Honest comparison, no slimy bait
WaffleInvoice vs Invoice Simple: Which is better for contractors and tradespeople?
Pick WaffleInvoice if
Best if you want free invoice creation and a client portal, with recurring billing, online payments and unlimited email sends on Pro.
Pick Invoice Simple if
Best if you want a simple mobile-first app to knock out an invoice on your phone at the job site and do not need a portal or recurring billing.
Feature comparison
| Feature | WaffleInvoice | Invoice Simple |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Unlimited creation; 25 email sends / rolling 30 days✓ | Limited free invoices, then paywall |
| Branded invoices, no watermark | Pro; Free PDFs include WaffleInvoice branding✓ | Branding/limits on free |
| Card payments | Pro, through your own Stripe account | Stripe / PayPal / card |
| Recurring invoices | Yes (Pro)✓ | No |
| Client portal | Yes✓ | No, per-invoice links |
| Estimates / quotes | Yes | Yes |
| SMS reminders | Yes, built in (Pro)✓ | Limited |
| Native mobile app | iPhone and iPad; Android via mobile web | Native iOS and Android✓ |
| On-the-go phone invoicing | iOS app and mobile web | Yes, app-first |
Pricing
WaffleInvoice
Free includes unlimited invoice, estimate and client creation, with 25 invoice email sends per rolling 30 days (new accounts: 5 per 24 hours for 14 days). Pro is $19/month or $190/year for unlimited sends, online payments, recurring billing, reminders, time tracking and removal of WaffleInvoice PDF branding.
Invoice Simple
Free to create a limited number of invoices, then a paid plan (around $9.99/mo and up) to keep going and remove limits. Payments via Stripe, PayPal, or card.
WaffleInvoice vs Invoice Simple: the honest take
Invoice Simple lives up to its name: a clean, mobile-first app for creating an invoice or estimate on your phone at the job site. Its native iOS and Android apps and app-first workflow are its main strength, and for someone who just wants to tap out an invoice between jobs, it feels effortless.
WaffleInvoice wins on what you get for free and on follow-through. Free includes unlimited invoice creation and a client portal, with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days. Pro removes the send cap and adds recurring billing, reminders and online payments through your own Stripe account.
The trade-off is mobile platform coverage versus capability. Both have iPhone apps, while Invoice Simple also has a native Android app and WaffleInvoice uses mobile web on Android. WaffleInvoice adds the portal, recurring invoices, and reminders that keep cash flowing without manual chasing.
Both are quick to start, so the cheapest test is to send a real invoice from each and see which fits how you actually work.
Make the switch
Switch from Invoice Simple to WaffleInvoice
Create unlimited invoices and clients free, with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days (new accounts: 5 per 24 hours for 14 days). Pro adds unlimited sends and online payments. No card to sign up; card on first Send, never charged on Free.
WaffleInvoice vs Invoice Simple FAQs
Is WaffleInvoice free, unlike Invoice Simple?
WaffleInvoice offers free unlimited invoice creation, with 25 email sends per rolling 30 days; Pro adds unlimited sends. Invoice Simple lets you create a limited number of invoices free, then requires a paid plan (around $9.99/mo and up) to continue without limits.
Does Invoice Simple have a client portal or recurring invoices?
No. Invoice Simple focuses on quickly creating individual invoices and estimates. WaffleInvoice adds a client portal and recurring billing, which Invoice Simple does not offer.
Does WaffleInvoice have a mobile app?
Yes. WaffleInvoice has an iPhone and iPad app plus a mobile web experience. Android access is through the mobile browser.
Can I switch from Invoice Simple?
Yes. Re-create your clients in a free WaffleInvoice account; online payments require Pro and Stripe. There is no agreement, so you can try both before deciding.
Which is better for a contractor?
A contractor who wants a quick phone app for occasional invoices may like Invoice Simple. One who invoices often and wants free creation and a portal, with recurring billing and reminders on Pro will get more from WaffleInvoice.
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