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Evidence comparison / two records

Beancount vs MYOB

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.

FieldBeancountMYOB
Category
Bookkeeping automation
Bookkeeping automation
Recorded workflows
Bookkeeping automation · Reporting & advisory
Bookkeeping automation · Close & reconciliation · Tax & compliance support
Ledger integrations
Other
Other
Firm-size fit
Solo · Not stated
Solo · 5-15 clients · 15-50 clients · 50+ clients
Workflow replaced
GUI accounting software for practitioners who want version-controlled plain-text books.
Manual bookkeeping, GST and BAS preparation, and compliance reporting for clients in Australia and New Zealand.
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 publishes subscription plans for sole operators and small businesses, with a promotional first-year rate on the Solo plan.
AI depth
Not stated
Assistive
Free tier
Available
Not stated
Other integrations
Plain-text files
Own general ledger · 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

MYOB

  1. 01
    Accounting software for businesses and accountants

    Product scope and dedicated accountant and bookkeeper segment.

    MYOB · observed 2026-09-14
  2. 02
    Plans and pricing

    Published subscription plans and promotional first-year rate.

    MYOB · observed 2026-09-14