck into a business accelerator. For growth-focused businesses, BILL AR delivers the digital efficiency, payment flexibility, and financial clarity that turns receivables into reliable revenue—letting you focus on your business, not your billing.

AI Finance Supported
AP Automation Supported

BILL's Accounts Payable solution transforms the tedious invoice-to-payment journey into a streamlined digital experience. Say goodbye to paper chaos and manual errors. With BILL AP, you can: - Capture invoices instantly through email, scanning, or direct upload - Automate approval workflows that adapt to your business rules - Pay vendors their way with multiple payment methods - Sync seamlessly with your accounting software - Access anywhere with mobile-friendly cloud technology Stop drowning in paperwork and reclaim hours each week. BILL AP doesn't just process payments—it elevates your entire financial operation with visibility, control, and efficiency that paper-based systems simply can't match. For businesses ready to modernize their AP process, BILL delivers the perfect balance of powerful automation and intuitive design that makes paying bills the easiest part of your day.

AR Automation Supported

BILL's Accounts Receivable solution turns the frustrating chase for payments into a smooth, predictable cash flow engine. With BILL AR, you can: - Send professional invoices instantly that make payment easy for customers - Track payment status in real-time with clear visibility into what's paid, pending, and overdue - Accept payments virtually any way your customers want to pay - Automate reminders that politely keep customers on track without awkward conversations - Reconcile transactions automatically with your accounting system Stop wondering when you'll get paid and start planning with confidence. BILL AR shortens your cash conversion cycle, reduces days sales outstanding (DSO), and transforms accounts receivable from a bottleneck into a business accelerator. For growth-focused businesses, BILL AR delivers the digital efficiency, payment flexibility, and financial clarity that turns receivables into reliable revenue—letting you focus on your business, not your billing.

B2B Payment Supported
Budgeting Supported
Contractor Payment Supported
Expense Report Supported

BILL Spend & Expense transforms the headache of expense management into a painless digital process. Say farewell to lost receipts, delayed approvals, and manual reconciliation. With BILL Expenses, you can: - Capture receipts on the go with quick mobile snaps that digitize instantly - Create and submit expense reports in minutes, not hours - Set approval workflows that respect your company policies - Process reimbursements quickly so your team isn't left waiting - Gain real-time visibility into spending patterns and budget impacts Stop chasing paper trails and spreadsheet nightmares. Eliminate the friction between spending and accounting, giving employees, managers, and finance teams exactly what they need—simplicity, speed, and accuracy. For businesses tired of expense management chaos, BILL Spend & Expense delivers the digital transformation that turns one of your most tedious financial processes into one of your most transparent and efficient.

Finance Supported
Invoice Generators Supported
Payment Processing Supported
Recurring Billing Supported
Spend Management Supported

BILL Spend & Expense transforms the headache of expense management into a painless digital process. Say farewell to lost receipts, delayed approvals, and manual reconciliation. With BILL Expenses, you can: - Capture receipts on the go with quick mobile snaps that digitize instantly - Create and submit expense reports in minutes, not hours - Set approval workflows that respect your company policies - Process reimbursements quickly so your team isn't left waiting - Gain real-time visibility into spending patterns and budget impacts Stop chasing paper trails and spreadsheet nightmares. Eliminate the friction between spending and accounting, giving employees, managers, and finance teams exactly what they need—simplicity, speed, and accuracy. For businesses tired of expense management chaos, BILL Spend & Expense delivers the digital transformation that turns one of your most tedious financial processes into one of your most transparent and efficient.

BILL Spend & Expense transforms the headache of expense management into a painless digital process. Say farewell to lost receipts, delayed approvals, and manual reconciliation. With BILL Expenses, you can: - Capture receipts on the go with quick mobile snaps that digitize instantly - Create and submit expense reports in minutes, not hours - Set approval workflows that respect your company policies - Process reimbursements quickly so your team isn't left waiting - Gain real-time visibility into spending patterns and budget impacts Stop chasing paper trails and spreadsheet nightmares. Eliminate the friction between spending and accounting, giving employees, managers, and finance teams exactly what they need—simplicity, speed, and accuracy. For businesses tired of expense management chaos, BILL Spend & Expense delivers the digital transformation that turns one of your most tedious financial processes into one of your most transparent and efficient.

BILL transforms business spending with digital payment technology that's secure, controlled, and efficient. - Generate unique cards instantly for specific vendors or purchases - Set precise spending limits and controls - Enhance security by eliminating shared card numbers - Automate reconciliation with your accounting system - Track expenses in real-time - Earn cashback on eligible purchases Stop managing physical cards and manual processes. BILL puts control in your hands while streamlining your purchase-to-reconciliation workflow—turning everyday business spending into a strategic advantage for your bottom line.

