Xero vs AutoCount in Singapore, with the EDGE grant
Both are covered by the EDGE grant under Accounting and Sales Management (cost cap S$5,000, up to S$2,500 for SMEs). The official directory lists 27 Xero packages and 5 AutoCount packages.
After the grant, Xero packages start from S$305.50 (median S$528); AutoCount packages from S$1,900 (median S$2,160), before GST.
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Side by side
| Xero | AutoCount | |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-approved packages | 27 | 5 |
| After grant, lowest | S$305.50 | S$1,900 |
| After grant, median | S$528 | S$2,160 |
| After grant, highest | S$1,354.86 | S$3,220 |
| Most reviewed package | Xero Cloud Accounting Software (361 Degree Consultancy, 195 reviews) | AutoCount Accounting Software (Ingenious Business Software, 139 reviews) |
| Who sells it | Mostly accounting and corporate secretarial firms | AutoCount and software resellers |
| How it runs | Cloud subscription, used in the browser | Traditionally installed software; ask whether the package is the desktop or cloud edition |
| EDGE cost cap | S$5,000 | S$5,000 |
Which fits you
You use an accountant for bookkeeping
Xero from your accounting firm keeps software and bookkeeping together; compare what each firm bundles.
You keep the books in-house on a PC
AutoCount suits teams used to installed software; check users and the renewal price.
You also track stock
Look at accounting + inventory + sales (cap S$20,000).
All 27 Xero packages
| Package & vendor | Listed from | Est. grant | After grant | Reviews | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XEROAccounting Consultancy 4.1★ from 22 reviewsIn business since 2012 Established
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S$611 | − S$305.50 | S$305.50 | 22 | Get quote Official |
| Tisch Global - Xero AccountingTisch Global 4.4★ from 31 reviewsIn business since 2018 Established
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S$695 | − S$347.50 | S$347.50 | 31 | Get quote Official |
| (All-in-One Xero Digital Accounting Software)Think Sme 4.9★ from 18 reviewsIn business since 2013 Established
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S$840 | − S$420 | S$420 | 18 | Get quote Official |
| ABA - Xero Accounting SoftwareAbundant Accounting 4.2★ from 60 reviewsIn business since 2013 Established
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S$840 | − S$420 | S$420 | 60 | Get quote Official |
| Harvest Accounting - XeroHarvest Accounting 4.1★ from 64 reviewsIn business since 2018 Established
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S$847 | − S$423.50 | S$423.50 | 64 | Get quote Official |
| MMS – Xero Accounting SolutionMetropolitan Management Services 4.2★ from 3 reviewsIn business since 2008 Less public evidence
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S$880.68 | − S$440.50 | S$440.18 | 3 | Get quote Official |
| XeroClooud Consulting Llp 4.1★ from 24 reviewsIn business since 2018 Established
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S$899 | − S$449.50 | S$449.50 | 24 | Get quote Official |
| BEAUFORT-XERO Digital SolutionsBeaufort Tax Consultants 4.2★ from 4 reviewsIn business since 2009 Less public evidence
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S$924 | − S$462 | S$462 | 4 | Get quote Official |
| Andre XERO Accounting SoftwareAndre Corporate 4.0★ from 20 reviewsIn business since 2009 Established
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S$960 | − S$480 | S$480 | 20 | Get quote Official |
| CR x Xero Cloud AccountingCr Consultancy 4.9★ from 6 reviewsIn business since 2020 Less public evidence
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S$960 | − S$480 | S$480 | 6 | Get quote Official |
| Xero Cloud Accounting SolutionsSingapore Corporate Services Data protection certifiedNo reviews yetIn business since 2011 Well established
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S$1,044 | − S$522 | S$522 | — | Get quote Official |
| (A.I.) CLOUD ACCOUNTANTS Cloud Accounting Software (XERO)Cloud Accountants 4.4★ from 15 reviewsIn business since 2020 Less public evidence
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S$1,045 | − S$522.50 | S$522.50 | 15 | Get quote Official |
| MFP: Xero Accounting SoftwareMfp 4.6★ from 12 reviewsIn business since 2005 Established
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S$1,045 | − S$522.50 | S$522.50 | 12 | Get quote Official |
| North Trust Xero SolutionNorth Trust 4.4★ from 6 reviewsIn business since 2010 Less public evidence
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S$1,056 | − S$528 | S$528 | 6 | Get quote Official |
| TRISERV: XeroTriserv 4.5★ from 13 reviewsIn business since 2015 Established
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S$1,056 | − S$528 | S$528 | 13 | Get quote Official |
| Xero Cloud AccountingAdvante Consulting 4.3★ from 46 reviewsIn business since 2007 Established
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S$1,056 | − S$528 | S$528 | 46 | Get quote Official |
| XEROAce Business 4.3★ from 5 reviewsIn business since 2014 Less public evidence
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S$1,090 | − S$545 | S$545 | 5 | Get quote Official |
