2026 head-to-head

Invoice2go vs PayPal Invoicing: Which is Better in 2026?

Invoice2go wins on more features overall (7 vs 5, 7 tied). Below is the full feature-by-feature breakdown.

Scoreboard

7
Invoice2go wins
7
Tied
5
PayPal Invoicing wins

Feature-by-feature comparison

Pricing

Feature Invoice2go PayPal Invoicing
Free plan
— Limited
Free plan caps invoices and locks key features
✓ Yes
Free to create — fees on paid invoices
Entry paid plan
— Paid add-on
AU$8.99/mo Starter, AU$29.99/mo Pro
✓ Yes
No subscription, only per-transaction fees
Download PDF without signup
✗ No
✗ No
PayPal account required

Invoicing features

Feature Invoice2go PayPal Invoicing
Unlimited invoices
— Limited
Free plan capped
✓ Yes
Custom logo & branding
— Paid add-on
Higher plans only
— Limited
Logo only — minimal template control
Recurring invoices
— Paid add-on
✓ Yes
Email invoices to clients
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Multi-currency
— Limited
✓ Yes
Client management
✓ Yes
— Limited

Australian compliance

Feature Invoice2go PayPal Invoicing
ATO-compliant GST invoices
✓ Yes
— Limited
Configurable but not auto-formatted
ABN field built in
✓ Yes
✗ No
Manual workaround via custom fields
Australian-focused support
✓ Yes
Sydney HQ
— Limited

Accounting features

Feature Invoice2go PayPal Invoicing
Bank reconciliation
✗ No
✗ No
Expense tracking
— Limited
✗ No
Payroll
✗ No
✗ No
Inventory tracking
✗ No
✗ No

Integrations

Feature Invoice2go PayPal Invoicing
Stripe payments
✓ Yes
✗ No
PayPal locks you to its own processor
Mobile app
✓ Yes
Native iOS/Android — the core product
✓ Yes

Setup & support

Feature Invoice2go PayPal Invoicing
Setup time
— Limited
App download + account creation
— Limited
PayPal Business account required

Where Invoice2go wins

  • Custom logo & branding
  • Client management
  • ATO-compliant GST invoices
  • ABN field built in
  • Australian-focused support

Where PayPal Invoicing wins

  • Free plan
  • Entry paid plan
  • Unlimited invoices
  • Recurring invoices
  • Multi-currency

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 Invoice2go cheaper than PayPal Invoicing?

Invoice2go starts at AU$8.99/mo (Starter); PayPal Invoicing starts at Free (2.6% + AU$0.30 per paid invoice). Invoice2go offers limited free plan. PayPal Invoicing offers free invoicing — fees apply to payments.

Does Invoice2go handle Australian GST and ABN better than PayPal Invoicing?

For ATO-compliant GST: Invoice2go = yes, PayPal Invoicing = limited. For native ABN field: Invoice2go = yes, PayPal Invoicing = no. If you operate in Australia and either tool falls short here, InvoiceSonic handles both natively — and it's free.

Which is better for freelancers — Invoice2go or PayPal Invoicing?

Most freelancers want fast invoicing without paying for full accounting. Between these two, Invoice2go 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 Invoice2go to PayPal Invoicing 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 Invoice2go or PayPal Invoicing 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 Invoice2go and PayPal Invoicing?

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.