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Evidence comparison / two records

Beancount vs Puzzle

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.

FieldBeancountPuzzle
Category
Bookkeeping automation
Bookkeeping automation
Recorded workflows
Bookkeeping automation · Reporting & advisory
Bookkeeping automation · Close & reconciliation · Reporting & advisory
Ledger integrations
Other
Other
Firm-size fit
Solo · Not stated
Solo · 5-15 clients · 15-50 clients
Workflow replaced
GUI accounting software for practitioners who want version-controlled plain-text books.
Legacy small-business ledgers that require manual categorization and separate reporting tools.
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 a software-only tier with published monthly prices and an option to bundle full-service accounting with a partner.
AI depth
Not stated
Mixed
Free tier
Available
Available
Other integrations
Plain-text files
Own general ledger · Bank connections
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

Puzzle

  1. 01
    AI-native accounting platform

    Product scope for the general ledger, close, and partner-accountant bundle.

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

    Published software-only tier pricing and full-service accounting option.

    Puzzle · observed 2026-09-14