# LedgerSMB vs MYOB

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** MYOB

| Attribute | LedgerSMB | MYOB |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 54.6 (48% (low)) | 59.6 (70% (medium)) |
| activity.commits_last_30d | 81 | - |
| adoption.dependent_repos | 0 | - |
| adoption.github_stars | 570 | - |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"Free, open-source web-based double-entry accounting and ERP system. Features invoicing, inventory management, project tracking, and customizable PDF/HTML output. It is indexed under Accounting Software.","source":"https://ledgersmb.org","question":"What is LedgerSMB?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"LedgerSMB is open source, so it can be self-hosted and used at no licence cost. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://ledgersmb.org","question":"Is LedgerSMB free to use?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to LedgerSMB. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://ledgersmb.org","question":"What platforms does LedgerSMB support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Yes. LedgerSMB can be deployed on-premise and self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.","source":"https://ledgersmb.org","question":"Can LedgerSMB be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6}]` | `[{"answer":"MYOB is accounting and business management software for sole traders, small businesses, and accountants, offering invoicing, payroll, inventory, tax compliance, and AI-powered features. It is indexed under Accounting Software.","source":"https://www.myob.com/au/insight/topic/pricing-management","question":"What is MYOB?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"MYOB is a paid product; published pricing starts at $12 per year. It is sold across 6 plans (Solo by MYOB, MYOB Business Lite, MYOB Business Pro and MYOB Business Payroll Only). Prices are published openly on the vendor's own pricing page. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.myob.com","question":"How much does MYOB cost?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"MYOB supports Windows, macOS, iOS and Android. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://www.myob.com/au/insight/topic/pricing-management","question":"What platforms does MYOB support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for MYOB, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.myob.com/au/insight/topic/pricing-management","question":"Can MYOB be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 3 integrations for MYOB, including Squarespace, Amaka and Shopify. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.myob.com/au/insight/topic/pricing-management","question":"What does MYOB integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed ISO 27001 for MYOB. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as MYOB not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.myob.com/security","question":"What security certifications does MYOB have?","confidence":0.7},{"answer":"MYOB is available in Australia. Its primary market is Australia. The vendor is headquartered in Australia.","source":"https://www.myob.com/au/insight/topic/pricing-management","question":"Where is MYOB available?","confidence":0.75}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"self_hosted":true}` | `{"cloud":true}` |
| description.long | LedgerSMB is an open-source ERP application that helps businesses manage core accounting operations, invoice customers, and track inventory from a single integrated interface. It emphasizes independence from vendor lock-in while maintaining support for multiple currencies and complex business processes. | Software that provides tools for businesses to maintain compliance with industry regulations, including audit support, data security measures, and comprehensive reporting capabilities. |
| features.capabilities | `{"inventory":true,"deployment":"self_host","ar_invoicing":true,"fixed_assets":true,"multi_entity":"multi_entity","multi_currency":true,"double_entry_gl":true,"project_accounting":true}` | `{"inventory":true,"deployment":"cloud","ar_invoicing":true,"tax_compliance":"GST tracking, BAS reporting, payroll with superannuation calculations","accountant_collab":true}` |
| integrations.count | - | 3 |
| integrations.list | - | `[{"name":"Squarespace"},{"name":"Amaka"},{"name":"Square","native":true,"direction":"bidirectional"},{"name":"Shopify","native":true,"direction":"bidirectional"}]` |
| language.primary | Perl | - |
| market.availability | - | `{"hqCountry":"AU","primaryMarkets":["AU"],"availabilityScope":"regional","availableCountries":["AU"],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"web":true}` | `{"ios":true,"mac":true,"android":true,"windows":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"open_source","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://ledgersmb.org","retrievedAt":"2026-08-13T17:00:35.795Z"}` | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Solo by MYOB","summary":"$12/year (first 12 months), then $99/year","features":["Banking","Invoicing","Expense tracking","GST tracking","Quotes"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":12,"period":"year","currency":"USD"}],"description":"All-in-one mobile app for sole traders to manage admin, banking, and payments","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"MYOB Business Lite","description":"For