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Evidence comparison / two records

Beancount vs Coconut

Read two dated LedgerAtlas records side by side. Differences are shown as recorded observations, not as scores or recommendations.

01 / Recorded observations

Evidence matrix

Each value is copied from the registry and its dated source record. Unknown fields remain visible.

FieldBeancountCoconut
Category
Bookkeeping automation
Bookkeeping automation
Recorded workflows
Bookkeeping automation · Reporting & advisory
Bookkeeping automation · Tax & compliance support
Ledger integrations
Other
Other
Firm-size fit
Solo · Not stated
Solo
Workflow replaced
GUI accounting software for practitioners who want version-controlled plain-text books.
Manual sole-trader bookkeeping and Making Tax Digital submissions.
Pricing model and notes
Not stated — The official project site distributes the tool as free open-source software; no subscription pricing applies.
Flat subscription — The official pricing page lists MTD Bridging at £49.99 per year and higher tiers at £12.99 per month or £129.99 per year, with a 14-day trial requiring no card.
AI depth
Not stated
Assistive
Free tier
Available
Available
Other integrations
Plain-text files
UK bank feeds
Verification status
Checked
Checked
Last checked
2026-09-14
2026-09-14

02 / Source registers

What each record cites

Beancount

  1. 01
    Double-entry accounting from text files

    Product scope as a plain-text double-entry accounting system.

    Beancount · observed 2026-09-14

Coconut

  1. 01
    Accounting app for sole traders and landlords

    Product scope for income, expenses, invoicing, and Making Tax Digital.

    Coconut · observed 2026-09-14
  2. 02
    Pricing

    Published annual and monthly plan prices and trial terms.

    Coconut · observed 2026-09-14