A simple Tally alternative for GST accounting, billing and stock
LedgerKing is Windows accounting software made in India for shops, traders, small businesses and accountants. It keeps the double-entry accounting, GST returns and keyboard speed you expect, works fully offline, and brings your Tally data in with one import.
Why people look for a Tally alternative
Most businesses that search for a Tally alternative are not unhappy with accounting itself. They want one or more of these:
- A lower yearly cost, or a one-time lifetime price instead of paying every year to keep getting updates.
- Simpler screens for staff who are new to accounting, without losing the shortcuts experienced users like.
- GST return files (GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B JSON), e-invoice and e-way bill JSON in the same software.
- An easy way to move old data instead of typing ledgers and opening balances again.
LedgerKing was built for exactly this. You can try every feature 1 month Pro free, and keep using the Free plan after that.
Move from Tally without starting again
- In Tally, export your masters and Day Book as XML.
- In LedgerKing press Alt+X (Import) and choose the Tally XML file.
- Check the preview: ledgers, groups, opening balances, stock items and vouchers.
- Import. Nothing is saved if anything fails, so your books are never half imported.
Item vouchers are imported as item invoices when the totals match Tally, so your stock and GST stay correct. Stock journals, manufacturing journals and delivery notes come in as well.
What you get in LedgerKing
| Area | In LedgerKing |
|---|---|
| Accounting | Double entry, Contra, Payment, Receipt, Journal, Sales, Purchase, Credit / Debit Note, period lock, year close |
| GST | Regular, Composition and Unregistered, RCM, ITC register, GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B JSON for the portal, GSTR-2B matching |
| E-invoice & e-way bill | NIC schema JSON, IRN and signed QR printed on the invoice, e-way bill JSON |
| Inventory | FIFO and weighted average, batches, godowns / locations, low-stock alerts, barcodes, POS billing |
| TDS / TCS | Sections, PAN rates, challans, quarterly 26Q / 27EQ worksheet |
| Banking | Bank reconciliation with statement auto-match, cheque printing |
| Reports | Trial Balance, P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Day Book, Outstanding with ageing, registers, Excel export |
| Safety | Automatic backups, password-protected backups, app lock with users and roles |
| Works offline | Yes: your data stays on your PC; internet only for license and updates |
| Language | English and हिंदी |
Keyboard first, like you are used to
F4 Contra, F5 Payment, F6 Receipt, F7 Journal, F8 Sales, F9 Purchase, Ctrl+F8 Credit Note, Ctrl+F9 Debit Note, Alt+C to create a missing ledger or item while you are in a voucher, Enter to move to the next field and Esc to go back. Press F1 any time to see every shortcut.
When Tally may still suit you better
If your CA, branches and staff all work on Tally every day and you need its large ecosystem of add-ons and trained people, staying on Tally can be the simpler choice. LedgerKing suits businesses that want a lower cost, a lifetime option, built-in GST JSON tools and an easy start.
Prices
LedgerKing has Monthly, Yearly and Lifetime plans, and a Free plan that never expires. The current prices, including any launch offer, are shown below on this page and on the LedgerKing page.
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Plans & prices
All Pro features for one month. Updates and support included.
Choose MonthlyAll Pro features for one year. Updates and support included.
Choose YearlyBuy once, use for ever (works offline, never expires). First year of Update & Support included; Renewal from the second year.
Choose Lifetime- Lifetime: buy once, works offline and never expires. Update & Support (new versions, GST changes, help) is included for the first year; after that it is ₹1,799 a year if you want it. The software keeps working without it.
- Monthly / Yearly: all features while the plan is active, updates and support included. Renew before the end date to keep using it.
- 7-day refund: not happy? Write to support within 7 days of payment for a full refund.
- GST is added to the price at checkout and shown on your invoice.
LedgerKing vs other accounting apps
Compare pricing, offline capability, technology and accounting features with popular accounting software in India.
Score by area
Point by point
| Feature | LedgerKing | TallyPrime | BUSY | Marg ERP | Vyapar | Zoho Books |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yearly price Price | ₹2,599 | ₹8,100/year | ₹4,000+/year renewal | Plan dependent | ₹3,799/year | ₹3,990/year |
| Lifetime option Price | ₹9,999 (offer ₹5,999) | ₹22,500 lifetime | ₹11,000 lifetime | ₹5,550+ licence | Not lifetime equivalent | Not lifetime equivalent |
Scores are our own 0-10 rating from public information; check each vendor's site for their latest prices.
Frequently asked questions
Can I import my Tally data into LedgerKing?
Yes. Export masters and Day Book from Tally as XML, then use Alt+X Import in LedgerKing. You see a preview first, and the import is all-or-nothing, so your books are never half imported.
Does LedgerKing work without internet?
Yes. LedgerKing is a Windows desktop app and all accounting work is offline. Internet is only needed to activate the license and to check for updates.
Can I make GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B JSON files?
Yes. LedgerKing makes GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B JSON files that you upload on the GST portal, and also helps match purchases with GSTR-2B.
Is there a lifetime license?
Yes. Besides Monthly and Yearly plans, LedgerKing has a Lifetime plan: buy once and use it for ever. The first year of Update & Support is included.
Can I try it before buying?
Yes. Every Pro feature is 1 month Pro free. After that the Free plan keeps working (one company, 30 sales a month) and nothing you entered is locked.
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