Comparison
sync.d vs HoneyBook
Both are made for creatives and service businesses. sync.d adds GST invoicing for India, invoices in more than one currency, a portfolio and a free plan.
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sync.d or HoneyBook: the short answer
Choose sync.d if you bill clients in India and need GST invoices, need invoices in more than one currency, or want a free plan to start. Choose HoneyBook if you want standalone contract templates and built-in payment processing, rather than terms inside each proposal and payment links through PayPal or Polar.
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sync.d advantages
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HoneyBook advantages
sync.d pricing
Free / $39 / $89/mo
HoneyBook pricing
$29 to $109/mo, billed yearly
| Feature | sync.d | HoneyBook |
|---|---|---|
| Invoice generation | ||
| GST / Tax support (India) | Not offered in India | |
| AI-powered proposals | ||
| Client proposal signing | ||
| Built-in CRM | Client records | |
| Portfolio management | ||
| Team management | Essentials and up | |
| PayPal auto-sync | Pay links only | |
| Multi-currency invoicing | ||
| Analytics dashboard | ||
| Contract templates | In proposals | |
| Scheduling / booking | ||
| Payment processing | PayPal / Polar links | Built-in |
| Free tier available | ||
| Open / self-hosted |
Where sync.d wins over HoneyBook
GST / Tax support (India)
Built into sync.d. Not standard in HoneyBook.
Portfolio management
Built into sync.d. Not standard in HoneyBook.
Team management
Built into sync.d. Not standard in HoneyBook.
Multi-currency invoicing
Built into sync.d. Not standard in HoneyBook.
Free tier available
Built into sync.d. Not standard in HoneyBook.
Where HoneyBook is still ahead
We will not pretend sync.d wins on everything. HoneyBook still has the edge on:
Our verdict
sync.d covers proposals, invoicing, scheduling and a client portal like HoneyBook, and adds GST invoicing for Indian agencies, invoices in more than one currency, a portfolio and a free plan. HoneyBook has the fuller CRM, more AI tools and built-in payment processing.
Switching from HoneyBook? Here is how.
- 1
Export your client list and active invoices from HoneyBook.
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Sign up for sync.d free, brand the workspace, and connect your payment gateway.
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Add your clients, then import past invoices from CSV (rename the columns to match the sync.d import format). Recreate active proposals with the AI proposal generator.
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Move your next client onto the portal and run their project end to end on sync.d.
Which is the right fit for you?
Solo freelancer
You bill 5 to 15 clients a year and want a free plan, or one under $50 a month.
Five person agency
You run 10 to 30 active projects and need project messaging, client portals and AI meeting summaries.
Specific needs
Your work depends on built-in CRM and contract templates, where HoneyBook is stronger.
See it before you switch
sync.d opened to other agencies in 2026, so there are no customer reviews here yet. Book a demo, or run one client through the Free plan before you move off HoneyBook.
Switching from HoneyBook: common questions
Can I import my data from HoneyBook?
Partly. sync.d imports past invoices from a CSV file, so you can export invoices from HoneyBook and rename the columns to match the sync.d import format. Clients are added one at a time, as there is no client CSV import. Active proposals can be recreated with the AI proposal generator.
How long does switching from HoneyBook take?
It depends on how many clients and open invoices you have. The steps are: brand your workspace, connect Google Calendar for meeting booking, add your clients, import past invoices from CSV, and invite clients to the sync.d portal.
What happens to my HoneyBook subscription?
Keep it until the last invoice you sent from HoneyBook is paid, then cancel it. sync.d charges no migration fee, and you can export your monthly invoice report as CSV at any time.
Does sync.d do everything HoneyBook does?
No. HoneyBook is stronger on built-in CRM and contract templates. sync.d does not include bookkeeping, expense tracking, time tracking or payroll. It covers proposals with AI drafting and client signing, GST invoicing, a client portal, meeting booking, project messaging and AI meeting summaries.
Is sync.d cheaper than HoneyBook?
sync.d has a Free plan with monthly limits, Pro at $39 a month for one user, Team at $89 a month for up to 10 users, and Enterprise priced on request. HoneyBook pricing: $29 to $109/mo, billed yearly; check their site for current prices. Which costs less depends on your team size and the plan you need.