2026 head-to-head

Hnry vs Pipedrive: Which is Better in 2026?

Hnry wins on more features overall (8 vs 3, 8 tied). Below is the full feature-by-feature breakdown.

Scoreboard

8
Hnry wins
8
Tied
3
Pipedrive wins

Feature-by-feature comparison

Pricing

Feature Hnry Pipedrive
Free plan
✗ No
✗ No
14-day trial
Entry paid plan
— Paid add-on
1% of income, capped at AU$1,500/year
— Paid add-on
From AU$21/user/mo
Download PDF without signup
✗ No
✗ No

Invoicing features

Feature Hnry Pipedrive
Unlimited invoices
✓ Yes
— Limited
Custom logo & branding
— Limited
Logo only — limited template control
✓ Yes
Recurring invoices
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Email invoices to clients
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Multi-currency
— Limited
✓ Yes
Client management
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
CRM contacts

Australian compliance

Feature Hnry Pipedrive
ATO-compliant GST invoices
✓ Yes
GST registered and managed on your behalf
— Limited
Configurable tax rates
ABN field built in
✓ Yes
— Limited
Custom field workaround
Australian-focused support
✓ Yes
— Limited

Accounting features

Feature Hnry Pipedrive
Bank reconciliation
✓ Yes
Built into the Hnry bank account
✗ No
Expense tracking
✓ Yes
— Limited
Payroll
✗ No
You are the contractor — no employee payroll
✗ No
Inventory tracking
✗ No
✗ No

Integrations

Feature Hnry Pipedrive
Stripe payments
— Limited
✓ Yes
Mobile app
✓ Yes
— Limited

Setup & support

Feature Hnry Pipedrive
Setup time
— Limited
KYC and bank-account setup, ~30 min
✗ No
Pipeline setup

Where Hnry wins

  • Unlimited invoices
  • ATO-compliant GST invoices
  • ABN field built in
  • Australian-focused support
  • Bank reconciliation

Where Pipedrive wins

  • Custom logo & branding
  • Multi-currency
  • Stripe payments

A third option: InvoiceSonic, free

Neither tool fits your invoicing-only workflow? Try InvoiceSonic — free for unlimited ATO-compliant tax invoices, no signup required.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hnry cheaper than Pipedrive?

Hnry starts at 1% of income (capped at AU$1,500/yr); Pipedrive starts at From AU$21/user/mo. Hnry has no genuine free plan. Pipedrive offers 14-day trial.

Does Hnry handle Australian GST and ABN better than Pipedrive?

For ATO-compliant GST: Hnry = yes, Pipedrive = limited. For native ABN field: Hnry = yes, Pipedrive = limited. If you operate in Australia and either tool falls short here, InvoiceSonic handles both natively — and it's free.

Which is better for freelancers — Hnry or Pipedrive?

Most freelancers want fast invoicing without paying for full accounting. Between these two, Hnry wins more categories overall. But if you're a freelancer who just wants ATO-compliant tax invoices for free, InvoiceSonic is purpose-built for that workflow.

Can I switch from Hnry to Pipedrive easily?

Do not assume a one-click migration. Confirm each product's current export and import formats, then test contacts, opening balances, unpaid invoices, tax codes, attachments and reconciliations before cancelling the old account. Keep statutory records outside both systems.

Should I use Hnry or Pipedrive for invoicing only?

Both tools include more than invoicing. If invoicing is your only need, a dedicated generator can be faster and more focused than a full accounting subscription.

Is there a free alternative to both Hnry and Pipedrive?

Yes — InvoiceSonic lets you create and download an invoice without signup. Its account plans have separate limits and pricing, so compare current official plans before deciding.