Financial Strategies
July 22, 2025
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2 minutes

Partner Spotlight: FreeAgent

Tom Hasted
Client Financial Controller

Welcome to our Partner Spotlight series, where we break down the key characteristics, benefits and applications of some of the industry's leading accounting software and tools. These are all tools we use to help Gravitate clients grow, automate, and unlock efficiencies.

What are the key features that make FreeAgent great to use?

FreeAgent is free when paired with a NatWest Mettle account, which itself has very low fees compared to most business bank accounts. This can make a big difference, especially for start-ups and small businesses.

It also allows clients to track their estimated tax liabilities in real-time throughout the year, helping avoid unexpected tax bills at year-end. This visibility gives clients peace of mind as they’re always aware of upcoming tax bills.

Another highlight is the excellent customer support. Free Agent’s team is responsive and solutions-focused, which makes resolving any issues quick and stress-free.

My experience as an accountant with FreeAgent

I’ve worked in accounting for several years, supporting a wide range of small businesses.

What I particularly like about FreeAgent is how simple and user-friendly it is – even clients with no accounting background find it easy to use. This makes it a great tool for smaller businesses looking for a straightforward solution for managing their bookkeeping and accounts.

My Top Tip for FreeAgent Business users

Always take advantage of the free software!

This is especially important when starting out. New businesses need to minimise costs wherever possible. By opening a Mettle account, you get FreeAgent free of charge, and Mettle’s banking fees are also extremely low. It’s a great way to access professional software without the extra costs.

Interested in learning more?

If you'd like to learn more about FreeAgent, its various applications and unique benefits for business users, myself or one of the Gravitate Team will be more than happy to discuss it with you. We also use other excellent platforms, such as Xero and Quickbooks, which we can also discuss with you!

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