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Conta vs Lexware

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Conta

Accounting

Norwegian accounting software for small and growing businesses

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Lexware

Accounting

Accounting and invoicing software for German small businesses and freelancers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Conta norwegian pricing only: displayed in NOK without multi-currency support for international comparisons; Lexware 50% discount only applies for first 3 months
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 2 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Conta and Lexware actually diverge.

Attributes where Conta and Lexware differ
AttributeContaLexware

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (subscription), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Accounting).

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Conta

  • Norwegian small business accounting and invoicingnot Lexware
  • Project and department cost trackingnot Lexware
  • EHF/eInvoice generation for Norwegian regulatory compliancenot Lexware

Lexware

  • German business accountingnot Conta
  • Invoicing and bookkeepingnot Conta

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Conta

  • Norwegian pricing only: displayed in NOK without multi-currency support for international comparisons
  • Annual billing required: no monthly-pay option for either tier, forcing yearly commitment
  • Pro tier vaporware: listed as 'coming soon' with no pricing or feature roadmap provided
  • Limited feature differentiation: Smart tier is 'most selected' by customers but does not clearly explain what additional business value justifies 62% price premium over Standard

Lexware

  • 50% discount only applies for first 3 months
  • Regular prices are double the discounted prices after promotion
  • Pricing is in EUR only

Pricing, plan by plan

Conta

Free
  • Conta Regnskap Standard$209/month (billed annually)
  • Conta Regnskap Smart$339/month (billed annually)
  • Conta Regnskap Pro$undefined/mo

Lexware

Free
  • S$3.95/month
    • Belegerfassung und -archiv (Document capture and archive)
  • M$6.45/month
    • Angebote, (E-) Rechnungen und Mahnungen (Offers, invoices, reminders)
  • L$10.95/month
    • Buchhaltung, EÜR und Umsatzsteuer (Accounting, EÜR, sales tax)
  • XL$16.45/month
    • EU- und Abschlagsrechnungen, API (EU invoices, installment invoices, API)

Which should you pick?

Choose Conta if

  • You want to start without paying.
Conta review

Choose Lexware if

  • You want to start without paying.
Lexware review

Questions people ask

Is Conta or Lexware better?
Neither clearly leads. Conta starts at Free and Lexware at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Conta or Lexware?
Conta starts at Free and Lexware at Free.
Does Conta or Lexware run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Conta for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Conta best used for?
Conta is most often used for norwegian small business accounting and invoicing, project and department cost tracking, ehf/einvoice generation for norwegian regulatory compliance. Of those, norwegian small business accounting and invoicing and project and department cost tracking are not what Lexware is typically brought in for.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Conta: How much does Conta cost per month?

Conta Regnskap Standard costs 209 NOK/month and Smart costs 339 NOK/month, billed annually. Both exclude VAT and include a 30-day free trial option.

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Lexware: How much does Lexware cost?

Lexware pricing ranges from €3.95/month (plan S) to €16.45/month (plan XL) at discounted rates. Regular pricing is €7.90 to €32.90/month. All prices include hosting, backups, updates, and support.

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Conta: Can I pay monthly instead of annually?

No. Both Standard and Smart tiers require annual billing at a fixed monthly rate. Monthly-payment options are not available.

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Lexware: Is there a current promotional offer?

Yes, Lexware offers 50% discount for the first 3 months on all plans, then regular pricing applies. The billing period is monthly and cancellable anytime.

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Conta: What is included in the Standard vs. Smart plan?

Standard includes accounting, invoicing, unlimited receipts, mobile app, and EHF/eInvoice. Smart adds KID numbers, unlimited EHF, project/department management, free chat/phone support, and exclusive equipment discounts.

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Lexware: Does Lexware offer a free trial?

Yes, Lexware offers a 30-day free trial with full XL features plus Lohn & Gehalt (payroll) access included.

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Conta: When will the Pro plan be available and what will it cost?

The Pro tier is listed as 'coming soon' on the pricing page with no published pricing or launch date provided.

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