Software comparison
AstaBill vs Zoho Invoice
Zoho Invoice is a capable global product. AstaBill is built specifically for Ghana — with Mobile Money, Paystack, GHS pricing, and a setup time of under ten minutes.
Feature comparison
| Feature | AstaBill | Zoho Invoice |
|---|---|---|
| Create and send invoices | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile Money payments (MoMo) | ✓ | — |
| Paystack payment integration | ✓ | — |
| Public invoice link (no client login) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic payment confirmation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automated email reminders | ✓ | ✓ |
| WhatsApp reminder copy | ✓ | — |
| Ghana Cedis (GHS) native support | ✓ | — |
| Team access with roles | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recurring invoices | ✓ | ✓ |
| Client portal | — | ✓ |
| Free plan available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Quick setup (under 10 minutes) | ✓ | — |
When AstaBill is the better fit
You need Mobile Money and Paystack in one workflow
Zoho Invoice supports global payment gateways but does not integrate with Paystack or support MTN MoMo natively. For Ghana businesses, AstaBill connects directly to the payment methods your clients actually use.
You want a simpler tool you can set up in minutes
Zoho Invoice is part of a broad suite with many configuration options. AstaBill is focused: create an invoice, share the link, collect payment. Most businesses are live in under ten minutes.
You invoice in GHS and want GHS-native pricing
AstaBill plans are priced in GHS and the product is built around Ghana's business context. Zoho Invoice's pricing and payment processing are structured around USD and international markets.
You follow up on payments over WhatsApp
AstaBill generates pre-formatted WhatsApp reminder copy on Starter and above. Zoho Invoice handles email reminders but has no WhatsApp-specific workflow support.
When Zoho Invoice might be better
- You want a client portal where customers can log in to view all their invoices — Zoho Invoice includes this; AstaBill does not.
- You are already using the Zoho suite (CRM, Books, etc.) and want a tightly integrated workflow.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zoho Invoice support Paystack or Mobile Money?+
No. Zoho Invoice supports Stripe, PayPal, and other international gateways, but not Paystack or MTN Mobile Money. For Ghanaian businesses that need MoMo payment collection, AstaBill is the practical choice.
Is Zoho Invoice free?+
Zoho Invoice is free for up to a limited number of clients and invoices per month. AstaBill's free plan covers 30 invoices and 5 payment links. Paid plans start at GHS 69/month.
Does AstaBill support recurring invoices like Zoho?+
Yes. AstaBill supports recurring invoice scheduling. Both AstaBill and Zoho Invoice handle recurring invoices — AstaBill pairs this with native Paystack payments and Mobile Money.
Can I migrate from Zoho Invoice to AstaBill?+
There is no direct import. You can recreate your client records and open invoices in AstaBill manually — most businesses complete this in under an hour.
Which is better for a small Ghana business that just needs invoicing?+
AstaBill is purpose-built for Ghana's invoicing and payment context — Mobile Money, Paystack, GHS, WhatsApp sharing. If you do not need a full accounting suite, AstaBill is the faster, simpler, and more locally relevant option.
Ghana-first invoicing — free to start
Mobile Money, Paystack, GHS. Set up in under ten minutes. No complex onboarding or global pricing tiers.