TopNotepad

Overview

TopNotepad is a cloud-based invoicing and accounting software for small businesses and freelancers. It handles invoicing, quotes, estimates, expense tracking, payments, CRM, lead management, and basic accounting with ledger and reports. Access is via web browser from any device, supporting multi-user accounts with role-based permissions.

Key Features

• Invoicing - Create, send, and manage invoices with PDF download, email delivery, and attachment support.
• Quotes and Estimates - Generate quotations and estimates convertible to invoices.
• Expense Tracking - Log expenses and purchases in custom categories, link to invoices.
• Payment Processing - Integrate with payment gateways for online collections and receipt generation.
• CRM and Lead Management - Import leads from CSV, set up pipelines, allocate to users, and track with reminders.
• Accounting - Built-in ledger for accounts payable/receivable, financial reports, and tax compliance.
• Multi-Currency and Tax Calculation - Support multiple currencies and automated tax computations.
• Reporting and Dashboard - Handcrafted reports for taxes and dashboards for business overview.

Pricing

Platforms & Requirements

Runs as a web application accessible via any modern browser on desktop or mobile devices with internet. No app installation required. Multi-user features available only in paid plans.

Integrations & Ecosystem

• Payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
• CSV import/export for leads and data
• Email integration for invoices and reminders
• PDF export for invoices and reports
• IP address restrictions for users

Alternatives

Reputation

TopNotepad receives average ratings around 4.0-4.5 for invoicing, payments, and CRM features from limited user reviews. Strengths include simplicity, affordability, and mobile accessibility for small businesses. Criticisms note missing advanced formatting and sparse support for complex accounting needs.