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PlatformTaxHub vs FreeAgent

The Global Alternative to FreeAgent

FreeAgent is designed for project-based freelancers. PlatformTaxHub is engineered for the automated, high-volume world of platform income.

The FreeAgent Way

Built for a different job

Gated Features

"Upgrade to Premium for Multi-Currency"

  • Strong UK bias (less global utility)
  • Project/Time tracking focus (less relevant for creators)
  • Manual reconciliation of platform payouts
  • Can be expensive without a bank tie-in

The PlatformTaxHub Way

Automated, Unified, Clear

All Included

145+ Platforms Aggregated

"Real-time net profit calculations for all income & expenses."

  • Global platform support
  • Automated income stream tracking
  • Fee & gross income visibility
  • Cost-effective standalone solution

When FreeAgent is the better choice

Stay with FreeAgent if you are a UK freelancer or contractor who bills clients by project or by the hour. Time tracking, invoicing, expenses and the path through to Self Assessment or corporation tax sit together in one well-designed place, and if your business bank account includes FreeAgent then the value is very hard to argue with. Keep it.

Head-to-Head Comparison

FeaturePlatformTaxHubFreeAgentBest For
Primary focusMulti‑platform income tracking, tax estimation and compliance for creators, gig workers, side‑hustlers and small/freelance businesses.Accounting software for UK freelancers and small businesses.Depends on user
Platform accessMulti‑platform access with a single dashboard aggregating income from multiple online platforms.Bank feeds.PlatformTaxHub
Manual entryManual entry available as an option.Manual entry supported.Tie
CSV importCSV import supported (up to 2MB).Supported.Tie
Automated aggregationAutomatically aggregates income across multiple online platforms.Aggregates via bank feeds.PlatformTaxHub
Standardised global categoriesUses standardised global income and expense categories.Chart of accounts.PlatformTaxHub
Tax estimationContinuous, year‑round tax estimates based on net profit.Self-assessment filing (UK).FreeAgent (for filing)
Country‑specific allowancesApplies country‑specific allowances and tax rates.UK Only.PlatformTaxHub

Why this comparison matters

Independent research on how self-employed and platform earners actually manage their money.

47%

of independent workers were not setting aside money each month for tax, and 49% were not making quarterly estimated payments.

Independent Economy Council survey of 1,000 independent workers, 2022
63%

were concerned they would end up owing more tax than they expected.

Independent Economy Council survey of 1,000 independent workers, 2022
$75k

more, on average, is earned by creators running three or more revenue streams compared with those running one.

ShortsIntel, reported by SaaSUltra

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