G2 reviewers report that FreshBooks excels in invoicing capabilities, with users appreciating its easy-to-use interface that simplifies the process of creating and editing invoices. One user highlighted how it saves time while maintaining accuracy, making it ideal for those without extensive accounting knowledge.
Users say Timely stands out for its automatic time tracking feature, which significantly reduces the need for manual entries. This functionality is particularly praised for ensuring accurate tracking of work activities, making it a favorite among consultants who need to manage their time efficiently.
Reviewers mention that FreshBooks has a strong focus on small businesses, with a majority of its users coming from this segment. This focus is reflected in its user-friendly design and features tailored to the needs of smaller operations, such as a dashboard that summarizes client statuses and pending payments.
According to verified reviews, Timely offers a clean and user-friendly interface that enhances the overall user experience. Users appreciate the simplicity of tracking time and generating reports, which can be done in just a few minutes each day, making it a practical choice for busy professionals.
G2 reviewers highlight that FreshBooks provides excellent customer support, with users noting the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. This aspect is crucial for businesses that may need assistance navigating the software or resolving issues quickly.
Users report that while both products have strong usability, Timely edges out in areas like workflow management and user access controls, with reviewers noting its effectiveness in managing roles and permissions, which is essential for teams working collaboratively on projects.
I'm a long-time user, and yes. Freshbooks does recurring billing flawlessly. Your client can also have their credit card information stored so they don't...Read more
How do you like using Freshbooks
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ZB
Hi Rodney,
We have used Freshbooks since 2013, and are in no way affiliated with them.
For the most part, our experience overall has been positive,...Read more
What is the best way to manage deposits against future work as a consultant?
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DL
Hi Mark,
You most likely would benefit from the retainer feature in FB which allows you to track time against a retainer payment....Read more
Is there a way to format reports? i.e modify the printed output?
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M
Hey!
We currently don't have a way of formatting the PDF output from Timely. Have you tried using the shareable report feature? That way you can send a...Read more
How can I make tags more custom and easy to use for multiple projects?
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M
Hi Daniel!
Sorry for the late reply – but here goes!
What exactly do you mean by more custom? You can re-use a list of tags for multiple projects, so...Read more
Will you offer integration with Fiken in the future? www.fiken.no
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Official Response from Timely
Hi Jermund. A Fiken integration is not on our short-term roadmap, though we do plan on developing more invoicing integrations in the future.
Here's where...Read more
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