1. Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks
HostBooks · Gurugram · Billing software · 4.5/5
Cloud accounting, GST, TDS and Tally-on-cloud for SMEs and CAs.
₹999/mo
Free trial
Compared with RealBooks
- Starts ₹499/mo higher (₹999/mo vs ₹500/mo)
Billing software · Alternatives
Best RealBooks alternatives in India (2026)
RealBooks is a billing software product from Adansa Solutions, Kolkata, priced at ₹500/mo. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 10 have a free plan, 17 are built in India, and 10 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to RealBooks are Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks (₹999/mo), Zoho Books (₹749/mo), Giddh (₹300/mo), Reach Accounting (₹1,000/mo) and Saral Billing (₹6,000/mo). Zoho Books is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹291/month.
Why businesses look for a RealBooks alternative
There is no free plan
RealBooks has no free tier. 10 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
Cost
RealBooks starts at ₹500/mo. 10 alternatives start lower or have a free plan.
A mobile app
RealBooks does not list an Android app. 5 alternatives do.
RealBooks alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches RealBooks's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | RealBooks (current) | ₹500/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | — |
| 1 | Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks | ₹999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 2 |  Zoho Books | ₹749/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 3 |  Giddh | ₹300/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 4 |  Reach Accounting | ₹1,000/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 5 |  Saral Billing | ₹6,000/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 6 |  QuickBooks Online | ₹1,500/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 7 |  FreshBooks | ₹1,600/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 8 |  Digital Bill Book by Zoho Books | ₹749/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 9 |  Vyapar | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 10 |  Zoho Billing | ₹1,499/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 11 |  Marg ERP | ₹8,100/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 12 |  Invoay | ₹999/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 13 |  Busy Accounting Software | ₹9,000/mo | No | Windows | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 14 |  Zoho Invoice | Free | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.9/5 | |
| 15 |  Zoho Commerce Invoicing | ₹1,250/mo | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 16 |  myBillBook | ₹291/mo | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 17 |  Xero | ₹2,400/mo | No | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 18 |  ClearOne by Clear | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.7/5 | |
| 19 |  EZTax Billing | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 20 |  GimBooks | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 |
Top 10 RealBooks alternatives in detail
2. Zoho Books
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Billing software · 4.8/5
GST-ready cloud accounting with e-invoicing, e-way bills and bank feeds.
₹749/mo
Free plan available
Compared with RealBooks
- Has a free plan — RealBooks does not
- Starts ₹249/mo higher (₹749/mo vs ₹500/mo)
Key features
- Quotes and sales orders
- Invoicing
- Automated payment collections
- Payment gateway integration
- Purchase orders
3. Giddh
Walkover Web Solutions · Indore · Billing software · 4.6/5
Cloud accounting and GST billing with multi-currency and bank reconciliation.
₹300/mo
Free plan available
Compared with RealBooks
- Has a free plan — RealBooks does not
- Starts ₹200/mo cheaper (₹300/mo vs ₹500/mo)
4. Reach Accounting
Reach Accountant · Chennai · Billing software · 4.6/5
Cloud accounting ERP with industry editions for retail, services and manufacturing.
₹1,000/mo
Free trial
Compared with RealBooks
- Starts ₹500/mo higher (₹1,000/mo vs ₹500/mo)
5. Saral Billing
Relyon Softech · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.6/5
GST billing and accounting software from Relyon with TDS and payroll siblings.
₹6,000/mo
Free trial
Compared with RealBooks
- Starts ₹5,500/mo higher (₹6,000/mo vs ₹500/mo)
6. QuickBooks Online
Intuit · Mountain View · Billing software · 4.4/5
Cloud accounting and invoicing used by small businesses worldwide.
₹1,500/mo
Free trial
Compared with RealBooks
- Starts ₹1,000/mo higher (₹1,500/mo vs ₹500/mo)
7. FreshBooks
FreshBooks · Toronto · Billing software · 4.3/5
Invoicing and accounting for freelancers and small service businesses.
₹1,600/mo
Free trial
Compared with RealBooks
- Starts ₹1,100/mo higher (₹1,600/mo vs ₹500/mo)
8. Digital Bill Book by Zoho Books
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Billing software · 4.6/5
India edition of Zoho Books for GST-compliant bill books.
₹749/mo
Free plan available
Compared with RealBooks
- Has a free plan — RealBooks does not
- Starts ₹249/mo higher (₹749/mo vs ₹500/mo)
9. Vyapar
Simply Vyapar Apps · Bengaluru · Billing software · 4.8/5
Mobile-first GST billing, inventory and accounting app for small traders and shops.
₹291/mo
Free plan available
Compared with RealBooks
- Has a free plan — RealBooks does not
- Starts ₹209/mo cheaper (₹291/mo vs ₹500/mo)
- Also available on Android, iOS
Key features
- GST and non-GST invoices
- 200+ theme combinations for invoices
- Add signature, UPI QR code and terms on invoices
- Quick Billing (POS system)
- MRP-based billing
10. Zoho Billing
Zoho Corporation · Chennai · Billing software · 4.6/5
Subscription and one-time billing with GST and payment gateways.
₹1,499/mo
Free plan available
Compared with RealBooks
- Has a free plan — RealBooks does not
- Starts ₹999/mo higher (₹1,499/mo vs ₹500/mo)
Key features
- Quotes
- GST compliant invoicing
- Expenses
- Projects and timesheets
- Payments
RealBooks alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than RealBooks
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How to choose a RealBooks alternative
- Confirm e-invoicing and e-way bill support explicitly, and check the thresholds against your turnover — these are separate features from ordinary GST invoicing, and vendors often blur the distinction in marketing copy.
- Check how it handles your item structure. A business selling garments in a size-and-colour matrix has a very different requirement from one selling ten SKUs.
- Ask about Tally. Most Indian accountants still work in Tally, and a clean export or two-way sync will save arguments at filing time.
RealBooks alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to RealBooks in 2026?+
The closest matches to RealBooks on App Advisor are Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks (₹999/mo), Zoho Books (₹749/mo), Giddh (₹300/mo). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match RealBooks, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to RealBooks?+
Yes. 10 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Zoho Books (₹749/mo), Giddh (₹300/mo), Digital Bill Book by Zoho Books (₹749/mo). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to RealBooks?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Vyapar starts lowest at ₹291/mo, compared with ₹500/mo for RealBooks. Zoho Books also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to RealBooks?+
Yes. 17 alternatives are built in India, including Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks (₹999/mo), Zoho Books (₹749/mo), Giddh (₹300/mo). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
RealBooks vs Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks: which is better?+
Tally on Cloud by Hostbooks is the closest match to RealBooks in our catalogue. Key differences: Starts ₹499/mo higher (₹999/mo vs ₹500/mo). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these RealBooks alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in billing software or a category RealBooks also covers, and Adansa Solutions's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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