Which AI agent for bookkeeping?
Short answer: Wave, QuickBooks Online or FreshBooks. Wave is our first pick: best free option.
Here are the AI tools and agents we’d look at first if you want to keep your books up to date, with a simple setup recipe. This recipe is based on vendor documentation and common practice; hands-on testing is in progress.
Our picks
How to set it up
- Connect your business bank account and card.
- Snap receipts as you go.
- Review and categorize transactions weekly.
- Share access with your accountant at tax time.
Watch out for
AI categorization makes mistakes; review before filing taxes.
Last reviewed Nov 2026. Pricing comes from each vendor's official page; confirm before you buy.