Sage Accounting - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

Reviewers appreciate Sage Accounting's Financial Reporting capabilities. They find it useful for generating various reports like profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Users report that it helps in presenting information to investors and management meetings. They highlight the ease of running reports and exporting data to Excel. However, some users mention that the summary graph could be improved and that the lack of budget reporting is frustrating. Of the 30 Sage Accounting users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Financial Reporting, 97% rated this feature as important or highly important.

Reviewers indicate that Sage Accounting's General Ledger is essential for their accounting needs. They find it easy to navigate and appreciate the ability to obtain necessary reports. Users report that it simplifies paperwork and allows for detailed tracking of expenses and liabilities. However, some mention drawbacks like the lack of reversing journals and month-end close capabilities. They also appreciate the custom reporting options available. Of the 18 Sage Accounting users who gave detailed accounts of their use of General Ledger, 94% rated this feature as important or highly important.

Users report that Sage Accounting's Income & Balance Sheet capabilities are clear and easy to understand. They find it helpful for tracking monthly income, expenses, and fixed assets. Reviewers appreciate the ability to generate financial statements as per IFRS and the ease of reviewing finances. They mention that the layout is intuitive and beneficial for both accountants and non-accountants. However, some users find it hard to use and locate information once entered. Of the 25 Sage Accounting users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Income & Balance Sheet, 92% rated this feature as important or highly important.

Reviewers highlight the ease of use and professional templates in Sage Accounting's Billing & Invoicing capabilities. They appreciate capabilities like recurring invoices, payment tracking, and the ability to copy previous invoices. Users report that it integrates well with their existing systems and simplifies the invoicing process. However, some mention difficulties with emailing customer invoices and statements. They find it beneficial for both new and experienced staff. Of the 23 Sage Accounting users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Billing & Invoicing, 91% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“Invoicing is easy, with professional templates with the company logo, payment tracking so I can see if an invoice goes overdue, invoice copying for repeat customers and emailed direct to the client”

Phil C.

Managing Director

“The recurring invoices is so helpful, I have clients that were issuing 100s of invoices on the first of the month, with the recurring invoices this happens automatically and my clients can concentrate on other bookkeeping functions ”

JO

Joyce O.

Director

Users report that Sage Accounting's Bank Reconciliation is straightforward and time-saving. They appreciate the integration with bank accounts for automatic transaction imports and the ability to modify views. Reviewers find it helpful for matching payments and clearing receipts quickly. However, some users mention that it can be complicated with multiple bank accounts and that integration issues may arise. They highlight the reduced chance of errors and quicker month-end reconciliations. Of the 24 Sage Accounting users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Bank Reconciliation, 88% rated this feature as important or highly important.