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MTD ITSA software reviewed
Every tool below is HMRC-recognised, verified against the GOV.UK software finder, and reviewed via a real trial account.
Coconut
Bank account and MTD ITSA-ready accounting in one app — built specifically for UK sole traders and landlords.
Crunch
UK accountancy software and managed accounts in one — HMRC-recognised for MTD ITSA with human accountant support.
FreeAgent
Free with NatWest or RBS business banking, and genuinely excellent for UK freelancers — no affiliate relationship.
FreshBooks
Excellent invoicing platform with MTD ITSA support — verify GOV.UK listing status before committing.
QuickBooks
HMRC-recognised for MTD ITSA with a polished self-employed tier — though Intuit's US origins occasionally show.
QuickFile
Completely free UK accounting software with HMRC-recognised MTD ITSA support — no catch, no affiliate.
Sage
The strongest choice for CIS subcontractors and landlords — the only mainstream tool with full CIS management alongside MTD ITSA.
Untied
Purpose-built for UK self-assessment and MTD ITSA — the simplest mobile-first route to quarterly compliance.
Xero
Full-featured cloud accounting that is HMRC-recognised for MTD ITSA — but priced for businesses, not sole traders.
Zoho Books
The best value HMRC-recognised MTD ITSA software — significantly cheaper than Xero or QuickBooks for equivalent compliance.