sole traders and small businesses with up to 2 employees","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"MYOB Business Pro","description":"For small to medium businesses with multiple employees","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"MYOB Business Payroll Only","description":"For businesses needing standalone payroll for up to 4 employees","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"MYOB Business AccountRight Plus","description":"For established businesses needing to fast track pay runs and inventory","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"MYOB Business AccountRight Premier","description":"For complex businesses managing multiple locations, jobs or currencies","contactSales":false}],"summary":"Solo: $12/year first 12 months, then $99/year. Other plans pricing not specified.","currency":"USD","sourceUrl":"https://www.myob.com","retrievedAt":"2026-08-03T12:16:18.987Z","startingPrice":{"amount":12,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` |
| pricing.free_tier | yes | - |
| pricing.model | open_source | commercial |
| pricing.price_level | free | low |
| pricing.transparent | yes | yes |
| release.cadence_days | 22 | - |
| release.history | `[{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.8","date":"2026-09-11T14:45:10Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.8"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.7","date":"2026-07-06T14:15:26Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.7"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.20","date":"2026-07-06T14:08:07Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.20"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.6","date":"2026-06-01T18:38:10Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.6"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.19","date":"2026-06-01T18:32:08Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.19"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.5","date":"2026-04-27T10:50:31Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.5"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.18","date":"2026-04-27T09:35:06Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.18"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.4","date":"2026-03-23T17:17:36Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.4"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.17","date":"2026-03-23T17:16:07Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.17"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.3","date":"2026-03-01T09:09:34Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.3"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.16","date":"2026-03-01T08:36:05Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.16"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.2","date":"2025-12-21T21:46:40Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.2"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.1","date":"2025-10-31T18:14:11Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.1"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.15","date":"2025-10-31T18:09:11Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.15"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.13.0","date":"2025-10-06T20:30:28Z","type":"stable","version":"1.13.0"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.14","date":"2025-09-29T11:21:10Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.14"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.13","date":"2025-09-06T22:33:27Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.13"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.11.28","date":"2025-09-06T22:32:16Z","type":"stable","version":"1.11.28"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.12.12","date":"2025-08-10T22:10:45Z","type":"stable","version":"1.12.12"},{"url":"https://github.com/ledgersmb/LedgerSMB/releases/tag/1.11.27","date":"2025-08-10T22:10:33Z","type":"stable","version":"1.11.27"}]` | - |
| reliability.status_page | yes | yes |
| security.iso27001 | - | yes |
| security.pci | - | yes |
| security.trust_center | https://ledgersmb.org/content/security-advisory-sql-injection-ledgersmb-1224-and-lower | https://www.myob.com/au/resources/topic/compliance-management |
| security.vulnerabilities | `{"count":0,"source":"https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=go&package_name=github.com%2Fledgersmb%2FLedgerSMB&per_page=100","last_12m":0,"max_severity":null}` | - |

## Capabilities (Accounting Software)

| Capability | LedgerSMB | MYOB |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Core** |  |  |
| Double-entry GL | ✓ | - |
| Multi-entity | Multi-entity | - |
| Multi-currency | ✓ | - |
| Bank feeds | - | - |
| **Modules** |  |  |
| AP automation | - | - |
| AR / invoicing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Inventory | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fixed assets | ✓ | - |
| Project accounting | ✓ | - |
| **Compliance** |  |  |
| Tax compliance | - | GST tracking, BAS reporting, payroll with superannuation calculations |
| **Workflow** |  |  |
| Accountant collaboration | - | ✓ |
| **Payments** |  |  |
| Payments capture | - | - |
| **Ecosystem** |  |  |
| API access | - | - |
| **Deployment** |  |  |
| Deployment | Self-host | Cloud |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T21:32:44.447Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*