search
Get Started
search
zoom_in Click to enlarge

GnuCash

8.34
Great
▲ ▼
Accounting Software Free Personal Finance Desktop Software Open Source Bookkeeping Double Entry Investment Tracking Powerful Report
Free Plan
star Add Saving

description GnuCash Overview

Available for Windows, macOS and Linux, GnuCash brings double-entry accounting to a free, open-source desktop application. It can track income and expenses alongside bank accounts and investments, including stocks. Small-business functions include invoicing, while financial reports help users inspect account balances and activity rather than relying only on a running list of transactions. Its local-file approach gives users direct control over their accounting data, which appeals to people who prefer keeping records outside a hosted service.

That control also means taking responsibility for backups and safe file handling. It is not a cloud collaboration system, and sharing an accounting file through a sync service does not provide simultaneous multi-user editing. Bank import and online-banking capabilities depend on supported formats and setup. GnuCash suits financially literate users comfortable learning accounting conventions and managing a desktop workflow.

help GnuCash FAQ

Is GnuCash free to use?

Yes, GnuCash is completely free and open-source software.

Does GnuCash have a mobile app?

GnuCash has limited mobile support. The desktop version can be used on tablets and smartphones via remote desktop apps.

Can I use GnuCash for personal or business accounting?

Yes, GnuCash is suitable for both personal and small business accounting needs.

swap_horiz
Looking for GnuCash alternatives? Compare top competitors ranked & scored
arrow_forward

explore Explore More

emoji_events Best Accounting Software Rankings arrow_forward compare GnuCash vs Quicken arrow_forward compare GnuCash vs uBlock Origin arrow_forward compare GnuCash vs Tailscale arrow_forward

Reviews & Comments

Write a Review

rate_review

Be the first to review

Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.

Sign In to Review
8.34
LUNOO
VS
?
YOU
Think we got it wrong? Prove it →
8.34
Great
8.34
LUNOO
VS
?
YOU
Think we got it wrong? Prove it
Why this score
Long-standing open-source reputation, powerful double-entry features, and active maintenance; dated interface, steep learning curve, and limited automation remain common criticisms.
Agree with this score?

compare_arrows Similar Accounting Software

Quicken
Quicken
Accounting Software, Personal Finance, Legacy
7.18
uBlock Origin
uBlock Origin
Browser Extension, Free, Lightweight
9.12
Tailscale
Tailscale
VPN, Free, Security
9.12
Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code
Code Editor, Free, Professional
9.01
Blender 4.0
Blender 4.0
Design, Free, Professional
9.00
PBRT
PBRT
3D Rendering, Free, Open Source
8.94
swap_horiz See all alternatives to GnuCash

explore More Free picks

Wikipedia
Wikipedia
Free
9.53
Qualys SSL Labs
Qualys SSL Labs
SSL Tool
9.42
W3C CSS Validation Service
W3C CSS Validation Service
Validator
9.42
Khan Academy
Khan Academy
Online Learning
9.23
Golden Gate
Golden Gate
Climbing Route
9.20
arrow_forward Browse All Free

explore More Personal Finance picks

You Need A Budget (YNAB)
You Need A Budget (YNAB)
Personal Finance
9.03
YNAB (You Need A Budget)
YNAB (You Need A Budget)
Knowledge Management
8.82
You Need A Budget (Physical Method)
You Need A Budget (Physical Method)
Expense Management
8.69
Copilot Money
Copilot Money
Personal Finance
8.57
You Need A Budget (Mobile App)
You Need A Budget (Mobile App)
Personal Finance
8.42
arrow_forward Browse All Personal Finance

reviews User Reviews

rate_review

No reviews yet

Be the first to share your experience

Share your thoughts

Your review helps others decide

explore More Desktop Software picks

Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop
Photo Editing
9.07
QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise
QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise
Accounting
7.97
S
SEOquake
Browser Extension
7.56
QuickBooks Desktop
QuickBooks Desktop
Desktop
7.42
Manager.io
Manager.io
Accounting
7.42
arrow_forward Browse All Desktop Software
10 of 37

Save to your list

Save your favorites and follow how their scores change over time.

Save favorites
Track changes
Compare scores

Already have an account? Sign in

Compare Items

See how they stack up against each other

Comparing
VS
Select 1 more item to compare
compare_arrows Compare