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What Is Express Invoicing?

Express Invoice is a billing software for managing accounts, billing, quotes, orders, invoicing and applying for payments. Make your business excel with an online console so multiple users can create invoices, reports and apply for billing payments from their web browsers. Express Invoice allows you to create templates of recurring invoices for ongoing services and link to credit card billing gateways to easily process payments for goods and services.

Who Uses Express Invoicing?

Express Invoice is ideally suited for individuals, small or medium-sized firms that want to streamline their billing process and support multiple tax rates for multiple businesses

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Reviews of Express Invoicing

Average score

Overall
4.4
Ease of Use
4.3
Customer Service
3.3
Features
4.4
Value for Money
4.4

Reviews by company size (employees)

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  • 51-200
  • 201-1,000
  • >1,001

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5
58%
4
26%
3
11%
2
5%
Denise
Denise
ESL Teacher in Canada
Verified LinkedIn User
Writing & Editing, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

A Simple Solution

5.0 6 years ago

Pros:

I was looking for something very basic and user friendly. Express Invoice was perfect for me. It literally walks you through the steps of send and saving your invoices. I can't imagine a way to make it any easier to use. I love being able to email directly from Express Invoice to the client and that it prepopulates contact names and addresses for me. I have a terrible memory and never seem to have these details when I need them.

Cons:

There is a VERY slight learning curve for the software. Honestly, I had few problems, but I would advise people who are easily frustrated to hang in there—once you get the hang of it, you will find it so simple!

Tim
CEO in US
Information Technology & Services, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great product

5.0 last year

Pros:

This works great for a single computer to keep track of the business invoicing and payments. I like the easy convert of estimates to an invoice. Emailing PDF versions of invoices, estimates, and other reports is very nice.

Cons:

I started using recurring invoices. It works but didn't seem to work as smoothly as I would like. Unfortunately, I am not really able to provide better feedback what I didn't like.

Sean
Sean
Sales & Distribution Manager in UK
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Basic but effective

3.0 7 years ago

Pros:

Works well for most basic invoicing tasks but lacks many advanced features of other programs. That said, it is lightweight and easy to use.

Cons:

Lacks some advanced features found in other programs but is ideal for small businesses looking to organise invoicing.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are constantly trying to improve our products, and your feedback is very important to us. Are there any features or functions that would have created a better experience for you? Please share them directly with our Development Team here: http://www.nch.com.au/suggestions/index.html -NCH Software Team

Andre
Owner in Canada
Telecommunications, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Excellent value for small businesses

5.0 3 years ago

Comments: I needed an invoicing software that would create professional looking invoices that I could customize, but I did not want to spend hundreds of dollars because my needs are quite simple. In my opinion, Express Invoicing checks all the right boxes for small businesses and is very inexpensive.

Pros:

Once setup the learning curve is finished and the software is configured as needed, the daily use is simple and Express Invoicing offers everything a small business would need.

Cons:

The technical support is quite lacking; at least it was when I originally set up the software. Fortunately the software is so simple that you don't really need tech support.

Stanley
Owner in US
Hospitality, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Good invoicing service for a good price

4.0 3 years ago

Comments: My experience with the software has been favorable for the purpose for which I need to use it for

Pros:

The simplicity and straight forwardness of the product is a great value

Cons:

It's not as easy as it should be to transition the software from one device to the other

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Does what it says and balances the books too

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: automated customer bookings and accounting

Pros:

Invoices are created to individual customer accounts, email billing, email receipts, reports at one click, customizable inventory, customer database, online access, Best feature is that its NOT an online program its all locally stored and accessible on your PC. In my situation cloud based was not an option.

