NEW · SARS eFiling integration is live

The smarter way to run
SA finances

GoBooks gives South African freelancers, startups, and SMEs everything to get paid, track expenses, and stay SARS-ready — without the headaches.

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Pro Plan
Dashboard
Invoices
Expenses
Banking
Reports
SARS Filing
Dashboard
VAT Compliant ✓
Outstanding
R42,800
↑ 3 invoices pending
Revenue (Apr)
R118,500
↑ 12% vs last month
Expenses (Apr)
R23,400
↑ 4% vs last month
Last year This year
Recent Invoices
Acme Corp
R18,400
Paid
Freelance SA
R9,200
Pending
DesignStudio JHB
R15,200
Overdue
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✦ How it works

Up and running in minutes

No setup fees, no accountant required. Just sign up and start managing your finances.

🏦01

Create your account

Sign up in 60 seconds. Connect your SA bank and GoBooks imports your transactions automatically.

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Send your first invoice

Add a client, set your rate, send a VAT invoice via email or WhatsApp — in under 2 minutes.

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Stay SARS-compliant

GoBooks tracks your VAT, flags deadlines, and pre-fills your SARS eFiling returns automatically.

✦ Features

Everything your business needs

One beautifully simple platform — from invoicing to SARS returns.

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VAT-ready Invoicing

Create SARS-compliant invoices in under 2 minutes. Send via email, WhatsApp, or payment link.

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SARS Compliance on autopilot

VAT 201, PAYE, EMP501 — pre-filled and filed directly to SARS eFiling. Never miss a deadline.

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Real-time reports

Cash flow, revenue trends, outstanding invoices — live data, every time you open the app.

Live dataExport PDF
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SA Banking feeds

FNB, Absa, Nedbank, Standard Bank. Live transaction feeds auto-imported and categorised.

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Smart Expense Tracking

Snap receipts, auto-categorise with AI, and see deductible items flagged automatically.

AI categoryReceiptsTax deductions
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Works on any device

Mobile-first design that works perfectly on your phone. No app store download needed.

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✦ Numbers that speak

Numbers that speak for themselves

Real impact. Real South African businesses.

12,000+
SA businesses trust GoBooks
R850M+
Rands invoiced through the platform
99%
SARS submission accuracy
4.9★
Average customer rating
✦ Testimonials

Loved across South Africa

Real reviews from real SA business owners.

Finally an accounting tool that understands VAT the way we do it here. I spend 30 minutes a month on admin instead of hours. My accountant is thrilled.

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Thabo Mokoena
Creative Agency, Johannesburg

I used to dread invoicing. Now I send one in under two minutes. The SARS eFiling integration saved me an entire weekend last quarter.

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Siya Ndlovu
Freelance Developer, Cape Town

GoBooks does everything my previous accountant charged R3,000/month to do. Simple, fast, and built for SA businesses like mine.

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Ayasha Pillay
Retail Business, Durban
✦ Comparison

GoBooks vs the alternatives

We're not just cheaper — we're built for South Africa.

Feature
GoBooks
SA-BUILT
Xero
Sage
Pastel
SA Bank feeds (FNB, Absa, Nedbank)
SARS eFiling integration
VAT 201 auto-calculation
Rand-native with ZAR defaults
WhatsApp invoice delivery
Mobile app (iOS + Android)
Starting price (per month)
R149
~R450
~R390
~R280
✦ Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

No hidden fees. Cancel anytime.

Monthly
AnnualSave 20%
Starter
For freelancers and solo operators just getting started.
R149/mo
  • 20 invoices/month
  • Expense tracking
  • VAT calculations
  • 1 bank account
  • SARS eFiling
Get started free
Business
For established businesses with employees and complex needs.
R699/mo
  • Everything in Pro
  • Unlimited bank accounts
  • Payroll (unlimited staff)
  • Multi-entity support
  • Dedicated SA support line
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✦ Mobile app

Your finances, in your pocket

Send invoices on the go, snap receipts instantly, and check your cash flow from anywhere. GoBooks mobile has a 4.9★ rating on both stores.

4.9★
App Store
4.8★
Google Play
50k+
Downloads
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April 20, 2026
Outstanding
R42.8k
↑ 3 invoices
This month
R118k
↑ 12%
Recent invoices
Acme Corp
Freelance SAPending
DesignStudioOverdue
✦ FAQ

Common questions

Can't find what you need? Chat with us.

No — GoBooks works for both VAT-registered and non-registered businesses. If you're not yet registered, GoBooks still helps you track income and expenses. When you register, flip the switch and VAT calculations apply automatically.
We support FNB, Absa, Nedbank, and Standard Bank for live transaction feeds. Capitec business accounts and Investec are coming soon. You can always import via CSV in the meantime.
For most SMEs and freelancers, yes — GoBooks handles day-to-day bookkeeping and SARS compliance. For complex structures you may still want a CA, but GoBooks gives them clean, print-ready reports to work from.
Your data is encrypted at rest (AES-256) and in transit (TLS 1.3). Bank connections are read-only. Infrastructure is hosted in South Africa and fully POPIA compliant.
Yes — no lock-in contracts. Cancel any time from your account settings. You keep access until the end of your billing period and can export all data as CSV or PDF.
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