# Sole App - Simple Accounting App For Australian Sole Traders

> Sole is an Australian-made financial software platform designed specifically for sole traders, freelancers, and the self-employed. Founded by chartered accountant Johann Oberholzer, Sole simplifies invoicing, expense tracking, GST/BAS reporting, cash flow management, and tax compliance — all from a single mobile and web app. Sole is Australia's most affordable accounting software and the only one offering a free forever tier. Pricing: Free forever tier available; Premium at $14.99/month or $149.99/year; 30-day free trial, no credit card required. Available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play). Sole also offers Sole Practice Manager (SPM) for accountants and bookkeepers. Email: support@soleapp.com.au.

Sole App was built to remove complexity from accounting and give independent business owners the tools they need to run their business with confidence. Unlike generic accounting platforms, Sole is designed exclusively for the Australian tax and business environment — covering GST, BAS, ATO compliance, and industry-specific workflows. The platform connects sole traders with their accountants and bookkeepers within a single ecosystem, reducing the need for disconnected tools, long email chains, and last-minute tax scrambles.

## Core Features

- [Invoicing & Quotes](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Create and send professional, branded invoices and quotes in minutes. Supports recurring invoices, payment reminders, custom reference numbers, and real-time status tracking of outstanding invoices.
- [Expense Tracking](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Capture receipts on the go by photo. Expenses are automatically synced, categorised, and stored — no more faded paper trails or spreadsheets.
- [Bank Feed & Reconciliation](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Link your bank account for a live, secure bank feed. Reconcile transactions effortlessly with bank-grade encryption keeping your data safe.
- [GST & BAS Reporting](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Sole makes BAS and tax time straightforward. Income categorisation, GST-ready invoicing, and instant reports keep your data ATO-compliant and ready to share with your accountant.
- [Cash Flow & Financial Reporting](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Real-time business performance dashboard. Track financial targets, automate goal planning, and generate simple or detailed reports for you or your stakeholders.
- [Industry-Specific Templates](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Sole configures itself to your industry — tradies, creatives, photographers, consultants, personal trainers, designers, and more. Tailored invoice, quote, and expense templates reduce setup time.
- [Accountant Collaboration](https://soleapp.com.au/features/): Securely share your financial data with your accountant or bookkeeper in one click. Eliminates email chains and last-minute data requests at tax time.
- [Payments Integration](https://soleapp.com.au/pricing/): Worldpay for Platforms integration supports Direct Debit and Credit/Debit Card payments directly from within Sole App. GoCardless integration also available for automated invoice payment collection.

## Pricing

- [Pricing Page](https://soleapp.com.au/pricing/): Sole uses a simple, transparent subscription model with all core features included.
  - **Free Forever Tier**: Basic functionality with some limits — ideal for those just starting out or with minimal accounting needs.
  - **Premium Monthly**: $14.99/month — full access to all features, no lock-in contract.
  - **Premium Annual**: $149.99/year — best value, cancel anytime.
  - **30-Day Free Trial**: Full feature access, no credit card required.
- [Free Forever Tier Detail](https://soleapp.com.au/soles-free-forever-tier/): The only Australian accounting software offering a genuinely free ongoing tier.

## Products & Platforms

- [Sole for Business](https://soleapp.com.au/): The core mobile and web accounting app for sole traders, freelancers, and small businesses. Available on iOS and Android.
- [Sole Practice Manager (SPM)](https://soleapp.com.au/about/): A dedicated platform for accountants and bookkeepers to manage client relationships, workflows, and financial insights across their small business client base within one connected ecosystem.
- [Web App](https://soleapp.com.au/): Sole is accessible via browser in addition to the mobile app — work from anywhere, anytime, on any screen.

## Tools & Resources

- [Travel Cost Calculator](https://soleapp.com.au/resource/travel-cost-calculator/): Helps Australian sole traders calculate true travel costs — including depreciation, insurance, and tyre wear — to quote with confidence and set accurate call-out fees.
- [Startup Guide & Checklist](https://soleapp.com.au/): A tailored checklist for sole traders and solopreneurs covering the exact steps to start or grow a small business.
- [ROI / Time Savings Calculator](https://soleapp.com.au/): Estimates how many hours and dollars a sole trader could reclaim by switching from spreadsheets to Sole.
- [Product Roadmap](https://soleapp.com.au/roadmap/): Sole's feature and functionality development roadmap, showing released and upcoming updates.
- [Sole vs. Other Apps](https://soleapp.com.au/sole-vs-others/): A direct comparison of Sole against other accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, etc.) on features and pricing.

## Partners & Integrations

- [Sole Partners](https://soleapp.com.au/sole-partners/): Sole has partnered with a curated set of Australian business service providers, offering exclusive discounts to Sole customers. Key partners include:
  - **Worldpay for Platforms** - In-app payment processing (Direct Debit & Card).
  - **GoCardless** - Automated invoice payment collection via direct debit.
  - **ClockOn** - Payroll and Single Touch Payroll (STP) for ATO compliance.
  - **Carbonhalo** - Carbon footprint calculator and offset program; Sole is committed to being carbon-neutral.
  - **Google Workspace** - 10% off first year for Sole customers.
  - **Wave NFC Business Cards** - 10% off for Sole customers (discount code available in-app).

## About & Company

- [About Sole](https://soleapp.com.au/about/): Sole was founded by Johann Oberholzer, a chartered accountant, who built the platform to solve a real problem he observed — small business owners struggling to manage finances with tools never designed for them. What started as a mobile invoicing app has grown into a full financial platform supporting both business owners and the accountants who serve them.
- [Meet Sole](https://soleapp.com.au/meetsole/): The story behind the app — how Sole was born from a conversation with a struggling freelancer and a shoebox of old receipts.

## Who Sole Is For

Sole is built for Australian sole traders, freelancers, solopreneurs, and self-employed professionals across all industries, including but not limited to:
Tradies, Electricians, Plumbers, Builders, Cleaners, Mechanics, Photographers, Designers, Consultants, Personal Trainers, Creatives, Influencers, Artists, Solo Professionals, Owner-Operators.

## Blog & Content

- [Blog](https://soleapp.com.au/blog/): Covers sole trader business, accounting, tax, GST, BAS, finance, budgeting tips, news, and how-to guides for Australian small business owners and freelancers.

## Legal & Support

- [Terms of Service](https://soleapp.com.au/terms-of-service/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://soleapp.com.au/privacy-policy/)
- [Support / Help Centre](https://soleapp.crunch.help/)

## Contact & App Downloads

- Email: support@soleapp.com.au
- [iOS App Store](https://apps.apple.com/au/app/sole-sole-trader-accounting/id1453135227): SOLE - Accounting Made Easy
- [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.au.app.soleapp&hl=en_AU): SOLE - Invoicing & Accounting Made Easy
- Social: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sole.accounting/) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/sole.app)
- Founded: Australia | Founder: Johann Oberholzer (Chartered Accountant) | Carbon-neutral committed