upcount
The premium Open Source alternative to FreshBooks
🎯 Best for:Freelancers seeking a simple, self-hosted billing solution.
What is upcount?
A self-hosted alternative to FreshBooks and QuickBooks. Built with a lightweight Node.js architecture for rapid PDF generation and client management.
Tech Stack
TypeScriptFinance & Accounting
Why upcount?
- • Lightweight footprint
- • Simple Docker deployment
- • No monthly fees
Limitations
- • Limited automation
- • No mobile application
- • Basic reporting
3/2/2026
Last Update
75
Forks
26
Issues
GPL-3.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on FreshBooks)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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