Cons:

When printing thermal roll receipts the settings for other printing paper on the main printer are reset to A4 instead of letter, and you have to set it back before you can print paper invoices, this is an erroneous glitch but its very annoying! No support for credit card gateway when using a mac, very annoying. No ability to send out future invoices or past due reminders at a set time or date.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello there, Thank you for taking the time to contact us. The best resource to help troubleshoot the issue at hand is our Support Team You can reach our Support Team here: https://www.nch.com.au/support/supportcontact.html?software=Scribe -NCH Software Team

avishay
LOCKSMITH in Canada
Security & Investigations, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Could be very slow

5.0 4 years ago

Comments: bad

Pros:

in the beginning it was fast, very easy to use until you start to do a lot of invoices.

Cons:

I have been using express invoice since 2017, i do a lot of invoices, in the pas year it been very difficult to use invoicing software its extremely slow, they have bugs they do not fix, online takes long untill a page load. i have deleted all backup files but nothing change, my recommendation is if you do hundreds of invoices Avoid at all cost Express invoice, if you do up 10-20 invoices per month the system will be faster.

NCH Software Response

4 years ago

Hello Avishay, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are constantly trying to improve our products, and your feedback is very important to us. I will pass them along to our developer. We do try to keep our software easy-to-use for everyone while providing all important functionality. You can also contact our Support Team by using the Help Menu on the main interface on your software. This menu is found on the upper right-hand corner of your screen. There you will find FAQ's, video tutorials and a link to our Support Team. Thanks.

KASHIF
Director in UK
Telecommunications, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Good basic invoicing software

2.0 5 years ago

Comments: I am using Express invoice from past 4 years but my saturation level is coming and I am actively looking for alternate product as can't carry on finding work around for every basic job.

Pros:

Cheap, one time licence. ideal for small business.

Cons:

No Support at all. Newer version is full of bugs and no body bothers from NCH team to have a look on to their own forums. I am not asking help in using the software but actual bugs like 30GB memory consumption, Corrupt PDF file generations, slow web access etc etc.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello Kashif, Thank you for reporting the issues that you have been experiencing your query has been forwarded to our Development Team and they are taking a closer look. In the meantime, our Support Team is always available to help you with any question or concern you may be having here: https://www.nch.com.au/support/supportcontact.html?software=ExpressInvoice -NCH Software Team

Kevin
Director in Poland
Telecommunications, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Best BUY EVER!!

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: Amazing, great product at a great price with great flexibility and lots of options..

Pros:

This is without a doubt one of my greatest at purchases, you can run multiple businesses, it allows a lot of flexibility. You can host inhouse or cloud, once you buy the licence it's upto you.

Cons:

Annoying links and adverts for other products, the product is soo good and at such a great price, we are ok with the annoying links & ads for now Only real bad point is it doesn't do multiple currency invoicing in one place, you can work around it if you invoice different currencies with a different invoice number range. -perfect add for a future release...

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hi Kevin, Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are sorry to hear you experienced this problem. If you would like, you can send a suggestion directly to our Development Team to request this feature be added to a future version of this app, here: -NCH Software Team

Julian
IT Administrator in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 5,001–10,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Express invoice review

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: Brilliant, I use this daily!

Pros:

I love that its free for businesses with less than 5 employees. I love that its so easy to use, the platform is scalable and very robust for such a small program.

Cons:

The only Con is that this software does not include payroll, that's an added cost, which isn't an issue, but will definitely make this a big competitor for the bigger companies.

Philip
Purchasing Mgr in US
Food & Beverages, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Great inexpense software

4.0 7 years ago

Comments: professional looking invoices from an inexpensive piece of software.

Pros:

Very User Friendly. I like that you can email an invoice to a customer from the program. The invoices from the program look very professional.

Cons:

I wish that it was web based instead of being software on your computer. If it was web based it would be easier for multiple users at a location to use it.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello Phillip, Thank you for your feedback. we now feature a 'Web Access" tool. The web interface can be accessed online from any location making it useful for businesses that need to give multiple users access, or need to access data and create invoices while on the road. You can check out a tutorial on how to access this feature here: https://www.nchsoftware.com/invoice/tutorial.html -NCH Software Team

serenity
Owner / Consultant in US
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Easy to use

4.0 7 years ago

Comments: easy custom invoices for all my clients

Pros:

This software makes it easy for you to create professional-looking invoices for your business. It has simple to use tools that allow you to customize almost any part of your invoices, including the logo, and heading text or notes. You can also send statements automatically to customers, or email the invoices from within the application. It really helps to track losses, profits, and payments, and since they can be saved as pdfs i can keep them all in one place.

