# Zoho Invoice Maker App vs Joist

Zoho Invoice Maker App and Joist both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Zoho Invoice Maker App's written reviews are positive against 61% of Joist's. Zoho Invoice Maker App also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and device support (4 vs 2). Joist's advantage is chart position (#15 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zoho Invoice Maker App sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Joist sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Zoho Invoice Maker App against 4.7 for Joist. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15K and 14K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Zoho Invoice Maker App's written reviews are positive against 61% of Joist's.

Zoho Invoice Maker App ships an update every 9 days, Joist every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zoho Invoice Maker App | Joist |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoho-invoice-maker-app/id413017364/reviews)** | [4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joist-estimate-invoice-maker/id592163563/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 14K |
| Positive reviews | **90.5% of reviews** | 61.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#15** |
| Size | 396 MB | 193 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zoho Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/388384807) | [Joist Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/512868153) |

## What reviewers say

### Zoho Invoice Maker App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoho-invoice-maker-app/id413017364)

Create professional invoices and estimates for your small business. Send them directly to clients, accept online payments, and automate reminders for overdue bills. Track expenses and gain insights into your business finances with comprehensive reports.

**Highlights:** Create professional invoices, Generate estimates, Accept online payments, Automated payment reminders, Track business expenses, Customer portal, Time tracking for projects

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic - Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Basic Plan - Monthly | $10.99 | per month |
| Standard - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Standard Plan - Monthly | $21.99 | per month |
| Professional - Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Professional Plan - Monthly | $32.99 | per month |
| Basic - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Basic Plan - Yearly | $107.99 | per year |
| Standard - Yearly | $149.99 | per year |
| Standard Plan - Yearly | $229.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💰 Free app
- ⭐ Excellent functionality
- 🔧 Customizable templates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🔒 Security concerns with account access
- 💻 Requires internet connection
- 📁 Difficulty managing contacts and expenses

**Reported bugs**

- Invoices not sending to clients
- Inability to edit or delete saved contacts
- Timesheet entries not syncing properly
- Recurring invoice issues

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for invoicing
- Advanced expense tracking and categorization
- Bulk invoice management and emailing
- Integration with accounting software
- Customizable invoice templates and branding


### Joist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joist-estimate-invoice-maker/id592163563)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

Streamline your contracting business with this app. Create professional estimates and invoices quickly, accept payments, and manage client information all from your mobile device. Save time and win more jobs with organized project management.

**Highlights:** Create professional estimates and invoices, Accept credit card and PayPal payments, Manage client information, Convert estimates to invoices, Attach photos and contracts, Export to accounting software

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quickbooks Sync Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Joist Basics Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Joist Pro Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Joist Elite Monthly | $31.99 | per month |
| Quickbooks Sync Annual | $90.99 | per year |
| Joist Run Monthly | $99.99 | per month |
| Joist Basics Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Joist Pro Annual | $169.99 | per year |
| Joist Elite Annual | $319.99 | per year |
| Joist Run Annual | $999.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Professional-looking invoices
- 🚀 Convenient for small businesses
- 🚀 Helpful for organizing estimates and invoices
- 🚀 Great customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Security and payment processing issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔒 Locking users out of their data
- 🤯 Removing previously free features

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing when removing photos
- Estimates and invoices not being delivered
- Inconsistent behavior across devices
- Issues with payment processing and funds being held

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Ability to customize invoices and estimates
- More payment options
- Integration with accounting software
- Better organization and search for past invoices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zoho Invoice Maker App free?

Zoho Invoice Maker App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Joist free?

Joist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Zoho Invoice Maker App or Joist?

Zoho Invoice Maker App is rated higher. Zoho Invoice Maker App averages 4.9 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Joist averages 4.7 from 14K ratings.

### Do Zoho Invoice Maker App or Joist have ads?

Neither Zoho Invoice Maker App nor Joist shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Zoho Invoice Maker App or Joist?

Zoho Invoice Maker App ships an update every 9 days, and Joist every 2 weeks. Most recently, Zoho Invoice Maker App was updated on October 30, 2026 and Joist on October 30, 2026.

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