Compare ClearBooks and Xero

At a Glance
ClearBooks
ClearBooks
Star Rating
(20)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Xero
Xero
Star Rating
(1,640)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (67.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$13.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Xero excels in usability, particularly for small business owners who may not have a strong accounting background. Users appreciate its intuitive design and features like automatic bank reconciliation, which they find faster and more accurate compared to competitors.
  • Users say ClearBooks offers a straightforward experience, especially with its simple chart of accounts that makes expensing and invoicing easy. This user-friendly interface is highlighted as a significant advantage for small business owners who may not have IT support.
  • According to verified reviews, Xero has a higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its robust functionality and user-friendly features. Reviewers mention that it provides a comprehensive accounting solution that meets the needs of various small businesses.
  • Reviewers mention that ClearBooks shines in its implementation process, with many users noting that it can be set up without needing technical expertise. This ease of setup is particularly beneficial for small businesses looking to get started quickly.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Xero has a wealth of features, some users feel it could improve in areas like invoice customization. However, they still appreciate the overall functionality and the ability to manage transactions efficiently.
  • Users report that ClearBooks provides excellent support, with many praising its quality and responsiveness. This aspect is crucial for small businesses that may require assistance as they navigate their accounting processes.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ClearBooks
No pricing available
Xero
Starter / Early
$13.00
Per Month
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Free Trial
ClearBooks
No trial information available
Xero
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
18
8.8
1,309
Ease of Use
9.6
19
9.0
1,362
Ease of Setup
9.0
7
8.8
1,053
Ease of Admin
9.2
6
8.7
395
Quality of Support
9.6
19
8.5
1,224
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
6
8.6
389
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
19
8.9
1,291
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.5
364
Expense Reports
Not enough data
8.9
285
Not enough data
9.1
288
Not enough data
8.7
263
Not enough data
8.8
269
Not enough data
8.7
251
Not enough data
8.6
252
Not enough data
8.9
264
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
9.2
143
Not enough data
9.3
142
Travel Management
Not enough data
8.2
234
Not enough data
7.8
222
Not enough data
7.5
218
Not enough data
8.0
224
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
9.2
269
Not enough data
8.9
252
Not enough data
8.8
247
Mobile
Not enough data
8.6
250
Not enough data
8.1
225
Not enough data
7.8
218
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
209
Not enough data
8.5
212
Administration
Not enough data
8.7
204
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
251
Not enough data
8.7
249
Not enough data
8.5
243
Not enough data
8.5
232
Not enough data
8.8
254
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
279
Not enough data
8.7
236
Not enough data
8.6
227
Not enough data
9.2
259
Not enough data
8.6
243
Not enough data
5.4
193
9.0
5
8.6
1,176
General Ledger
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.6
722
|
Verified
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.3
677
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
700
|
Verified
Accounts Receivable
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.8
762
|
Verified
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.5
664
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.3
668
|
Verified
Accounts Payable
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
640
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.8
722
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
664
|
Verified
Other Functionality
Not enough data
8.0
604
Not enough data
8.0
598
Not enough data
8.2
582
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
616
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.5
646
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
802
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.2
645
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.5
643
Reporting & Analytics
9.0
5
|
Verified
9.0
810
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
753
|
Verified
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.5
633
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.8
761
|
Verified
Platform
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.3
689
|
Verified
9.0
5
8.4
647
8.3
5
|
Verified
8.7
703
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
608
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
755
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.7
