2026 head-to-head

Odoo Invoicing vs Reckon: Which is Better in 2026?

Reckon wins on more features overall (5 vs 2, 12 tied). Below is the full feature-by-feature breakdown.

Scoreboard

2
Odoo Invoicing wins
12
Tied
5
Reckon wins

Feature-by-feature comparison

Pricing

Feature Odoo Invoicing Reckon
Free plan
— Limited
One Odoo app free
✗ No
30-day trial
Entry paid plan
— Paid add-on
~AU$38/user/mo Standard
— Paid add-on
From AU$15/mo
Download PDF without signup
✗ No
✗ No

Invoicing features

Feature Odoo Invoicing Reckon
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 Odoo Invoicing Reckon
ATO-compliant GST invoices
— Limited
Configurable tax rates
✓ Yes
ABN field built in
— Limited
Custom field workaround
✓ Yes
Australian-focused support
— Limited
✓ Yes

Accounting features

Feature Odoo Invoicing Reckon
Bank reconciliation
✗ No
✓ Yes
Expense tracking
— Limited
— Limited
Payroll
✗ No
✗ No
Inventory tracking
✓ Yes
✗ No

Integrations

Feature Odoo Invoicing Reckon
Stripe payments
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Mobile app
— Limited
— Limited

Setup & support

Feature Odoo Invoicing Reckon
Setup time
✗ No
ERP configuration
— Limited
Account signup required

Where Odoo Invoicing wins

  • Free plan
  • Inventory tracking

Where Reckon wins

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

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 Odoo Invoicing cheaper than Reckon?

Odoo Invoicing starts at Free (1 app); Standard ~AU$38/user/mo; Reckon starts at From AU$15/mo (Invoicing). Odoo Invoicing offers one app free on odoo online. Reckon offers 30-day trial.

Does Odoo Invoicing handle Australian GST and ABN better than Reckon?

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

Which is better for freelancers — Odoo Invoicing or Reckon?

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

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.