Personal finance software Gnucash review
Beginners will probably find Gnucash difficult to master
Gnucash may be free, but it's difficult to use
If you're looking for a smooth, slick-looking accounting software package, this one probably isn't for you as it's simply not as user-friendly as other options available.
The main front page, for example, appears rather limited in terms of at-a-glance information, and navigation is not simple, especially for first-time users trying to get to grips with it.
On the plus side, there are useful tips of the day that appear on-screen and there is a list of FAQs that answer most queries.
- Cost: Free
- Password protection: No
- Mac-compatible: Yes
Which? verdict
Beginners will probably find Gnucash difficult to master - it's a pretty powerful package, but not as user-friendly as its main rival in the free arena, AceMoney Lite.
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