How to Build Your Own FreeAgent
Replace FreeAgent with a custom build. Accounting software for every small business
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 24 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 24 features
Tax Compliance(5 features)
Generate Final Accounts and Corporation Tax returns data and file from FreeAgent
MTD-compatible solution for staying compliant with new Making Tax Digital for Income Tax rules. Submit quarterly updates and file final declarations
Get a real-time view of how much you owe for your tax return and file it directly to HMRC. Auto-populates most of your tax return
Get a real-time view of your tax calculation including what you owe and when it's due
Generate MTD-compatible VAT returns automatically and file them directly to HMRC in minutes
Analytics(2 features)
See the big picture for your business including cashflow, profit and loss, invoice and tax timelines
Get unique insights into your business performance with tailored trend-spotting and tips
Automation(2 features)
Process receipts and bills faster with automatic data extraction, transaction matching and categorisation
Save time with smart categorisation which automatically explains new transactions based on previous descriptions
Invoicing(2 features)
Create and send professional estimates from templates and convert them to invoices in a click
Get paid faster with smart invoicing tools. Create automated invoices and reminders and set up easy online payments
Banking(1 features)
Track your finances with ease and accuracy by setting up a bank feed to automatically import your business transactions
Collaboration(1 features)
Send your accountant or bookkeeper an invite to start working seamlessly together in real time
E-Commerce Integration(1 features)
Connect your Amazon UK Marketplace account to FreeAgent to save time and streamline your admin if you're selling online
Expense Management(1 features)
Track costs quickly and easily. Snap receipts and record out-of-pocket expenses on the go
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 24 features at easy complexity.