Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Zoho Books India vs ClearTax GST
Indian SMBs & Startups · India
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Zoho Books India | ClearTax GST |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $9/mo | Custom pricing |
| API Rate Limit | 60 req/min | 120 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | India | India |
| Category | GST & Tax Compliance | GST & Tax Compliance |
| Compliance (vendor-stated) | India GST, TDS, TCS, Income Tax, MCA Compliance | India GST, Income Tax Act, Companies Act 2013, MCA21 |
| Hosting Regions | IN-Chennai | IN-Mumbai, IN-Hyderabad |
| Native Integrations | 5 listed | 6 listedBetter |
Zoho Books India — Key Specs
Vendor-stated- ✓GST-ready with automated GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9 generation
- ✓E-invoicing with automatic IRN and QR code generation
- ✓TDS/TCS tracking built into every invoice
- ✓Multi-GSTIN support for businesses across Indian states
- ✓Free plan available for businesses under ₹50L turnover
ClearTax GST — Key Specs
Vendor-stated- ✓Serves 4,000+ enterprises including Fortune 500 India subsidiaries
- ✓Automated GSTR-1/3B/9 reconciliation with ITC maximisation
- ✓AI detects mismatches between purchase register and GSTN portal
- ✓Direct API integration with Indian GST Network (GSTN)
- ✓E-invoicing (IRP) generation and IRN archival built-in
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lower-priced, Zoho Books India or ClearTax GST?+
ClearTax GST uses custom pricing. Zoho Books India starts at $9/mo. Contact ClearTax GST directly for a quote.
Which compliance frameworks do Zoho Books India and ClearTax GST list?+
Both list India GST in their vendor documentation. Zoho Books India additionally lists TDS, TCS, Income Tax, MCA Compliance. ClearTax GST additionally lists Income Tax Act, Companies Act 2013, MCA21. These are vendor-stated frameworks. VektorIndex has not independently audited these claims.
Which has a higher documented API rate limit — Zoho Books India or ClearTax GST?+
ClearTax GST has a higher documented API rate limit at 120 req/min versus Zoho Books India at 60 req/min.
Which data hosting regions do Zoho Books India and ClearTax GST support?+
Zoho Books India lists hosting regions: IN-Chennai. ClearTax GST lists hosting regions: IN-Mumbai, IN-Hyderabad. For data residency requirements in India, confirm exact region configuration directly with each vendor.
Data last updated: 29 August 2026 — Sourced from official vendor documentation. Not independently audited. Report incorrect information
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