FreeAgent Review – Built for the UK, Perfect for Freelancers and Trades

Unlike Xero and QuickBooks, which are global products adapted for the UK, FreeAgent was built exclusively with UK businesses in mind. That makes it unique — and for some clients, it’s the ideal choice.

Why FreeAgent works so well for smaller businesses

FreeAgent is designed to be simple, friendly, and highly automated. It covers the basics brilliantly, without overloading you with features you’ll never use.

Some of the UK-specific features include:

• Built-in mileage tracking.
• Self-assessment filing direct to HMRC from within the software.
• Simple VAT handling, with MTD support.

And thanks to deals with certain banks, some clients even get FreeAgent for free with their business account.

Things to be aware of

• FreeAgent isn’t designed for bigger, more complex businesses. If you scale up significantly, you’ll probably outgrow it.

• It has fewer integrations compared to Xero or QuickBooks. That makes it less attractive if you’re running online systems and want everything joined up — but actually makes it more suited to offline trades and traditional businesses, where the priority is simplicity rather than lots of connected apps.

Who FreeAgent is best for



FreeAgent is ideal for freelancers, contractors, sole traders, and offline trades who want a straightforward, UK-focused system. It’s friendly, practical, and does everything most micro-businesses need without unnecessary complexity.

As a FreeAgent Partner, I can help you set it up, keep it running smoothly, and guide you on when it’s time to stick with it — or when you might benefit from moving up to Xero or QuickBooks.