Bonsai pricing
What Bonsai costs per user, why the annual and monthly rates differ so much, and which tier unlocks invoicing and books.
Bonsai is an all in one suite for freelancers and small agencies, bundling a CRM, proposals, contracts, invoicing and light books rather than a pure accounting ledger. As of June 2026 it prices per user across four tiers, billed annually at $9, $19, $29 and $49 per user a month for Basic, Essentials, Premium and Elite, with monthly billing running higher at $15, $25, $39 and $59. The two figures that decide your real cost are the per user model and the gap between annual and monthly. Check the vendor for current pricing.
Plans and prices
Per user, per month, billed annuallyPricing as of June 2026, shown at the annual per user rate Bonsai markets. Monthly billing is higher: Basic $15, Essentials $25, Premium $39 and Elite $59 per user. Elite requires a minimum of three users. A 7 day free trial needs no card. Payment processing fees apply when you collect through Bonsai. Confirm current rates on the vendor site.
Per user pricing and the annual discount move the bill most
Bonsai's headline rate looks low, but two structural choices, the per user model and the annual versus monthly gap, decide what you actually pay, and a third decides whether the books features you want are even included.
Bonsai pricing FAQ
How much does Bonsai cost?
As of June 2026, Bonsai prices per user across four tiers. Billed annually the rates are $9, $19, $29 and $49 per user a month for Basic, Essentials, Premium and Elite. Monthly billing is higher at $15, $25, $39 and $59. Elite requires at least three users. Check the vendor for current pricing.
Does Bonsai charge per user?
Yes. Every Bonsai plan is priced per user a month, so your cost scales directly with team size. A solo freelancer pays one seat, while an agency multiplies the per seat rate by head count. This is a key difference from flat rate accounting tools that include multiple users at no extra charge. Verified June 2026.
Is there a free version of Bonsai?
Bonsai offers a 7 day free trial with no credit card required rather than a permanently free plan. If you want ongoing free accounting, Wave or the Zoho Books free tier are closer fits, though neither bundles Bonsai's CRM, proposals and contracts in one place. Check vendors for current pricing.
Is Bonsai good value?
For a freelancer or small agency that wants client work, proposals, contracts, invoicing and light books in a single tool, Bonsai's Essentials and Premium tiers are reasonable value and save juggling separate apps. If you need deep double entry accounting, payroll or inventory, a dedicated tool like QuickBooks Online or Xero will serve the books side better.