Comparison
GJAM Invoice Generator vs Bonsai
Bonsai: All-in-one freelancer suite (contracts, invoicing, taxes).
If you only need invoices and not the contract/proposal stack, GJAM gets you to a beautiful PDF in 30 seconds without a $228+/year commitment.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | GJAM Invoice Generator | Bonsai |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free for 5 invoices, then one-time license | $19–$79 / month |
| Signup required | No | Yes |
| Live preview | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Custom tax % / discount | Yes | Yes |
| Logo + accent colour | Yes | Yes |
| Data stays in your browser | Yes | No |
| Contracts & e-sign | No | Yes |
| Proposals | No | Yes |
| Annual cost (typical) | ~$29 one-time | $228–$948 / year |
Comparison reflects publicly available pricing as of mid-2026 and is our honest opinion. Always verify with the vendor before making a purchase decision.
Where Bonsai shines
- Contracts + proposals + invoices in one tool
- Built-in 1099 tax tracking for US freelancers
- Time tracking and project workflows
Where it might be too much
- Subscription only — no one-time tier
- Pricing tiers gate basic features
- Heavier than simple invoice tools
- US-centric tax features
Frequently asked questions
- Should I use Bonsai or GJAM?
- Use Bonsai if you want contracts + proposals + invoices in one tool and are happy paying monthly. Use GJAM if you just want a focused, one-time-payment invoice tool.
Try GJAM Invoice Generator in 30 seconds
No signup, no card. Send 5 PDF invoices on us, then decide if the one-time lifetime license is worth it.