Comparison

Bookkeeping vs FutureFlow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bookkeeping

This app provides double-entry bookkeeping and invoicing for small businesses, non-profits, and clubs. It works offline and syncs data across devices using Dropbox. Manage unlimited companies and transactions with a variety of financial tools.

Highlights
  • Double-entry bookkeeping
  • Invoicing and quotations
  • Offline functionality
  • Dropbox synchronization
  • Unlimited companies and transactions
  • Multi-currency support
  • PDF reports
Features
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DOUBLE ENTRY BOOKKEEPING AND INVOICING FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS, NON-PROFIT, OR CLUB. KEEPS WORKING EVEN WHEN THE INTERNET DOES NOT. Your data stored on your device. We have no access to your data. Pay by the month (with auto-renewable subscriptions) instead of an outright purchase. FEATURES HIGHLIGHT: No limit on the number of company books. No limit on the number of transactions. Synchronise between devices using your own Dropbox account. Built in example book so you can explore the program before making a commitment with an auto-renewable subscription. Bookkeeping is a self contained mobile bookkeeping and invoicing solution for your iPad and iPhone. It has multi-device synchronisation using Dropbox so you can work on your books on any of your devices no matter where you are or what iTunes account you use; and it supports as many or as few currencies as you need. You just need basic bookkeeping knowledge to make use of the multitude of capabilities of this program. Bookkeeping works with or without cellular coverage. Bookkeeping works wherever you are. Synchronise when you get cellular/WiFi coverage again. With Bookkeeping you have a fully functional program right on your iPad and iPhone. Bookkeeping has been used in over 40 countries including the USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, and South Africa. Some of the Bookkeeping features … - Configure separate Company books for each company you operate - No limit to the number of Transactions - Invoicing , Quotations , RFQs , Purchase Orders - Email or Print all Invoices, Quotes, Orders, and Reports in convenient PDF format - Adjustments, Returns, Refunds - Supports non-standard financial periods - Recurring transactions - Cheque Book, Deposit Book, Bank Transfers - Bank Reconciliation - Import Bank Transactions - General Journal - Expense Budgeting - Configurable sales tax codes (Sales Tax, VAT Tax, Goods and Service Taxes, etc) - Multiple sales taxes per line item - Complex sales taxes (e.g. Canadian PST+GST, Philippines) - Calculate levies, duties, importation taxes - Calculate credit card merchant fees deducted from payments - Dropbox integration - Products, Services, & Inventory - Separate product prices per currency - Automatic Cost of Goods Sold calculations - Share Portfolio - Multi-Currency Support - Foreign currency transactions - Foreign currency bank accounts - Search - Job Tracking - Bank Reconciliation - Departments & Trading Names - Multi-Device Synchronisation - Configuration options to tailor to your needs - 47 PDF Reports (Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss, etc) - Taxable Payments Reporting for the Australian Building and Construction industry - Australian BAS Worksheet reporting - Built in tax codes for Australian GST - Support for WET (Wine Equilisation Taxes) - GST Compliant Adjustment Notes Purchase an auto-renewable subscription to be able to enter data into this program. If you do not have a valid auto-renewable subscription, then you can load the example book and can view the information in the books. However you are required to purchase and maintain an auto-renewable subscription to enter data into the program. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. The EULA, Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy can be found in the About screen of this application and on our website. Privacy Policy: https://bookkeeping.warby.com/Privacy Terms of Use: https://bookkeeping.warby.com/Terms End User License Agreement: https://bookkeeping.warby.com/EULA

About

FutureFlow

This app provides a clear, real-time overview of your finances by securely connecting to your bank accounts. It automatically tracks subscriptions, categorizes spending, and offers budgeting tools to help you manage your money effectively.

Highlights
  • Real-time account balances and transactions
  • Automatic subscription tracking
  • Spending categorization
  • Net worth tracking
  • Budgeting and goal setting
  • Financial insights and bill reminders
Features
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FutureFlow connects your bank accounts and turns your money into a clear, real-time picture — what is coming in, what is going out, and what is safe to spend. Securely link your accounts with Plaid and FutureFlow does the rest: • Real-time balances and transactions across every account • Automatic subscription tracking — see every recurring charge before it hits • Spending by category, so you know where your money actually goes • Net worth that updates as your accounts move • Budgets and goals to keep you on plan • Insights that surface unusual spending and upcoming bills Your connections are secured through Plaid with bank-level encryption, and we never sell your data. FutureFlow Pro Start with 1 month free, then choose monthly or annual. Pro unlocks bank connections, real-time sync, subscription tracking, insights, and net worth. Cancel anytime. Subscriptions are billed to your Apple ID and renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your App Store account settings. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms: https://joinfutureflow.com/terms Privacy: https://joinfutureflow.com/privacy

Screenshots

Bookkeeping4 screens
FutureFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FutureFlow at Free against Bookkeeping's $2.99. FutureFlow also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

FutureFlow is free to download; Bookkeeping costs $2.99 up front. Bookkeeping sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and FutureFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FutureFlow holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Bookkeeping's written reviews are positive against 100% of FutureFlow's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bookkeeping ships an update every 3 months, FutureFlow every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Bookkeeping versus FutureFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBookkeepingFutureFlow
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (7 ratings)5.0 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings715 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWarby Software Pty LtdNXT Financial Group LLC

Customer experience

Bookkeeping

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral28.6%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews134 reviews
Positive73.9%
Neutral5.2%
Negative20.9%

FutureFlow

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Bookkeeping

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App crashes when setting year start date
  • Screen misalignment on iPad 2
  • Persistent rating prompt pop-ups
  • Unable to change default quantity on sale line items
  • App locks when editing setup
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  • Crashes when entering PIN code
  • Data not retained properly
  • No password/security functionality
  • Incompatibility with older iOS versions

Requested features

16 requests
  • Cloud sync across multiple iOS devices
  • Receipt photo capture functionality
  • Simplified version for sole traders
  • Trial/demo version before purchase
  • Mac application version
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  • Improved reporting features (monthly sales, category reports)
  • Discount application in quick entry
  • Partial refund capability
  • Customizable invoice headings
  • Budget vs. actual comparison reports
  • Payroll functionality
  • Preprinted cheque support
  • Better UI/UX design and color scheme
  • Dashboard overview of financial position
  • Invoice layout editor without HTML knowledge
  • Multi-user sync capability

FutureFlow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bookkeeping

Subscriptions1
  • Data Entry for 1 Month1 Month trial$2.991 Month
2 purchases

FutureFlow

Subscriptions2
  • FutureFlow Pro1 Month trial$14.991 Month
  • FutureFlow Pro1 Month trial$149.991 Year

Questions

Is Bookkeeping free?
Bookkeeping costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is FutureFlow free?
FutureFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bookkeeping or FutureFlow?
FutureFlow is rated higher. Bookkeeping averages 3.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while FutureFlow averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.
Do Bookkeeping or FutureFlow have ads?
Neither Bookkeeping nor FutureFlow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bookkeeping or FutureFlow?
Bookkeeping ships an update every 3 months, and FutureFlow every 10 days. Most recently, Bookkeeping was updated on October 27, 2026 and FutureFlow on October 24, 2026.

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