Categories

Accounts Receivable Features

ACH Payment Processing Supported
Billing & Invoicing Supported
Check Processing Supported
Collections Management Supported
Online Payment Processing Supported
Overpayment Processing Supported
Partial Payments Supported
Receivables Ledger Supported
Recurring Billing Supported

Billing and Invoicing Features

Billing Portal Supported
Contact Database Supported
Contingency Billing Supported
Customer Portal Supported
Customizable Invoices Supported
Dunning Management Supported
Hourly Billing Not Supported
Invoice History Supported
Mobile Payments Supported
Multi-Currency Not Supported
Online Invoicing Supported
Online Payments Supported
Payment Processing Supported
Project Billing Supported
Recurring/Subscription Billing Supported
Service Ticket Billing Supported
Tax Calculator Supported

Expense Report Features

Approval Process Control Supported
Invoice Management Supported
Multi-Currency Not Supported
Receipt Management Supported
Reimbursement Management Supported
Spend Control Supported
Time Tracking Not Supported
Workflow Management Not Supported

Recurring Billing Features

Customer Portal Not Supported
Deferred Billing Not Supported
Discount Management Not Supported
Dunning Management Not Supported
Invoice History Supported
Multi-Currency Not Supported
Multi-Period Recurring Billing Not Supported
Payment Processing Supported
Recurring Donations Not Supported
Subscription Billing Not Supported

Accounts Payable Features

Approval Process Control Supported
Bank Reconciliation Supported
Cash Management Supported
Check Writing Supported
Duplicate Payment Alert Supported
Fraud Detection Supported
General Ledger Entry Supported
Vendor Management Supported

Budgeting Features

"What If" Scenarios Not Supported
Asset Planning Not Supported
Balance Sheet Not Supported
Capital Asset Planning Not Supported
Cash Management Not Supported
Consolidation / Roll-Up Not Supported
Forecasting Not Supported
General Ledger Not Supported
Income Statements Not Supported
Multi-Company Supported
Multi-Department / Project Not Supported
Profit / Loss Statement Not Supported
Project Budgeting Not Supported
Run Rate Tracking Not Supported
Version Control Not Supported

Payment Processing Features

ACH Check Transactions Supported
Bitcoin Compatible Supported
Debit Card Support Supported
Gift Card Management Not Supported
Mobile Payments Supported
Online Payments Supported
POS Transactions Not Supported
Receipt Printing Supported
Recurring Billing Supported
Signature Capture Supported

Spend Management Features

Approval Workflow Supported
Budgeting / Forecasting Supported
Expense Tracking Supported
Multi-Currency Not Supported
Prepaid Cards Not Supported
Procurement Management Not Supported
Receipt Management Supported
Spend Analysis Supported
Spend Control Supported
Supplier Management Not Supported

Accounts Receivable Features

ACH Payment Processing Not Supported
Billing & Invoicing Supported
Check Processing Not Supported
Collections Management Not Supported
Online Payment Processing Not Supported
Overpayment Processing Not Supported
Partial Payments Not Supported
Receivables Ledger Not Supported
Recurring Billing Not Supported

Billing and Invoicing Features

Billing Portal Supported
Contact Database Supported
Contingency Billing Not Supported
Customer Portal Not Supported
Customizable Invoices Supported
Dunning Management Not Supported
Hourly Billing Not Supported
Invoice History Supported
Mobile Payments Not Supported
Multi-Currency Supported
Online Invoicing Supported
Online Payments Supported
Payment Processing Not Supported
Project Billing Supported
Recurring/Subscription Billing Not Supported
Service Ticket Billing Not Supported
Tax Calculator Not Supported

Accounting Features

Accounts Payable Supported
Accounts Receivable Supported
Bank Reconciliation Supported
Billing & Invoicing Supported
Cash Management Supported
CPA Firms Supported
Cryptocurrency Support Not Supported
Expense Tracking Supported
Fixed Asset Management Supported
Fund Accounting Supported
General Ledger Supported
Government Supported
Multi-Currency Supported
Nonprofits Supported
Payroll Management Supported
Project Accounting Supported
Purchase Orders Supported
Tax Management Supported

Bookkeeping Features

Accounts Payable Supported
Accounts Receivable Supported
Bank Reconciliation Supported
Billing & Invoicing Supported
Cash Management Not Supported
Collections Not Supported
Expense Tracking Supported
Fixed Asset Management Not Supported
General Ledger Supported
Payroll Supported
Revenue Recognition Not Supported
Spend Management Not Supported
Tax Management Not Supported

Real Estate Accounting Features

Accounts Payable Supported
Accounts Receivable Supported
Bank Reconciliation Supported
Commission Management Not Supported
Contract Management Not Supported
General Ledger Supported
Mobile Access Supported
Payroll Supported
Property Development Management Not Supported
Reporting / Analytics Supported
Work Order Management Not Supported

Integrations

Motileo Supported
Ceviche Supported
Contractbook Not Supported
Earth Class Mail Supported
Easyflow Not Supported
FirstOfficer Not Supported
Freedcamp Not Supported
HoneyBook Not Supported
Integrately Not Supported
Iris Finance Supported
NetSuite Supported
OutboundEngine Not Supported
Payment Rails Not Supported
QuickBooks Desktop Pro Supported
QuickBooks Online Supported
Sage Intacct Supported
Shoeboxed Not Supported
The Keeper's Ledger Not Supported
Uplinq Not Supported
Xero Supported

Integrations

Motileo Supported
Ceviche Not Supported
Contractbook Supported
Earth Class Mail Not Supported
Easyflow Supported
FirstOfficer Supported
Freedcamp Supported
HoneyBook Supported
Integrately Supported
Iris Finance Not Supported
NetSuite Not Supported
OutboundEngine Supported
Payment Rails Supported
QuickBooks Desktop Pro Not Supported
QuickBooks Online Not Supported
Sage Intacct Not Supported
Shoeboxed Supported
The Keeper's Ledger Supported
Uplinq Supported
Xero Not Supported
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