The FreshBooks Alternative Built for Modern Agencies
FreshBooks is great for basic invoicing. But if you're running an agency, you need more than invoices—you need AI-powered quoting, automated contracts, and profitability tracking that actually works.
Tillage vs. FreshBooks: Side-by-Side
| Feature | Tillage | FreshBooks |
|---|---|---|
| AI-Powered Quote Generation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Automated Contract Creation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Project Profitability Tracking | ✓ Built-in | Limited |
| Online Payments | ✓ 0% fee (Premium) | ✓ 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Recurring Invoices | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data Import from Other Tools | ✓ Easy import | Limited |
| Expense Tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free Plan | ✓ Forever | 30-day trial |
| Starting Price | $0 | $19/month |
Why Agencies Choose Tillage Over FreshBooks
AI-Powered Quoting
FreshBooks requires manual quote creation. Tillage uses AI to generate comprehensive quotes in minutes, suggesting line items, calculating profitability, and ensuring you never undercharge.
Automated Contracts
Turn accepted quotes into contracts instantly. No more copying data between systems or using separate contract tools. Everything flows seamlessly from quote to contract to invoice.
True Profitability Tracking
FreshBooks shows revenue. Tillage shows profit. Track project margins in real-time, see which services are most profitable, and make data-driven pricing decisions.
Lower Payment Fees
FreshBooks charges 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction. Tillage Premium has 0% platform fees—you only pay Stripe's standard rates. On $100K in payments, that's $2,900 saved annually.
Switching from FreshBooks is Easy
Worried about migrating? Don't be. Most agencies are up and running on Tillage in under an hour.
Import Your Data
Export your clients and invoices from FreshBooks, import them into Tillage in minutes.
Set Up Your Templates
Create your quote and invoice templates with your branding and pricing.
Start Quoting
Send your first AI-powered quote and experience the difference.
Ready to Upgrade from FreshBooks?
Join hundreds of agencies that switched to Tillage for better quoting, automated contracts, and higher profit margins. Start free—no credit card required.