Comparison
Buchsnap or KLARA?
KLARA offers accounting, payroll and time tracking with many features. Buchsnap focuses on ease of use, one app for the whole team and transparent pricing with a published 2-year discount.
As of October 2026, based on publicly available information. No guarantee; check current prices with the provider.
At a glance
| Feature | Buchsnap | KLARA |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting and VAT | Yes | Yes |
| Payroll with withholding tax | Yes | Yes |
| Time tracking in the app | Yes | Yes |
| Expenses with receipt photo | Yes | Yes |
| Cost per payslip | included | depending on plan |
| 2-year discount published | 30% | on request |
| Free accountant portal | Yes | No |
| Your own receipt address @buchsnap.ch | Yes | No |
To be honest
When KLARA is a better fit
You need special modules (e.g. till or website) from a single provider, or you are already set up.
When Buchsnap is a better fit
You want everything at a fixed monthly price with no cost per payslip, a simple app for employees and free access for your accountant.
Switching
From KLARA to Buchsnap in four steps
The easiest time to switch is the start of a financial year or quarter.
- 1
Export your data
In KLARA, export the chart of accounts and journal as CSV or Excel.
- 2
Import into Buchsnap
Using the guide for your program: columns and VAT codes are mapped, and a second import of the same file is detected.
- 3
Check opening balances
Compare the trial balance in Buchsnap with the balance sheet from your old program.
- 4
Work in Buchsnap from the cut-off date
Capture new receipts by app, upload or email; your accountant works along free of charge.
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