Comparison
GJAM Invoice Generator vs Wave
Wave: Free accounting + invoicing with payment processing fees.
If you don't need full accounting and just want a beautiful invoice PDF without monthly logins, GJAM is leaner and faster. You also keep your data in your browser — Wave keeps it on theirs.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | GJAM Invoice Generator | Wave |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free for 5 invoices, then one-time license | Free (with payment processing fees) |
| 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 |
| Full accounting suite | No | Yes |
| Time to first invoice | ~30 seconds | 5–10 minutes (signup + setup) |
| Recurring invoices | Manual (duplicate template) | Automated |
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 Wave shines
- Truly unlimited invoices for free
- Built-in accounting and bank reconciliation
- Recurring invoicing & payment reminders
Where it might be too much
- Steep learning curve — full accounting suite
- Payment processing fees on every transaction
- Requires email signup and account verification
- Slow web app on slower connections
Frequently asked questions
- Why would I leave Wave for GJAM?
- If you don't use Wave's accounting/bookkeeping features, you don't need a full SaaS account just to make invoice PDFs. GJAM is purpose-built for fast, beautiful invoice generation.
- Does GJAM handle taxes like Wave does?
- Not for accounting purposes — GJAM puts custom tax labels and rates on your invoice (GST, VAT, sales tax) but doesn't generate tax reports. Use it alongside a simple spreadsheet or hand-off to your accountant.
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.