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What is Clear Books?
UK bookkeeping and accounting software with dedicated sole-trader and property plans, plus broader Small, Medium and Large business packages.
Clear Books
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UK sole traders, landlords and businesses choosing a plan for their actual entity and accounting workflow.
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Compare products →Clear Books features
Vendor-described capabilities; availability can depend on the plan.
- Income and expense records
- Invoicing and bank feeds on qualifying plans
- Accountant access
- VAT and CIS features on appropriate packages
Clear Books pricing considerations
Free plans for sole traders and property
Match the business type before comparing fees. Published GBP subscriptions add VAT; monthly, annual and two-year terms and promotional periods differ.
Dedicated Sole Trader Free and Property Free plans are listed. Small, Medium and Large business packages are paid; paid-plan trials are separate.
Compare verified UK base prices and costs →What to check before choosing
- Free sole-trader and property plans have a narrower scope than business packages.
- VAT, project accounting, multicurrency and payroll depend on the chosen package or add-on.
Test the same sample work, confirm your required plan and check how to export your data before committing.
Clear Books FAQs
Does Clear Books have a free plan?
Dedicated Sole Trader Free and Property Free plans are listed. Small, Medium and Large business packages are paid; paid-plan trials are separate.
Who is Clear Books for?
UK sole traders, landlords and businesses choosing a plan for their actual entity and accounting workflow.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.