Comparison

ExpenSys vs FreeAgent Mobile Accounting

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

Head to head
About

ExpenSys

Capture receipts and expense details on the go, even without a signal. This app uses OCR and GPS to accurately log expenses, detect duplicates, and support international use. It requires integration with the full ExpenSys solution for businesses.

Highlights
  • OCR receipt capture
  • Automatic detail extraction
  • Duplicate detection
  • International support
  • GPS mileage logging
  • Mobile approvals
Features
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Easily capture your receipts and expense details anywhere you go, even with no signal or Wi-Fi. For businesses large and small operating all around the globe, the ExpenSys app allows users to get on with their day without expenses getting in the way. Must be used as part of the full ExpenSys solution. All mobile features include: • Lightning quick OCR receipt capture (Powered by Google Machine Learning) • Key expense details securely and accurately captured • Intelligent duplicate detection technology eliminates mistakes • Tapping ‘Start’ and ‘Finish’ allows GPS to quickly pre-populate mileage logs • Fully international with multiple languages available • Use OCR to scan emailed receipts and invoices on the mobile • Saved images and files can be shared with the ExpenSys app • Mobile approval for when you are out and about • Auto-capture of VAT details All captured items can be reconciled online before submission, and further information about each claim item may be added if required to ensure compliance with tax rules, company policy and anti-bribery legislation. To learn about the full ExpenSys solution please visit www.ExpenSys.com.

About

FreeAgent Mobile Accounting

Manage your business finances on the go. Snap receipts for expenses, send invoices, track cash flow, and gain insights into your business performance. Connect your bank account for real-time transaction updates and automated categorization.

Highlights
  • Expense receipt snapping
  • Invoice creation and sending
  • Online payment integration
  • Automated bank transaction feeds
  • Business performance insights
  • Time and mileage tracking
  • Cashflow monitoring
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Snap an expense, check your cashflow, stay on top of overdue invoices. Take care of business, anywhere. Invoicing Send invoices on the go, and get paid faster with online payments and Tap to Pay. And, if you do have any late payers, let FreeAgent chase them for you. Expenses Upgrade to a more automated and organised expense management system. Snap expense receipts and FreeAgent will extract the information for you. Banking Set up a bank feed and let all of your transactions flow into your FreeAgent account in real time. FreeAgent automatically categorises your transactions and matches saved receipts to bank transactions that match the date and value. Radar Radar is the smartest way to keep an eye on your business, with intelligent insights, tailored trend spotting and personalised tips all in one place. Power through quick tasks with your Admin To-Do List, understand how your business is performing and be alerted to interesting business and customer insights (like who is slowest paying). Other features available on the FreeAgent mobile app include: - Estimates - Bills - Time tracking - Mileage - Cashflow - Tax Timeline What else can FreeAgent do? - Add the FreeAgent app widget to your phone’s home screen to keep track of what’s on your Radar To-Do List without having to open the app. - Reorder your homescreen on the FreeAgent app so the information that’s most important to you appears first. - Switch between multiple FreeAgent accounts easily. - Update your company details, including your logo, while you’re on the go. - Link your bank account to FreeAgent quickly and securely through your bank’s mobile app. Please note you need to have an active FreeAgent account to use this app. Signing up to FreeAgent gives you access to both the mobile app and the desktop version of the software. When you log in to your account on your laptop or desktop computer, you will be able to access extra functionality including: - Project management functionality - RTI-compliant payroll - MTD-compliant VAT filing directly to HMRC - Self Assessment filing directly to HMRC for sole traders and limited company directors New to FreeAgent? Create an account to start your 30-day free trial. Existing FreeAgent users If you’re an existing FreeAgent user, simply download the app and sign in to your account. Terms of service https://www.freeagent.com/company/terms/?ios=true

Screenshots

ExpenSys4 screens
FreeAgent Mobile Accounting4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ExpenSys at none against FreeAgent Mobile Accounting's 10. ExpenSys also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). FreeAgent Mobile Accounting's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 33%). On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. FreeAgent Mobile Accounting sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $12.00 per month. ExpenSys asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ExpenSys ships an update every 10 days, FreeAgent Mobile Accounting fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ExpenSys versus FreeAgent Mobile Accounting: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExpenSysFreeAgent Mobile Accounting
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (44 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews64.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—44 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB235 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperExpenSysFreeAgent Central Ltd

Customer experience

ExpenSys

Written reviews18 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative61.1%

FreeAgent Mobile Accounting

All ratings44 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive64.1%
Neutral12.6%
Negative23.3%

In-app purchases

None

ExpenSys

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

FreeAgent Mobile Accounting

Subscriptions8
  • FreeAgent - 1 Month1 Month trial$12.001 Month
  • FreeAgent - 1 Month1 Month trial$22.991 Month
  • FreeAgent - 1 Month1 Month trial2 variants$35.001 Month
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  • FreeAgent - 1 Month1 Month trial$39.991 Month
  • FreeAgent - 12 Months1 Month trial$119.991 Year
  • FreeAgent - 12 Months1 Month trial$229.991 Year
  • FreeAgent - 12 Months1 Month trial2 variants$299.991 Year
  • FreeAgent - 12 Months1 Month trial$399.991 Year

Questions

Is ExpenSys free?
ExpenSys is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FreeAgent Mobile Accounting free?
FreeAgent Mobile Accounting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ExpenSys or FreeAgent Mobile Accounting have ads?
Neither ExpenSys nor FreeAgent Mobile Accounting shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ExpenSys or FreeAgent Mobile Accounting?
ExpenSys ships an update every 10 days, and FreeAgent Mobile Accounting fortnightly. Most recently, ExpenSys was updated on November 1, 2026 and FreeAgent Mobile Accounting on November 11, 2026.

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