VelBooks vs Khatabook: An Honest Comparison
Looking for a Khatabook alternative for billing? Here is a fair, sourced comparison of features, devices and published prices, including where Khatabook is the better choice.
Last updated: 3 October 2026
The short answer
Choose Khatabook if…
you mainly need a free app to track credit (udhaar) and send payment reminders.
Choose VelBooks if…
you need complete GST billing, stock, returns and an online store for your shop or trading business.
VelBooks vs Khatabook: side by side
| VelBooks | Khatabook | |
|---|---|---|
| Published price | Basic ₹299/mo (≈ ₹3,588/yr) / Gold ₹499/mo (≈ ₹5,988/yr) / Elite ₹799/mo (≈ ₹9,588/yr) + GST; introductory | The core apps (digital ledger, payment reminders) are free. Prices for premium features were not published on the homepage when we checked. |
| Type | Web-based (SaaS), runs in the browser | Digital ledger (khata) app with billing features |
| Devices | Desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile via browser; VelBooks POS add-on on Android | Android, iOS and desktop |
| Offline use | Web app needs internet; VelBooks POS add-on works offline | See their site |
| GST billing | Yes | Invoice creation; see their site for GST details |
| Inventory & barcode | Yes | Inventory management listed; see their site |
| GSTR filing & return management | Yes | See their site |
| Accounting | Financial accounts management | Digital ledger (credit and debit) and business reports |
| Order management | Yes | See their site |
| Online store | Included in all plans | Not listed on their homepage |
| Languages | Supports all languages | See their site |
| Trial / free plan | Free 30-day trial of the full app | Free apps |
Khatabook information is as of Oct 2026; please check their site. Sources: Khatabook website. Prices exclude GST unless stated. Where we write "see their site", we could not confirm the detail from public pages. If anything here is out of date, email admin@finacc.in and we will correct it.
Where Khatabook is stronger
- Free apps for a digital khata (credit ledger) with payment reminders
- Native Android and iOS apps
- A Tally-on-mobile option (BizAnalyst) for businesses that already use Tally
Where VelBooks may fit better
- A full GST billing system with inventory, barcode, GSTR filing and return management
- An online store and order management in the same app
- Accounts that follow from your bills and purchases, not only a credit ledger
- Published monthly pricing
Switching from Khatabook to VelBooks
- Sign up at app.velbooks.com and start the free 30-day trial.
- Set up your business profile and invoice details.
- Export your item and customer lists from Khatabook (most software can export to Excel) and add them to VelBooks. Ask us for help.
- Enter opening stock and opening balances as on your switch date.
- Bill in VelBooks for a few days while you still have access to your old data, then switch fully.
Tip: switch at the start of a month or quarter so your GST returns are easy to reconcile.
Frequently asked questions
Is VelBooks a good Khatabook alternative for billing?
It depends on how you work. VelBooks suits businesses that want GST billing, inventory with barcode, GSTR filing, accounts, orders and an online store in one browser-based app. Choose Khatabook if you mainly need a free app to track credit (udhaar) and send payment reminders.
Is VelBooks cheaper than Khatabook?
VelBooks costs ₹299, ₹499, ₹799 per month + GST (introductory). Khatabook's published prices (as of Oct 2026) are summarised above; compare the plan that matches your needs, and check Khatabook's site for current prices.
Does VelBooks work offline?
The VelBooks web app is browser-based and needs an internet connection. The VelBooks POS add-on for counter billing works offline and syncs bills when the connection returns.
Can I try VelBooks before switching?
Yes. Sign up at app.velbooks.com for a free 30-day trial of the full app.
Run billing, stock and your online store from one app
Sign up at app.velbooks.com and use the full app free for 30 days. Questions first? Call or WhatsApp us.
Or call +91 81472 70720 · admin@finacc.in