Bookkeeping software built for the UK.
LedgerlyPro is bookkeeping software for UK freelancers, sole traders, contractors and small businesses. Organise expenses and invoices, use payroll tools and import supported statements when you choose — £9.99/month after a 30-day trial.
No card needed. Takes under 60 seconds.
- Unlimited invoices and expenses on every plan
- AI categorisation tuned to UK tax rules
- Controlled Statement Import
- Payroll tools included on Premium, with no fixed employee cap
- Free read-only access for your accountant
- Plans £9.99/month with a 30-day free trial, cancel anytime
Features
AI receipt scanning
Photograph a receipt and the AI reads the supplier, amount, VAT and category in about three seconds — no manual typing.
Controlled Statement Import
Import supported CSV/Excel statements when you choose and review suggested expense categories.
Invoicing that gets paid
Send branded invoices with one-click Stripe payment links and let the AI chase overdue payers for you.
Tax record preparation
Organise VAT and Self-Assessment records and review indicative tax-planning estimates. HMRC Making Tax Digital integration is in progress.
What is bookkeeping software, and why does it matter in the UK?
Bookkeeping software records every penny that flows in and out of your business and turns it into clean, tax-ready records. In the UK that job has become non-negotiable: Making Tax Digital (MTD) now requires VAT-registered businesses, and a growing number of sole traders and landlords, to keep digital records and submit updates through compatible software. Paper ledgers and ad-hoc spreadsheets no longer cut it.
Good bookkeeping software brings income, costs, imported statements, receipts and invoices into one organised record. Categorisation still needs review. LedgerlyPro can provide indicative planning figures from available records, but these are not final HMRC liabilities.
LedgerlyPro supports UK-oriented bookkeeping workflows, including mileage records, VAT records, trading-allowance settings and indicative tax planning for supported regions. Rules and thresholds can change, so filing decisions should be checked against current HMRC guidance.
Who is LedgerlyPro bookkeeping software for?
LedgerlyPro is designed for self-employed people and small employers who want a focused bookkeeping workspace.
- Freelancers and contractors who invoice clients and want to get paid faster
- Sole traders who need clean books for Self-Assessment without hiring a full-time accountant
- Creators and consultants juggling multiple income streams
- Small businesses who need payroll tools and Controlled Statement Import in one place
- Anyone moving from spreadsheets to more organised digital records
Keeping records organised throughout the year can make accountant review easier. Any time or fee saving depends on your records and your accountant's service.
LedgerlyPro vs traditional UK accounting software
Bookkeeping needs differ by business. Here are LedgerlyPro's current product details so you can compare them with your own requirements.
| Feature | LedgerlyPro | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £9.99/month | Current plan terms and tax treatment |
| Receipt scanning | AI-assisted and reviewable | Accuracy and review controls |
| Controlled Statement Import | Supported CSV/Excel files | Your file format and fields |
| Payroll | Payroll tools included | Whether you need RTI filing or bureau services |
| Accountant access | Invite your accountant | Permissions and workflow |
How LedgerlyPro stacks up against Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent and Sage.
Get set up in under 30 minutes
- Start your 30-day free trial — no card required.
- Import any historic transaction data from CSV or Excel.
- Import any historic data from CSV or Excel.
- Snap a few receipts and watch the AI categorise them.
- Invite your accountant with a free read-only link.
After import, review categorisation and record completeness. Indicative estimates depend on complete, correctly categorised information and are not final tax calculations.
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose bookkeeping software in the UK?
Choose for the records and workflows your business actually needs. LedgerlyPro combines receipt scanning, invoicing, Controlled Statement Import and payroll tools for £9.99 per month after a 30-day free trial.
Is bookkeeping software useful for a small business?
It can reduce manual record-keeping and help organise information for review. Savings depend on your records, workflow and the time you spend checking automated suggestions.
Do I need bookkeeping software for Making Tax Digital?
Making Tax Digital can require digital records and compatible submission software. LedgerlyPro helps organise records for review; its HMRC Making Tax Digital integration is in progress and is not currently live production filing.
Can I switch from spreadsheets to LedgerlyPro?
Yes — you can import supported CSV or Excel files and review the imported records.
How is my financial data protected?
LedgerlyPro uses access controls and encryption safeguards described in its Privacy and Data Protection policies. No online service can promise absolute security.
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Compare plans on the pricing page — £9.99/month with a 30-day free trial.
Try UK bookkeeping software free for 30 days
No card required. Use Controlled Statement Import, scan receipts and review an indicative tax-planning estimate for supported regions.
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