Pancake

Invoicing & Project Management for Freelancers & Small Businesses.

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Overview

Pancake is a unique offering in the freelance management space because it is a one-time purchase, self-hosted application. Users buy the software and install it on their own server, giving them complete control over their data and avoiding monthly subscription fees. It includes project management, invoicing, proposals, and time tracking.

✨ Key Features

  • Proposals
  • Estimates & Invoices
  • Project Management
  • Time Tracking
  • Client Management
  • Self-Hosted

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • One-time purchase, no recurring fees
  • Self-hosted for full data control and privacy
  • Comprehensive feature set for a single price

Unique Value: Pancake offers a full suite of freelance management tools for a single, one-time fee, providing a cost-effective, long-term solution with complete data ownership.

🎯 Use Cases (3)

Managing freelance business without recurring monthly fees Maintaining full ownership and control of client data Sending invoices and tracking projects on a private server

✅ Best For

  • Used by tech-savvy freelancers and small businesses who prefer a self-hosted solution.

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Users who are not comfortable with managing their own web hosting
  • Freelancers who prefer the convenience of a SaaS cloud solution

🏆 Alternatives

Invoice Ninja (Self-Hosted) Crater Bonsai

The primary difference is the hosting model. Unlike cloud-based SaaS products, Pancake requires users to manage their own installation, offering more control at the cost of convenience.

💻 Platforms

Web (Self-Hosted)

🔌 Integrations

Stripe PayPal Google Calendar

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR

💰 Pricing

Contact for pricing

✓ 14-day free trial

Free tier: N/A

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