The Better SevDesk Alternative for Freelancers

Solobooks is built exclusively for solo freelancers in Germany. Better bank sync, simpler interface, and more affordable than SevDesk.

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Solobooks vs SevDesk

See how Solobooks compares to SevDesk for freelancers in Germany

Solobooks SevDesk
Starting Price Free (Starter plan) From €8.90/month
Bank Sync Automatic, real-time sync Available, but complex setup
Target Users Solo freelancers Teams & SMBs
Invoicing Unlimited (Plus) Unlimited
Tax Reports (USt-VA) CSV export & Elster DATEV & Elster
DATEV Export Tax advisor export Full DATEV integration
Ease of Use Simple, focused UI Feature-rich, steeper learning curve
Setup Time Under 2 minutes 15–30 minutes
Support Live chat & email Email & phone (paid plans)

Why Freelancers Choose Solobooks

Purpose-built for solo freelancers — not teams, not agencies, just you.

Better Bank Sync

Connect your bank account in seconds and see transactions automatically categorized. No manual CSV uploads, no complex setup — just real-time sync that works.

Built for Solo Freelancers

SevDesk is designed for teams and growing businesses. Solobooks focuses on what solo freelancers actually need: invoicing, expense tracking, and tax compliance — nothing more, nothing less.

Simpler & More Affordable

Start for free, or get full features from €4.99/month. No bloated feature set, no confusing pricing tiers. Just straightforward accounting at a fair price.

Customer Testimonials

Trusted by Freelancers across Germany

Join thousands of satisfied users who have simplified their accounting

"Solobooks has saved me countless hours every month. The bank connection works perfectly and the tax advisor export makes my life so much easier."

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Anna Schmidt

Graphic Designer · Berlin

"Finally an accounting solution that truly understands German VAT rules. The automatic reminders ensure that I never miss a deadline."

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Michael Weber

Software Developer · Munich

"The invoicing function is fantastic. Professional templates that are fully compliant, and I can create invoices in under a minute."

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Sarah Müller

Marketing Consultant · Hamburg

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Invoices created

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