653
|
Verified
Integration
Not enough data
8.7
700
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
630
Not enough data
8.5
672
|
Verified
Cash Flow
9.7
5
|
Verified
8.8
606
|
Verified
9.3
5
|
Verified
9.1
596
|
Verified
9.7
5
|
Verified
8.8
552
|
Verified
Budgeting & Forecasting
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.5
633
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
559
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
517
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
548
|
Verified
Revenue
8.3
5
|
Verified
8.7
573
|
Verified
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.7
559
|
Verified
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.4
529
|
Verified
Payroll
Not enough data
8.3
504
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.1
490
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
531
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
546
|
Verified
AI
Not enough data
8.4
382
Not enough data
8.9
383
Not enough data
8.7
386
Not enough data
8.5
379
Not enough data
8.6
375
Not enough data
8.2
373
Not enough data
9.0
391
Not enough data
8.8
383
Not enough data
8.7
371
Not enough data
8.5
371
Mobile Applications - Accounting
Not enough data
8.9
384
Not enough data
8.8
359
Not enough data
8.8
387
Not enough data
6.9
324
Not enough data
9.0
370
Not enough data
9.0
377
Agentic AI - Accounting
Not enough data
8.6
335
Nonprofit AccountingHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
9.0
1,039
General Ledger
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.6
722
|
Verified
8.7
5
|
Verified
8.3
677
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
700
|
Verified
Accounts Receivable
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.8
762
|
Verified
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.5
664
9.3
5
|
Verified
8.3
668
|
Verified
Accounts Payable
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
640
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.8
722
|
Verified
9.0
5
|
Verified
8.6
664
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
343
Invoice Generation
Not enough data
8.7
275
Not enough data
9.2
282
Not enough data
9.2
275
Invoice Processing
Not enough data
8.9
269
Not enough data
8.9
270
Not enough data
8.7
264
Not enough data
9.2
277
Analytics
Not enough data
9.2
270
Not enough data
8.9
269
Not enough data
8.5
252
Not enough data
9.0
274
Integration
Not enough data
9.2
284
Not enough data
9.1
278
Not enough data
8.5
251
Not enough data
8.8
276
Agentic AI - Invoice Management
Not enough data
8.9
174
Not enough data
8.9
177
Not enough data
8.7
178
Not enough data
9.2
156
Multichannel inventory management
Not enough data
9.0
120
Not enough data
9.1
121
Not enough data
9.0
121
3PL inventory management
Not enough data
9.3
124
Not enough data
9.2
124
Not enough data
9.0
122
Inventory Management
Not enough data
9.3
127
Not enough data
9.1
126
Not enough data
9.1
117
Not enough data
9.1
123
Not enough data
9.5
123
Inventory Management Platform Features
Not enough data
9.3
129
Not enough data
9.3
132
Not enough data
9.2
129
Not enough data
9.1
127
Not enough data
9.2
126
Not enough data
9.4
134
Not enough data
9.2
130
Not enough data
9.5
128
Not enough data
9.6
133
Not enough data
9.6
132
Not enough data
8.8
314
Bill Generation
Not enough data
8.7
255
Not enough data
9.0
263
Not enough data
9.0
262
Bill Processing
Not enough data
8.6
253
Not enough data
8.8
254
Not enough data
8.9
255
Integration
Not enough data
9.1
271
Not enough data
8.9
266
Not enough data
8.4
241
Agentic AI - Billing
Not enough data
8.9
165
Accounting & FinanceHide 1 FeatureShow 1 Feature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ClearBooks
ClearBooks
Xero
Xero
ClearBooks and Xero are categorized as Accounting
Unique Categories
ClearBooks
ClearBooks has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ClearBooks
ClearBooks
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
36.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
36.8%
Xero
Xero
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
67.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
27.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.4%
Reviewers' Industry
ClearBooks
ClearBooks
Financial Services
10.5%
Consumer Electronics
10.5%
Automotive
10.5%
Accounting
10.5%
Telecommunications
5.3%
Other
52.6%
Xero
Xero
Accounting
19.8%
Information Technology and Services
9.7%
Computer Software
6.4%
Marketing and Advertising
5.2%
Consulting
3.4%
Other
55.5%
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Discussions
ClearBooks
ClearBooks Discussions
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ClearBooks has no discussions with answers
Xero
Xero Discussions
What is Xero software used for?
3 Comments
Bryant A.
BA
Bookkeeping and Accounting. Read more
Is XERO a good accounting software?
3 Comments
RB
Xerox is user-friendly accounting software. Read more
What is Xero used for?
3 Comments
Mitesh P.
MP
Accounting, bookkeeping, tax return, payroll, expenses management etc. For small or medium businessRead more