InvoiceBuddy vs Hnry
Looking for a Hnry alternative? Here's an honest look at how InvoiceBuddy compares with Hnry, an all-in-one tax and accounting service for sole traders — and which one suits you.
InvoiceBuddy
From $0
Free ($0) · Pro ($12/year) · Premium ($9/month)
Best for: freelancers, sole traders and small businesses who want fast, professional invoicing and to get paid — without paying for a full accounting suite.
Launching soonHnry
Depends on income — e.g. $600 + GST on $60,000 of payments
1% + GST of payments into your Hnry account, capped at $1,500 + GST per year
Best for: Sole traders who want someone else to handle their tax: automatic tax payments, tax return lodgement and access to accountants — and are happy to pay a percentage of income for it.
The quick verdict
Hnry is a full tax service — a good fit if you want your tax handled for you. If you already have an accountant (or do your own tax) and just need great invoicing at a flat price that doesn't grow with your income, InvoiceBuddy is $12 a year.
InvoiceBuddy vs Hnry: feature comparison
| Feature | InvoiceBuddy | Hnry |
|---|---|---|
| Main purpose | Simple invoicing and getting paid | Tax, accounting and invoicing service |
| Pricing model | Flat: $0, $12/year or $9/month | 1% + GST of income, capped at $1,500 + GST/year |
| Cost on $60k income | $12/year (Pro) | $600 + GST/year |
| Cost on $150k income | $12/year (Pro) | $1,500 + GST/year (cap) |
| Invoicing | Unlimited (Pro) | Unlimited |
| Tax return lodgement | No | Yes |
| Automatic tax payments | No | Yes |
| Business account / card | No | Yes |
| Access to accountants | No | Yes |
| Cost grows with income | No | Yes, up to the cap |
InvoiceBuddy features describe our plans at launch. Hnry details: Hnry pricing. From Hnry's pricing page. A minimum of $0.50 + GST applies to payments under $50. Card payment processing and one-off services cost extra. Prices in AUD; always check the provider's website for current pricing.
Pricing compared
InvoiceBuddy has three simple plans: Free (up to 2 invoices a month and 3 clients), Pro at $12 per year (unlimited invoices and clients, quotes, automatic reminders, online card payments and custom branding) and Premium at $9 per month (adds contracts and e-signatures, recurring invoices, advanced reports and team members). See all plan details.
Hnry: 1% + GST of payments into your Hnry account, capped at $1,500 + GST per year.
Where Hnry shines
- Handles your tax and tax return for you
- No fee when you're not earning
- Includes accountant support
Where Hnry may be more than you need
- Cost scales with your income (up to $1,500 + GST a year)
- Your income flows through a Hnry account
- More service than you need if you already have an accountant
Which should you choose?
Choose InvoiceBuddy if…
- You mainly need to send invoices and quotes, and get paid
- You want a free plan or a flat, low price ($12/year for Pro)
- You'd rather be set up in minutes than learn accounting software
- Your accountant (or you) handles tax and BAS separately
Choose Hnry if…
- Sole traders who want someone else to handle their tax: automatic tax payments, tax return lodgement and access to accountants — and are happy to pay a percentage of income for it.
Free invoicing guides
Whichever tool you choose, these guides will help you invoice correctly and get paid faster:
- What must a tax invoice include in Australia?
- How to invoice as a sole trader
- How to chase an unpaid invoice (5 templates)
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hnry cost?
Hnry charges 1% + GST of payments into your Hnry account, capped at $1,500 + GST per year, according to Hnry's pricing page (October 2026).
Is InvoiceBuddy cheaper than Hnry?
For invoicing alone, yes: InvoiceBuddy Pro is a flat $12 per year. But Hnry includes tax services such as tax return lodgement and automatic tax payments, which InvoiceBuddy doesn't.
Who should use Hnry instead of InvoiceBuddy?
Sole traders who want their tax handled end to end and don't want a separate accountant may prefer Hnry.
Comparison based on publicly available information checked on 22 October 2026. Competitor prices and features change — check Hnry pricing for the latest. InvoiceBuddy is launching soon; features listed are planned for launch. Hnry is a trademark of its owner; InvoiceBuddy is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hnry.
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