2026 head-to-head

SumUp Invoicing vs Zoho Invoice: Which is Better in 2026?

Zoho Invoice wins on more features overall (2 vs 0, 17 tied). Below is the full feature-by-feature breakdown.

Scoreboard

0
SumUp Invoicing wins
17
Tied
2
Zoho Invoice wins

Feature-by-feature comparison

Pricing

Feature SumUp Invoicing Zoho Invoice
Free plan
✓ Yes
Free for SumUp merchants
✓ Yes
1 user, 1,000 invoices/year
Entry paid plan
— Paid add-on
— Paid add-on
AU$15/mo Standard
Download PDF without signup
✗ No
✗ No

Invoicing features

Feature SumUp Invoicing Zoho Invoice
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 SumUp Invoicing Zoho Invoice
ATO-compliant GST invoices
— Limited
— Limited
ABN field built in
— Limited
✓ Yes
Australian-focused support
— Limited
— Limited

Accounting features

Feature SumUp Invoicing Zoho Invoice
Bank reconciliation
✗ No
✗ No
Expense tracking
— Limited
— Limited
Payroll
✗ No
✗ No
Inventory tracking
✗ No
✗ No

Integrations

Feature SumUp Invoicing Zoho Invoice
Stripe payments
✗ No
SumUp payments
✓ Yes
Mobile app
— Limited
— Limited

Setup & support

Feature SumUp Invoicing Zoho Invoice
Setup time
— Limited
Account signup required
— Limited
Account signup required

Where SumUp Invoicing wins

Zoho Invoice matched or beat SumUp Invoicing across every category.

Where Zoho Invoice wins

  • ABN field built in
  • 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 SumUp Invoicing cheaper than Zoho Invoice?

SumUp Invoicing starts at Free (card fees apply); Zoho Invoice starts at AU$15/mo (Standard). SumUp Invoicing offers free invoicing for sumup merchants. Zoho Invoice offers free for 1 user, 1,000 invoices/yr.

Does SumUp Invoicing handle Australian GST and ABN better than Zoho Invoice?

For ATO-compliant GST: SumUp Invoicing = limited, Zoho Invoice = limited. For native ABN field: SumUp Invoicing = limited, Zoho Invoice = 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 — SumUp Invoicing or Zoho Invoice?

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

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.