What is Xero?
Xero is cloud accounting software for small businesses and accountants, with its JAX AI agent handling tasks like invoicing and reconciliation. It is especially popular in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
Best for: Small businesses, Accountants.
Key features
- JAX AI agent
- Bank reconciliation
- Invoicing
- App marketplace
Pros and cons
Pros
- Clean interface
- Large app ecosystem
- Strong accountant support
Cons
- US payroll is limited
- Some plans cap invoices
Xero pricing
| Pricing model | Free trial |
|---|---|
| Starting price | See website |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Launched | 2006 |
Prices change often. Check the Xero website for current plans.
Our verdict
Xero scores 8.6/10 in our review. Its biggest strength: clean interface. The main drawback: uS payroll is limited. If it isn't the right fit, QuickBooks is the closest alternative.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Xero?
Xero is cloud accounting software for small businesses and accountants, with its JAX AI agent handling tasks like invoicing and reconciliation. It is especially popular in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
Is Xero free?
Xero offers a free trial.
What are the best Xero alternatives?
Popular alternatives include QuickBooks, TurboTax, Ramp, AlphaSense.
Who is Xero best for?
Xero is best for small businesses, accountants.