| Xero Cloud Accounting SoftwareKloudex 4.4★ from 29 reviewsIn business since 2019 Established
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S$1,090 | − S$545 | S$545 | 29 | Get quote Official |
| Xero Cloud Accounting Software361 Degree Consultancy 4.3★ from 195 reviewsIn business since 2008 Established
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S$1,090 | − S$545 | S$545 | 195 | Get quote OfficialWebsite |
| ASHOKATREE: Xero Cloud AccountingAshoka Tree Associates No reviews yetIn business since 2018 Less public evidence
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S$1,140 | − S$570 | S$570 | — | Get quote Official |
| CFOSg XERO Cloud AccountingCloud Accounting & Consultancy Data protection certified4.5★ from 4 reviewsIn business since 2015 Established
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S$1,140 | − S$570 | S$570 | 4 | Get quote Official |
| Aggregate Cloud Accounting Software (Xero)Aggregate Consultancy Services 4.5★ from 42 reviewsIn business since 2018 Established
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S$1,188 | − S$594 | S$594 | 42 | Get quote Official |
| Daisy XERO Accounting SoftwareDaisy Consultants 4.4★ from 12 reviewsIn business since 2018 Less public evidence
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S$1,480 | − S$740 | S$740 | 12 | Get quote Official |
| WealthbridgeCS Cloud Accounting Solution (Xero)Wealthbridge Corporate Services No reviews yetIn business since 2017 Less public evidence
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S$1,640 | − S$772.50 | S$867.50 | — | Get quote Official |
| Everyday Corporate Xero Cloud Accounting SoftwareEveryday Corporate 4.9★ from 1 reviewIn business since 2021 Less public evidence
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S$2,440 | − S$1,220 | S$1,220 | 1 | Get quote Official |
| Bamboo Sea - XeroBamboo Sea 4.5★ from 6 reviewsIn business since 2014 Less public evidence
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S$2,464 | − S$1,232 | S$1,232 | 6 | Get quote Official |
| Profectant XeroProfectant Corporate Services 4.3★ from 8 reviewsIn business since 2010 Less public evidence
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S$2,709.36 | − S$1,354.50 | S$1,354.86 | 8 | Get quote Official |
All 5 AutoCount packages
| Package & vendor | Listed from | Est. grant | After grant | Reviews | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AutoCount Accounting SoftwareIngenious Business Software 4.2★ from 139 reviewsIn business since 2010 Established
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S$3,800 | − S$1,900 | S$1,900 | 139 | Get quote Official |
| Autocount AccountingCreative E-World 4.6★ from 55 reviewsIn business since 2002 Established
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S$4,320 | − S$2,160 | S$2,160 | 55 | Get quote Official |
| AUTOCOUNT ACCOUNTING SYSTEMRockbell International Software 4.3★ from 109 reviewsIn business since 2006 Established
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S$4,320 | − S$2,160 | S$2,160 | 109 | Get quote OfficialWebsite |
| Autocount Accounting SoftwareI Soft Business Solutions 4.5★ from 11 reviewsIn business since 2018 Less public evidence
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S$4,920 | − S$2,460 | S$2,460 | 11 | Get quote Official |
| AutoCount AccountingAutocount (S) 4.2★ from 100 reviewsIn business since 2017 Established
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S$5,720 | − S$2,500 | S$3,220 | 100 | Get quote Official |
Starting prices and estimated grants from the IMDA SMEs Go Digital directory, before 9% GST. More: Xero guide · AutoCount guide · all 45 accounting packages.
Questions
Is Xero or AutoCount cheaper under the EDGE grant?
Xero packages are usually cheaper: after the grant they start from S$305.50 (median S$528), against S$1,900 (median S$2,160) for AutoCount, before GST. Both sit in the same activity with a S$5,000 cost cap.
Do Xero and AutoCount get the same grant?
Yes, the same rules apply: both are in Accounting and Sales Management, with qualifying costs capped at S$5,000, so SMEs receive up to S$2,500 (50%). Software is supported for up to 12 months; GST and maintenance are not covered.
Who sells the pre-approved packages?
27 Xero packages are sold mostly by accounting and corporate secretarial firms, often alongside bookkeeping. 5 AutoCount packages are sold by AutoCount and software resellers.
What if I also need stock control?
Plain accounting is capped at S$5,000 of costs. If you need inventory and sales orders, compare the accounting + inventory + sales activity, capped at S$20,000.
Who can apply?
A business registered and operating in Singapore with at least 30% Singaporean or PR ownership (counting ultimate individual owners). SMEs, with group annual sales up to S$100 million or up to 200 employees, get up to 50% support; larger companies up to 30%. You must still meet these conditions when you claim, or the claim is not paid.
When must I apply?
Before you sign, pay a deposit or start work: projects started before the application are not supported. After you submit, you may pay the vendor before approval, but at your own risk. Costs from the application date are covered only if the application is approved.