OCTIS vs Zoho Books vs TallyPrime for GST accounting in India
₹ prices from each vendor's India page, plus GST features and what QuickBooks users can do.
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Otty's short answer
Zoho Books is a cloud tool with a free plan under ₹25 lakh revenue, then ₹749 per month billed yearly. TallyPrime is the familiar desktop choice for Indian accountants, at ₹675 per month on a 12-month Silver plan or ₹22,500 for a lifetime licence, before 18% GST. Pick Zoho for cloud access and low cost, Tally for accountant habit and offline work.
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| What matters | OCTISHong Kong company + OCTIS global plan | Zoho Books | TallyPrime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry paid price | Accounting by OCTIS accountants, 10–30% below your current bill | ₹749 per month, yearly | ₹675 per month, 12 months |
| Same plan, monthly billing | 10–30% below your current bill | ₹899 per month | ₹750 per month |
| Free plan | 10–30% below your current bill | Yes, under ₹25 lakh revenue | No |
| Lifetime licence | Service, not a software licence | No | ₹22,500 Silver |
| Multi-user price | Whole team in one workspace | 3 users on ₹749 plan | Gold ₹2,025 per month |
| Extra user | Included in the one plan | ₹150 per month, yearly | Gold plan covers multi-user |
| GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B | Hong Kong has no VAT/GST; Indian GST on India sales still applies | India edition | Yes, file from Tally or upload |
| E-invoicing and e-way bill | Not needed for the Hong Kong company; local rules apply if you trade there | India edition | Yes, listed |
| GSTR-2B reconciliation | Not needed for the Hong Kong company; local rules apply if you trade there | India edition | Yes, listed |
| How you run it | One workspace, with accountants doing the books | Cloud | Desktop, cloud access extra |
| GST on the price | No GST or VAT in Hong Kong | Extra | 18% extra |
If you have staff, premises or local sales in this country, its own registration and tax rules still apply. OCTIS can help you arrange them.
Data sources & disclaimer: Comparison data was compiled from publicly available sources — including the competitors' own published pricing and feature pages — captured on 9 November 2026. Figures reflect the typical or advertised pricing at that time and may have changed since; plans, inclusions and prices vary by provider, region and promotion. OCTIS is independent and not affiliated with the named companies; all trademarks belong to their respective owners. This comparison is provided in good faith for general information only and is not professional, legal or financial advice — please verify current details with each provider before deciding.
Which one fits you
OCTIS · Hong Kong company + OCTIS global plan
Choose OCTIS if you want accountants to keep the books for you, with company and CRM in one place.
Zoho Books
Choose Zoho Books if you want a cloud tool, a free start under ₹25 lakh revenue and several people logging in from different places.
TallyPrime
Choose TallyPrime if your accountant works in Tally, you want offline control, or you prefer a one-time lifetime licence over a subscription.
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What QuickBooks users can do
QuickBooks is no longer sold in India. Intuit stopped new sign-ups in July 2022, subscribers kept access to 30 April 2023, and from 1 July 2023 there is no access to QuickBooks products in India. If you still hold exported data, Zoho Books and TallyPrime are the two tools most Indian accountants will already know. Ask your accountant which one they can support before you move.
Rental or lifetime
TallyPrime Silver, for one PC, costs ₹750 for 1 month, ₹2,138 for 3 months after discount and ₹8,100 for 12 months after discount. Lifetime is ₹22,500. A lifetime licence costs about 2.8 years of 12-month rental. Gold, for multiple users, is ₹24,300 for 12 months or ₹67,500 for lifetime. GST at 18% is added to all Tally prices on the page.
Zoho Books plans
Zoho Books lists Free, Standard at ₹749, Professional at ₹1,499, Premium at ₹2,999, Elite at ₹4,999 and Ultimate at ₹7,999 per month on yearly billing. Users go from 3 on Standard to 25 on Ultimate. Invoices per year go from 5,000 to 1,00,000. Prices exclude local taxes. Check the GST return and e-invoicing features on the plan you choose.
Where OCTIS fits
OCTIS does not keep books or file GST in India. If a Malaysian or Hong Kong company owns an Indian subsidiary, the subsidiary's accountant will use Tally or Zoho Books, and OCTIS can handle the parent's bookkeeping and tax and read the subsidiary's statements for consolidation. Ask about 10–30% off your current bill.
Frequently asked questions
Is Zoho Books better than Tally for GST?
Neither is better for everyone. Tally lists GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filing, e-invoicing, e-way bills and GSTR-2B reconciliation. Zoho Books is a cloud tool built for India. Most Indian accountants already know Tally, so check what yours prefers.
Is Zoho Books free in India?
Yes. The Free plan covers 1 user plus 1 accountant and up to 1,000 invoices a year. It stays available while your financial-year revenue stays under ₹25 lakh. Paid plans start at ₹749 per month on yearly billing, excluding taxes.
How much does TallyPrime cost?
TallyPrime Silver is ₹750 for 1 month, ₹8,100 for 12 months after discount, or ₹22,500 for a lifetime licence. Gold for multiple users is ₹67,500 lifetime. GST at 18% is added. Tally's rental renews automatically until you cancel.
Is QuickBooks available in India?
No. Intuit ended QuickBooks access in India on 1 July 2023. New sign-ups stopped in July 2022. Indian businesses that used QuickBooks have moved to tools such as Zoho Books or TallyPrime.
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