Invoice Ninja vs Bonsai
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Invoicing & Billing Software for Small Business. Last verified June 20, 2026.
The short answer
Invoice Ninja ranks higher on Top 11 (#7 vs #10) for Small business owners and freelancers sending invoices and tracking payments. A powerful, customizable open-source option for those who want to self-host.
At a glance
| Invoice Ninja | Bonsai | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #7 / The 11 Best Invoicing & Billing Software for Small Business | #10 / The 11 Best Invoicing & Billing Software for Small Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8 | 7.4 |
| Best for | Open-source and self-hosted option | All-in-one suite for freelancers |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $14/mo) | $$ ($24 to $79/mo) |
| HQ | Remote | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2014 | 2016 |
Invoice Ninja
A powerful, customizable open-source option for those who want to self-host.
www.invoiceninja.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Invoicing & Billing Software for Small Business
Bonsai
An integrated platform for freelancer proposals, contracts, and invoicing.
www.hellobonsai.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Invoicing & Billing Software for Small Business
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