Overview

Ledger is a command-line double-entry accounting system that uses plain text files for transaction data, supporting multiple currencies and international formats. It emphasizes data integrity by never modifying user data and provides extensive reporting capabilities through simple commands.

Updated Sep 25, 2026.

Key Features

Pros

Open source and free to use under BSD license.
High data integrity by using plain text files that are never modified by the software.
Supports multiple currencies and international formats.
Extensive reporting capabilities accessible via command-line.
Lightweight and does not require a graphical user interface.

Cons

Command-line interface may be challenging for users unfamiliar with UNIX or CLI tools.
No graphical user interface, which may limit accessibility for some users.
Requires manual entry and maintenance of transaction text files.
Lacks built-in integrations with other financial software or services.
No explicit pricing plans or commercial support options.

Plan

Price

Highlights

Free

0 forever

Open source under BSD license

Full access to all features
No cost or subscription required

Key Features

Pros

Open source and free to use under BSD license.
High data integrity by using plain text files that are never modified by the software.
Supports multiple currencies and international formats.
Extensive reporting capabilities accessible via command-line.
Lightweight and does not require a graphical user interface.

Cons

Command-line interface may be challenging for users unfamiliar with UNIX or CLI tools.
No graphical user interface, which may limit accessibility for some users.
Requires manual entry and maintenance of transaction text files.
Lacks built-in integrations with other financial software or services.
No explicit pricing plans or commercial support options.