Full Review
Bookeeping.ai (note: spelled with one ‘k’) takes a distinctively conversational approach to accounting software. Rather than navigating menus and forms, you chat with Paula, an AI virtual accountant, to manage your finances.
Meet Paula AI
Paula is the heart of Bookeeping.ai. This AI assistant handles traditional bookkeeping tasks through natural conversation. Ask Paula to categorise an expense, generate a report, or create an invoice - no manual data entry or form filling required. It’s a genuinely different approach to accounting software.
Canadian Innovation
Built by a Canadian entrepreneur with an international team, Bookeeping.ai has won multiple awards for innovation. The platform represents a bold bet that conversational AI is the future of small business accounting.
Affordable Entry Point
Starting at $29/month (with plans from $37/month for the Start tier), Bookeeping.ai is accessible for freelancers and solopreneurs. Every plan includes unlimited transactions and invoices - no surprise overage charges.
AI Model Flexibility
Higher-tier plans offer a choice of AI models, supporting both ChatGPT and Claude. This flexibility lets users choose the AI that works best for their needs, though the benefits of this choice may be subtle for most users.
UK Considerations
The main limitation for UK users is bank connectivity. Automatic bank connections are currently only available for US and Canada. UK businesses would need to import transactions via CSV files or bank statements - functional but less seamless than direct feeds.
The TaxChat feature does include HMRC resources, so you can ask tax questions relevant to the UK system.
Still Building Track Record
As a newer entrant, Bookeeping.ai has fewer user reviews and a shorter track record than established platforms. Early adopters should weigh the innovative features against the relative newness.
Our Recommendation
Bookeeping.ai is an interesting option for those attracted to AI-first, conversational interfaces. The Paula AI concept is genuinely innovative, and the pricing is competitive. UK users should note the bank connection limitation - if you’re comfortable with CSV imports, the platform works; if you require automatic bank feeds, look elsewhere for now. Worth watching as the platform develops.