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Best client tools for developers

Lean freelancing stacks for contracts and invoices — Bonsai, Indy, Harvest, Wave, Zoho Invoice.

# Tool Entry /mo Annual /mo Seats Free? Why on this list Visit
1 Bonsai $15 $9 Per user No Proposals, contracts, invoices, and tax tools for freelancers Visit
2 Indy $25 $18.75 1 seat Yes Free-first freelance workspace for projects, contracts, and invoices Visit
3 Harvest $9 $9 Per user Yes Time tracking and simple invoicing for freelancers and teams Visit
4 Wave $0 $15.83 Not listed Yes Free invoicing and accounting; Pro removes payment fees on early transactions Visit
5 Zoho Invoice $0 $0 2 seats Yes Forever-free invoicing for freelancers and SMEs Visit
6 Moxie $12 $10 1 seat No Client portal, forms, contracts, and invoicing for freelancers (formerly Hectic) Visit

FAQ

What is the best freelancer tool for developers?

Shortlist (verified entry prices): Bonsai $15/mo; Indy $25/mo; Harvest $9/mo; Wave $0/mo; Zoho Invoice $0/mo; Moxie $12/mo. Match features to your craft — photographers lean HoneyBook/Dubsado; developers lean Bonsai/Indy/Harvest.

Is cheapest always best?

No. Payment fees, seat models, and workflow fit usually matter more than a $10 sticker. Use the yearly calculator on the freelance hub.