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What is Bonsai?

Bonsai’s all-in-one product suite with smart automation lets you focus on your passion, not your paperwork. Bonsai integrates and automates every step of your business so it runs seamlessly - from proposal to tax season.

Company Bonsai
Year founded 2016
Company size 11-50 employees
Headquarters San Francisco, California
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Deployment Cloud / SaaS / Web-Based, Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows, Mobile Android, Mobile iPad, Mobile iPhone
Support 24/7 (Live rep), Chat, Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support
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Languages English
Bonsai Features
Approval Workflows
Audit Trail
Automated Invoicing
Bank Reconciliation
Batch Processing
Client Management
Contact Database
Credit Note Management
Custom Fields
Customizable Templates
Discount Management
Document Storage
Electronic Payments
Expense Tracking
Integration with Accounting Software
Invoice History
Invoice Scheduling
Late Payment Reminders
Mobile Access
Multi-Currency Support
Multi-language Support
PDF Export
Partial Payments
Payment Tracking
Project Billing
Recurring Billing
Reporting and Analytics
Role-Based Access Control
Tax Calculation
Time Tracking
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Last updated: September 13, 2025
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93 Bonsai Reviews
4.4 out of 5
Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Feb 07, 2024
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Overall Rating:
4.5
CR
Cory R.
Superhero Webflow Developer
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"Great, all-in-one software for freelancing."
What do you like best about Bonsai?

I don't like to overcomplicate things, so having my client CRM, contracts, proposals, invoices, banking, tax tracking, etc is HUGE in allowing me to run my freelance business with less stress.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

ACH payments take way too long to process through. I can't wait that long for my money.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Having all my admin tasks in one place is hugely beneficial to me.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Feb 06, 2024
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Overall Rating:
4.5
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Great all in one tool with a clean, easy interface"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

Bonsai has helped me streamline my business with contracts, proposals, time tracking and invoicing all in one spot. Automated invoice reminders are also super helpful. The user interface is very clean and easy to use, and the customisation options for branding are great.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

I wish Bonsai had support for Australian banks as I need to add all my expenses manually, which is very time-consuming. Also, every time I download my invoice reports it downloads all instead of a date range. The pricing is quite expensive for Australian users due to the exchange rate.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Contracts, proposals and invoices all in the same spot. It has streamlined my process and made everything easy to access. Time tracking would be helpful if there was an option to track towards a project that has already been paid (ie. to see the hourly rate of the project), in addition to billable ones.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Feb 06, 2024
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Overall Rating:
4.5
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Fahad P.
Founder
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"Comprehensive tool for soloprenuers"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

The ability to create clients, projects within those, attaching contracts/invoices/timetracking to it. Ability to automate invoicing, reminders. Transparency with invoicing fees for clients. And track invoicing payment - auto and manually.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

How the features are tired in membership models. I really needed one feature from the "pro" and now paying $$$ with a suite of features I dont use

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Connecting contracts to invoices to timetracking, at a client, project and aggregate level

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Feb 06, 2024
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Overall Rating:
4.5
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Catharine C.
Founder
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"Great Interface"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

I love the simplicity of the interface & that I can have my invoices & contracts

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

Nothing so far! I really like the software

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Solving the problem of using too many different softwares

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Jul 16, 2023
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Overall Rating:
4.5
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Peter L.
General Manager
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"Impressive Task Management"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

The app is particularly interesting because it enables you to collaborate with others, manage your time spent on projects, and create and track assignments. The ability to send invoices with a variety of options and accept payments online via various payment services is another fantastic feature.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

The premium packages can be rather expensive, therefore it would be useful if there was a way to customise the programme to meet specific needs. Another drawback for me is the lack of a mobile app. Additionally, Baonsais customer service has consistently disappointed me, which is frustrating given that it is a technology company.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

when managing tasks and keeping track of billable hours. Ive been able to focus more on my actual work because of it. I and other small business owners have found the resources offered by Bonsai to be quite helpful. Bonsai is a superb business management solution that makes workflow for independent contractors, business owners, and small business owners much simpler. For individuals who value productivity and a smooth workflow, despite its somewhat higher price tag, it is a worthy investment due to the capabilities and resources it provides.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
May 04, 2022
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Overall Rating:
4.5
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Spenser W.
Creative Director
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"Great tool"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

The time tracking has been great for providing detailed timesheets to clients.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

The only thing I would change would be all the different add-ons.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

I've used Bonsai for creating contracts, invoices, and tracking time for clients. It's a great one-stop shop.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Feb 21, 2022
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Overall Rating:
4.5
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Arleigh B.
Ceo
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"Love it!"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

The interface is great, simple and easy to use. Great tracking system and everything is customizable, which is appreciated. Onboarding was simple and supported past data!

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

Would like the contracts to have easier editable fields like docusign, for example. Would also like a way to upload contracts done outside of bonsai and still be connected to clients profile. Also would like to be able to filter out paid invoices when viewing all.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Invoicing - Benefits include tracking all invoices tied to specific customers on an ongoing basis and having them be connected to the contracts. Also super easy system to track all expenses.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Nov 14, 2021
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Overall Rating:
4.5
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Simon D.
Brand & Web Designer/Strategist
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"Best app for freelancing"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

Bonsai is so complete when it comes to all the project management, invoicing, and accounting. I love to use it and have an overview of my performance all at once. It's a powerful tool I recommend to everyone.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

Sometimes it can be a bit hard to edit the information the way I would like to, but it remains marginal.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Bonsai is helping me get the work done faster. Communication with the client when it comes to proposals, contracts, and invoicing is so much easier. I love the fact that you can automatize some tasks. And one of the great benefits is that it looks professional all the way.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Feb 16, 2019
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Overall Rating:
4.5
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Beautiful UI"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

It is an all-around tool designed for freelancers! I loved all the of the great features, like billing & document creation but most importantly time tracking. Did I mention the beautiful UI!! I needed something fast and also had the option to be a desktop app. So far so good with Bonsai.

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

I didn't like the lack of language support. I work with clients all over the world.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Tracking the time for various clients.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Jan 18, 2019
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Overall Rating:
4.5
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Free version is great, upgrade even better!"
What do you like best about Bonsai?

Bonsai has helped me organise my work as a freelancer very well, I used to lose track of hours worked and could not find my invoices, now i is all in the same place

What do you dislike about Bonsai?

I don't like using the web interface, but I enjoy using it on the iphone app as well as using the integrated mac time tracker. I think there is no need for so many options.

What problems is Bonsai solving and how is that benefiting you?

Organising my work as a freelancer