Cons:

I don,t like the price, but it isn't too bad compared to other programs of this type. Also you can use it across devices but only ones with windows or apple os, this means no tablet or phone because they are android. I don,t really mind because it means no work outside the house.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello Serenity, Thank you for your feedback. We now have Express Invoice available for your android devices. You can download the latest version of Express Invoice for Android here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nchsoftware.expressinvoice_free -NCH Software Team

Anna
Health care provider in Canada
Medical Practice, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

easy to use program, I use free version.

5.0 7 years ago

Comments: Easy to use, free version available, invoices can be emailed from the program. Saved in PDF format.

Pros:

Easy to use, invoices can be emailed from the program. Saved in PDF format. Can be easy updated and modified.

Cons:

Very difficult to use it on cloud, I can use it online if my laptop very close to the main PC with the installed program that is not practical.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello there, Thank you for your feedback. We now feature a "Web Access" tool. The web interface can be accessed online from any location making it useful for businesses that need to give multiple users access, or need to access data and create invoices while on the road. You can check out a tutorial on how to set it up here: https://www.nchsoftware.com/invoice/tutorial.html -NCH Software Team

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Telecommunications, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Quality translation application

5.0 6 years ago

Pros:

The sound quality of the most detail to adjust to the result is the occasion to get beautiful results.

Cons:

only allows the first translation. then wants the license money.

Noel
CEO in US
Entertainment, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Express Invoice is not for the Casual Accountant

3.0 6 years ago

Comments: I struggle with this program. In honesty, someone with more knowledge about accounting and who deals with it on a weekly basis would probably find this a more than adequate program to handle their business needs.

Pros:

Express Invoice allows you to correct mistakes.

Cons:

You have to quit it every time you want it to stop running in the background, otherwise your computer will not turn off when you tell it to shut down.

NCH Software Response

5 years ago

Hello Noel, We offer free intuitive video tutorials that will facilitate the process. YOu can check those out here: https://www.nch.com.au/support/products/support_expressinvoice.html If you have any further questions or concerns, our Support Team will be more than happy to help you here: https://www.nch.com.au/support/supportcontact.html?software=ExpressInvoice -NCH Software Team

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Consumer Services, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Invoice Software

4.0 6 years ago

Comments: Overall if you are looking for an easy, quick invoice program this gets the job done.

Pros:

It is free to use and pretty straight forward

Cons:

Free version did not allow for custom invoice numbers with letters. For example I will create two invoices s1010 and 1010. One with the 's' is for a service agreement and I was not able to customize.

David
Owner in US
Construction, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Basic invoicing

5.0 6 years ago

Comments: I have hundreds of clients that get invoiced monthly. I like being able to access the client list quickly and record payments without having to click on too many options. I only click on clients name, current invoice shows up, then click record and done. I had a hard time deciding to switching from my former program but I was having too many problems, glad I'm using Express.

Pros:

I like the simplicity of the functions. Easy to navigate.

Cons:

I haven't had any problems. Easy to learn.

Anna
Canada
Used the Software for: Not provided
Reviewer Source

Great Features

5.0 8 years ago

Comments: Good product, easy to use when get use to . Good video how to use on company web.
Could not find how to use on line.

Cesar
Gerente de Operaciones in Peru
Wireless, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Facturas Rápidas

4.0 5 years ago

Pros:

A pesar de ser un software con una interfaz algo antigua, es bastante predictiva al momento de utilizarla. Es fácil configurar el sistema y puedes tenerlo en la seguridad de tu PC.

Cons:

No tiene versión en la nube, lo que obliga a tener instalado el programa en un servidor. Sin embargo tiene su versión para smartphone lo que me parece que compensa un poco el problema anterior.