Inkle vs Fondo: Which accounting platform is best for your startup?

When it comes to managing your startup's finances, choosing the right platform is crucial. While both Fondo and Inkle offer accounting and tax services, each caters to different needs. 

Inkle provides a comprehensive, AI-powered solution for startups looking to streamline bookkeeping, tax filing, and compliance all in one place. 

Fondo, on the other hand, excels in helping startups capture tax credits and maintain investor-ready books.

Let’s dive into how Inkle stands out and why it might be the better choice for your growing business.

About Fondo

Fondo is a startup-centric platform designed to handle bookkeeping, tax filings, and tax credits like R&D tax credits or Delaware Franchise Tax. Its focus is on ensuring that your books are kept investor-ready, while also providing expertise in claiming tax credits that can generate significant cash flow for eligible businesses.

• Bookkeeping: Fondo offers monthly, quarterly, and annual book closings, all reviewed by expert accountants.
• Corporate Taxes: Provides federal and state tax returns, including Delaware Franchise Tax and cross-border compliance
• Tax Credits: Focuses on maximizing IRS-compliant tax credits for startups.

About Inkle

Inkle takes a more holistic approach to accounting and compliance. While we also handle bookkeeping and corporate tax filings, our platform goes beyond by offering automated workflows and full-cycle compliance support. Inkle is designed for founders who need an end-to-end solution that scales with their business - from early-stage startups to companies in high-growth mode.

• Bookkeeping: Inkle automates real-time bookkeeping, categorizing transactions, reading reports, and generating insights with the help of AI agents.
• Corporate Taxes: We handle both U.S. federal and state taxes, including Delaware Franchise Tax.
• Additional Services: We also include Incorporation, Dissolution, Registered Agent, and Mailroom services, allowing startups to focus on growth without worrying about compliance.‍
• AI agents: Inkle’s AI Tax Consultant helps founders check deadlines, confirm filings, and review forms instantly through AI chats

Inkle vs Fondo: A closer look at the key features

Why our customers love Inkle

At Inkle, we don't just offer accounting and compliance tools, we’re the only platform that startup founders need to manage everything. No more juggling multiple platforms for different purposes. We take care of it all, from bookkeeping and taxes to legal compliance and corporate filings.

Our customers trust us because we help them save time, reduce errors, and stay compliant, without the usual stress. Whether you're growing or just starting out, we’ve got you covered.

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