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About FreeAgent
What is FreeAgent?
FreeAgent is cloud-based accounting software designed specifically for small businesses, freelancers, contractors, landlords, and accountants. It centralizes invoicing, expenses, bank connections, and tax management in one dashboard, with a strong focus on UK Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance.
Who is it for?
FreeAgent is built for UK small business owners who want confidence in their numbers without drowning in admin. It's particularly strong for freelancers, contractors, limited companies, and property landlords. It's also a popular choice for accountants and bookkeepers managing multiple clients.
Key use cases
Users rely on FreeAgent to streamline quarterly MTD submissions, track self-assessment taxes, manage e-commerce sales (via integrations like Equali for Amazon, Shopify, eBay, Etsy), and automate receipt capture with Smart Capture. The software includes a Tax Timeline to help users meet filing deadlines and a UK-based support team for guidance.
Key features
- Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance — Stay aligned with HMRC digital record-keeping and quarterly updates.
- Smart Capture — Automatically extract, match, and categorize receipt and bill images (unlimited use is an add-on).
- E-commerce integrations — Connect with Equali for Amazon, Shopify, eBay, and Etsy bookkeeping.
- Tax Timeline — View upcoming deadlines and track quarterly filing status.
- Bank connections — Link business bank accounts to auto-import and explain transactions.
- UK-based support — Access detailed help articles, guides, webinars, and a real support team.
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FreeAgent Pricing
FreeAgent pricing: from £16.50/mo (billed monthly, first 6 months) or £165/year (first year).
For comparison: the median starting price in Finance & Accounting is $19/month, measured across 145 tools we track. See the full SaaS Pricing Index →
Limited Company — Billed Monthly
Regular price £33/month; introductory price £16.50/month for the first 6 months (excl. 20% VAT). Includes core accounting. Optional add-ons: Unlimited receipt & bill captures (£5/month), Connect with Amazon (£6/month). Start with a 30-day free trial.
Limited Company — Billed Annually
Regular price £330/year; introductory price £165/year for the first year (equivalent to £13.75/month, excl. VAT). Includes core accounting. Add-ons available as above. Start with a 30-day free trial.
Free (Banked via NatWest/RBS/Ulster/Mettle)
£0.00 for eligible customers with a NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank business current account (while retaining the account), or Mettle account with at least one transaction per month. Optional add-ons may be chargeable.
All plans include a 30-day free trial; cancel at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Is FreeAgent free?
FreeAgent is not free for everyone, but eligible customers with NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank, or Mettle business accounts can get it for £0.00 while they retain the account.
How much does FreeAgent cost?
For UK limited companies, the regular price is £33/month billed monthly or £330/year billed annually. Introductory offers: £16.50/month for the first 6 months (monthly) or £165 for the first year (annual). Prices exclude 20% VAT. A 30-day free trial is available.
Who is FreeAgent best for?
FreeAgent is best for UK small business owners, freelancers, contractors, landlords, and accountants who need MTD-compliant accounting software with strong tax tracking and bank integration.
Is FreeAgent compatible with Making Tax Digital?
Yes, FreeAgent is MTD-compliant. It supports digital record-keeping, quarterly update deadlines via a Tax Timeline, and final declaration filing.
What are the top alternatives to FreeAgent?
Common alternatives include Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and FreshBooks. FreeAgent is often preferred for its strong UK tax features and MTD focus.
Does FreeAgent support e-commerce sellers?
Yes, FreeAgent offers an integration with Equali for e-commerce bookkeeping, covering Amazon, Shopify, eBay, and Etsy. TikTok Shop, Facebook, and Instagram are planned. FreeAgent also has a dedicated 'Connect with Amazon' add-on for UK Marketplace sellers.
