QuickInvoice vs SmartBill: which invoicing software is better in 2026?
SmartBill is the established, mature all-rounder for accounting and inventory. QuickInvoice is the modern alternative: a free-forever plan with ANAF e-Factura included, and the only one with an AI WhatsApp bot that issues, sends and chases invoices automatically. Here is a fair, point-by-point comparison.
| Criterion | QuickInvoice | SmartBill |
|---|---|---|
| Free forever plan | ✅ Start (10 invoices/mo, e-Factura included) | ❌ no free tier |
| Entry price (paid) | Pro — unlimited invoices | Silver €5.84/mo (30 invoices) |
| ANAF e-Factura included | ✅ | ✅ all plans |
| Automatic e-Factura sending | ✅ (Pro+) | ⚠️ manual on Silver, automatic from Gold |
| AI WhatsApp bot | ✅ unique on the RO market | ❌ |
| Online payments (card on invoice) | ✅ | ⚠️ partial / integrations |
| Recurring invoices | ✅ (Pro+) | ✅ from Gold |
| Inventory / goods receipt | ✅ | ✅ Gestiune pack (from €16.32/mo) |
| e-Transport | ✅ | ✅ from €1.99/mo extra |
| Cost per extra user | Business — unlimited users | +€1.5–€5.5/mo/user |
| Full accounting | ⚠️ invoicing-focused | ✅ mature ecosystem |
Pricing as of July 2026.
In fairness
To be fair: SmartBill is more mature on accounting and inventory, with a broader ecosystem. If you need fully integrated accounting, it is a solid choice.
Verdict
For freelancers and small businesses who want to start free, invoice fast and automate follow-ups on WhatsApp — QuickInvoice wins clearly. For companies that need a full accounting ecosystem — SmartBill remains a mature option.
Start invoicing free
Plan Start free forever — with ANAF e-Factura included.
Start freeFrequent questions
Does SmartBill have a free plan?
No — SmartBill has no permanent free plan; the entry plan is Silver. QuickInvoice offers the Start plan free forever, with ANAF e-Factura included.
Can I migrate from SmartBill to QuickInvoice?
Yes — QuickInvoice has an import module for customers, products and invoices from other platforms.
Do both send e-Factura to ANAF?
Yes, both include ANAF e-Factura. The difference is automation: QuickInvoice sends automatically from the Pro plan, SmartBill manually on Silver and automatically from Gold.
Sources: smartbill.ro/preturi