2026 head-to-head

Inv24 vs Refrens: Which is Better in 2026?

Inv24 wins on more features overall (1 vs 0, 18 tied). Below is the full feature-by-feature breakdown.

Scoreboard

1
Inv24 wins
18
Tied
0
Refrens wins

Feature-by-feature comparison

Pricing

Feature Inv24 Refrens
Free plan
✓ Yes
Branded/ad-supported
✓ Yes
Branded free tier
Entry paid plan
— Paid add-on
Premium ~AU$5/mo
— Paid add-on
Pro ~AU$8/mo
Download PDF without signup
✗ No
✗ No

Invoicing features

Feature Inv24 Refrens
Unlimited invoices
— Limited
— Limited
Custom logo & branding
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Recurring invoices
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Email invoices to clients
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Multi-currency
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Client management
✓ Yes
✓ Yes

Australian compliance

Feature Inv24 Refrens
ATO-compliant GST invoices
— Limited
— Limited
ABN field built in
— Limited
Custom field workaround
— Limited
Custom field workaround
Australian-focused support
— Limited
✗ No

Accounting features

Feature Inv24 Refrens
Bank reconciliation
✗ No
✗ No
Expense tracking
— Limited
— Limited
Payroll
✗ No
✗ No
Inventory tracking
✗ No
✗ No

Integrations

Feature Inv24 Refrens
Stripe payments
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Mobile app
— Limited
— Limited

Setup & support

Feature Inv24 Refrens
Setup time
— Limited
Account signup required
— Limited
Account signup required

Where Inv24 wins

  • Australian-focused support

Where Refrens wins

Inv24 matched or beat Refrens across every category.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Inv24 cheaper than Refrens?

Inv24 starts at Free; Premium from ~AU$5/mo; Refrens starts at Free; Pro from ~AU$8/mo. Inv24 offers free with ads/branding. Refrens offers free unlimited invoices (with branding).

Does Inv24 handle Australian GST and ABN better than Refrens?

For ATO-compliant GST: Inv24 = limited, Refrens = limited. For native ABN field: Inv24 = limited, Refrens = 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 — Inv24 or Refrens?

Most freelancers want fast invoicing without paying for full accounting. Between these two, Inv24 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 Inv24 to Refrens 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 Inv24 or Refrens 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 Inv24 and Refrens?

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.