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QuoteSprint vs Xero
Both help UK tradespeople get paid. Here's the honest side-by-side so you can pick the right one for how you work.
QuoteSprint
Quote-to-paid for UK trades. Simple, fast, flat pricing.
Price: Free (10 quotes), then £9.99/mo
Best for: Sole traders and small trade businesses.
Xero
Xero is powerful accounting software aimed at accountants and growing businesses.
Price: From £16/month (rising with add-ons)
Best for: Established businesses with an accountant or bookkeeper.
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | QuoteSprint | Xero |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free — first 10 quotes, then £9.99/mo | From £16/mo |
| Setup time | About 60 seconds | From £16/mo |
| Built specifically for UK trades | Yes | From £16/mo |
| Designed for tradespeople | Yes | General accounting |
| Send branded quote to client | Yes | Yes |
| Client accepts online in one click | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic 48h follow-up reminders | Included | Manual or add-on |
| Two-way messaging with client on the quote | Included | No |
| Job calendar with clash warnings | Included | Not built-in |
| One-click invoice from accepted quote | Yes | Yes |
| UK VAT & tax export | Included | Full accounting (needs setup) |
| Learning curve | Minutes | Days |
| Speed to create & send a quote | Under 60 seconds | Longer — accounting setup first |
| Built for small / sole trader businesses | Yes — flat price, no seat fees | Better for larger businesses with an accountant |
Where QuoteSprint wins
- Send a quote in under a minute — no accounting jargon.
- Quote → accept → invoice → paid tracked in one view.
- No per-user fees, no add-ons for basics like reminders.
- First 10 quotes are free, forever. £9.99/mo after.
Where Xero may suit you better
Established businesses with an accountant or bookkeeper. If that's you, Xero is a solid choice.
Try QuoteSprint in 60 seconds
First 10 quotes free — no card, no setup call. Cancel any time.
Start freeComparison based on publicly listed information at the time of writing. Prices and features change — check Xero's site for the current details.