Quick comparison
| Option | Best for | Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Invoice template | Occasional invoices | Easy to break formatting or forget fields |
| Invoice generator | Repeat freelance billing | Requires entering structured details |
When to use a template
- You invoice rarely.
- You have one simple service.
- You are comfortable editing the same file manually.
When to use an invoice generator
- You invoice multiple clients.
- You need clean line items and totals.
- You want a repeatable workflow.
Free and Pro
smpl.invoices: Free — Unlimited invoices, saved rates and line items, Canadian sales-tax support, PDF download and owner-confirmed e-Transfer/bank payments. Pro — $8.99 CAD/month or $89.90 CAD/year. See who owes you and send overdue reminders together. Apply disclosed flat or percentage late fees automatically. Recurring invoices, or signed service agreements that charge the client’s saved card each visit. Your logo, card-payment links and branding removal. Each product has its own optional Pro plan.