BillCraft vs MyBillBook
Both have free tiers. Both target Indian small businesses. The difference is what hits you when you scale: BillCraft stays free for invoicing forever; MyBillBook is free at the entry tier with paid upgrades for things like e-way bills, custom formats, and multi-firm. Here’s the honest split.
BillCraft
Free web-based invoice + GST bill generator. Works in any browser, also has an Android app. 13+ bill formats, instant PDF download, no signup wall.
MyBillBook
India-first billing + inventory app from FloBiz. Android + Windows desktop + web. Free Mobile Lite tier with limits. Mobile Pro ~₹399/yr, Desktop+Mobile ~₹1,499/yr. Diamond plans for multi-user/multi-firm.
The 60-second verdict
If you only read one thing on this page, read this table. Everything else is detail.
| What you care about | BillCraft | MyBillBook |
|---|---|---|
| PriceFor a typical small business | Free forever | Free Lite + paid tiers ~₹399/yr Mobile Pro, ~₹1,499/yr Desktop+Mobile |
| PlatformWhere it runs | Web (any browser) + Android | Android + Windows desktop + web |
| Sign-up required | ✓No — just open and use | ×Yes — phone OTP / account |
| GST invoicesCGST/SGST/IGST auto-calc | ✓Yes | ✓Yes — GST + e-way (paid) |
| Bill templatesDifferent formats for different uses | 13+ designs GST, retail, rent, e-commerce, etc. | Multiple themes Custom invoice format on paid tiers |
| Inventory management | ×No | ✓Yes — stock + barcode |
| Accounting / ledger / P&L | ×No (focused on bills) | ✓Customer ledger + reports |
| Works offline | !Web cache + Android app | ✓Yes (native apps) |
| PDF export | ✓Instant, one tap | ✓Yes |
| Learning curve | Zero — one form, one screen | Low-to-moderate Modern UI, but several modules |
| Best for | Freelancers, side-hustles, occasional billers | Indian shops needing billing + inventory + ledger |
Who should pick what?
Honest answer: there’s no “best.” There’s only what fits your workflow.
Pick BillCraft if…
You just need bills, and you don’t want to hit a paid wall when you scale.
- You’re a freelancer, consultant, service provider, or solo seller
- You don’t track stock, barcodes, or inventory
- You don’t need an in-tool customer ledger or e-way bill
- You bill from any device (laptop, Mac, iPad, Android)
- You want truly unlimited free — not a free tier with feature gates
- Your CA handles books in their own tool
Pick MyBillBook if…
You run a shop with stock, customer ledger, and you’re fine paying for unlocks.
- You sell physical goods and need stock + barcode tracking
- You give udhari and want a customer ledger inside the billing tool
- You generate e-way bills and need it integrated
- You run multiple firms or want multi-user access
- You’re comfortable with Android or Windows desktop apps
- The yearly fee is fine for billing + inventory in one place
Pricing deep-dive
Real numbers from each company’s public pricing page. Verify on their site before paying — prices change.
- Unlimited bills, every format
- GST auto-calc on every line
- PDF download — one tap
- 13+ bill templates included
- Web + Android, both free
- Optional sign-in to sync (also free)
- Free Mobile Lite tier — basic bills, limited formats
- Mobile Pro ~₹399/yr — unlocks templates, e-way bill, more
- Desktop+Mobile ~₹1,499/yr — full Windows + Android sync
- Diamond tiers for multi-user, multi-firm setups
- 7-day free trial typical on paid plans
- Verify current pricing on mybillbook.in/pricing
What each tool actually does well
Quick look at where MyBillBook pulls ahead, and where BillCraft is plenty.
1. Invoice creation
Both produce clean GST invoices. MyBillBook has a polished modern editor, party master, item master, and recurring options. BillCraft has 13+ pre-built formats and zero setup — open and bill.
MyBillBook wins on repeat-customer workflow. BillCraft wins on first-bill speed — no signup, no “create your business” flow, no app install.
2. GST compliance
MyBillBook supports full GST invoicing, HSN, e-invoice, e-way bill (some on paid tiers). It’s built India-first.
BillCraft generates compliant GST tax invoices but does not produce e-way bills or file returns. If you need e-way integrated into the billing flow, MyBillBook (paid) is the right pick.
3. Inventory & stock
MyBillBook does real inventory — stock levels, barcode, low-stock alerts, batch tracking. Solid for retail/wholesale.
BillCraft does no inventory. Pair with another tool (or move to MyBillBook/Vyapar) if stock is core.
4. Accounting & reports
MyBillBook has a customer ledger, party-wise outstanding, daybook, and basic reports — enough for most small shops without going full Tally.
BillCraft has no ledger. Bills only.
5. Where you can use it
MyBillBook runs on Android, Windows desktop, and web — pretty broad. iOS support is limited.
BillCraft works in any browser (Mac, iPhone, Android, Windows, Chromebook) plus an Android app. If you’re an iPhone or Mac user, BillCraft fits more naturally.
6. Customer support
MyBillBook is backed by FloBiz with in-app support, chat, and a help centre. As a newer player it’s actively adding features.
BillCraft is self-serve: docs, FAQ, email contact.
The honest pros & cons
Including the cons of our own tool. Because pretending we’re perfect is how trust gets broken.
BillCraft — Pros
- Free forever — no card, no trial, no upsell
- Zero learning curve — one form, one PDF
- Works in any browser — no install
- 13+ bill formats covering GST, retail, rent, electricity, e-com, medical, travel
- India-tuned defaults — rupee symbol, GST slabs, Indian number format
BillCraft — Cons
- No inventory — bills, not stock
- No customer ledger — no udhari tracking, no outstandings
- No accounting reports — pair with separate tool for books
MyBillBook — Pros
- India-first, GST-tuned — built for Indian SMBs
- Free Mobile Lite tier — generous starting point
- Inventory + billing + ledger in one app
- Web + Android + Windows coverage
- Modern UI — less dated than Tally
- e-way bill integrated (paid tiers)
MyBillBook — Cons
- Free tier is limited — common features behind paywall
- Newer player — less mature than Tally / Vyapar
- Custom invoice format often paid-tier only
- iOS coverage is weak compared to Android/Windows
- Multi-firm / multi-user requires Diamond tier
Switching from MyBillBook to BillCraft?
If you tried MyBillBook and just need bills without the inventory + paid-tier overhead, here’s the path.
Export your data from MyBillBook
Inside MyBillBook, go to Settings → Backup / Export. You can export contacts, items, and invoice history to Excel/CSV. Save it — it’s your business data.
Cancel your paid plan (if any)
If you’re on Mobile Pro or Desktop+Mobile, cancel auto-renewal from Settings → Subscription. The free Lite tier remains available; you keep view access during the remaining period.
Switch live billing to BillCraft
Open pybillcraft.shop/generator. Pick the GST tax invoice format (or one of the 13+ specialised layouts). Bill new clients here from day one. No signup, no yearly fee, no feature gates.
Common questions
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