Designed for Freelancers, Not Shops
FreshBooks was built for freelancers sending hourly invoices. Repair shops need parts-based estimates with e-signature approval, which is a different workflow entirely.
FreshBooks Alternative for Repair Businesses
FreshBooks is great for freelancers, but repair shops need a connected workflow. YourBiz links repair-specific estimates, parts inventory, e-signature authorization, and invoices.
What Repair Shops Run Into with FreshBooks
No Parts Inventory
FreshBooks doesn't track repair parts. You can't pull screens, batteries, or components from inventory into an estimate.
No Repair Authorization Flow
There's no built-in way to send a repair estimate for customer approval with e-signature. You're back to email chains and phone calls.
YourBiz vs FreshBooks
Explore the everyday workflows your team uses to move from customer intake to estimates, invoices, and follow-up.
| Feature | YourBiz | FreshBooks |
|---|---|---|
| Repair Workflow | ||
| Repair Estimates with parts & labor | Basic estimates | |
| E-Signature Repair Authorization | ||
| Estimate-to-Invoice Conversion | ||
| Parts Inventory Tracking | ||
| Customer Device History | ||
| Invoicing & Payments | ||
| Professional Invoices | ||
| Partial Payment Tracking | ||
| Refund Management | Limited | |
| Payment Status Dashboard | ||
| Team & Business | ||
| Technician Time Tracking | ||
| Role-Based Permissions | Higher plans | |
| Revenue Reports | ||
| Setup Time | 5 minutes | 15–30 minutes |
| Starting Price | $6/mo | $17+/mo |
Repair Workflow
Repair Estimates with parts & labor
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
- Basic estimates
E-Signature Repair Authorization
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Estimate-to-Invoice Conversion
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Parts Inventory Tracking
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Customer Device History
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Invoicing & Payments
Professional Invoices
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Partial Payment Tracking
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Refund Management
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
- Limited
Payment Status Dashboard
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Team & Business
Technician Time Tracking
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Role-Based Permissions
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
- Higher plans
Revenue Reports
- YourBiz
- FreshBooks
Setup Time
- YourBiz
- 5 minutes
- FreshBooks
- 15–30 minutes
Starting Price
- YourBiz
- $6/mo
- FreshBooks
- $17+/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
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How Is YourBiz Different from FreshBooks?
YourBiz is built specifically for repair businesses. It includes repair-specific features like parts inventory, e-signature repair authorization, and device history tracking that FreshBooks doesn't offer.
Is FreshBooks Better for Service Businesses in General?
FreshBooks works well for freelancers and consultants who bill by the hour. For repair shops that need parts-based estimating and inventory management, YourBiz is a better fit.
Can I Try YourBiz Before Switching?
Yes. YourBiz offers a free 14-day trial with full access to all features. Import your customers via CSV and start sending estimates right away.
What About Time Tracking?
Both YourBiz and FreshBooks include time tracking. YourBiz keeps it close to your repair workflow so you can see hours worked and labor costs alongside your repair operations, not just billable hours.
See YourBiz in Action
Explore a working repair shop with sample customers, estimates, invoices, payments, and more.
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- No signup required
- Shared sample data included