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YouWhole is 100% cloud-based, includes certified VeriFactu, and costs less than Sage. No installs, no outdated versions, no surprises.
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Why are freelancers leaving Sage?
Sage has been around for decades, but it was built for a different era. Here are the most common complaints.
Local installation
Sage 50 requires installing software on every computer. Switch devices or work remotely, and you've got a problem.
No native VeriFactu
Meeting the 2025 AEAT regulation requires a paid add-on module that Sage doesn't include by default.
License costs
Sage's annual licenses add up. For a small SME, the cost is hard to justify.
Steep learning curve
Sage was designed for professional accountants. A freelancer with no accounting background finds it needlessly complex.
No real mobile app
Checking an invoice or logging an expense from your phone is practically impossible with Sage 50.
Paid updates
Every new Sage version requires paying for the upgrade. With YouWhole, updates are automatic and included.
YouWhole vs Sage
A feature comparison for freelancers and SMEs
| Feature | YouWhole | Sage |
|---|---|---|
| AEAT-certified VeriFactuSage requires a paid add-on module | Included | Not available |
| Automatic withholding tax for freelancersManual configuration in Sage | Included | Not available |
| Cloud-based (no installation)Sage 50 requires local installation | Included | Not available |
| Free plan availableSage has no free plan | Included | Not available |
| Starting monthly price | €29 | from €50 |
| Automatic updatesSage requires purchasing new versions | Included | Not available |
| Multi-language (ca, eu, gl)YouWhole supports 5 Spanish regional languages | Included | Not available |
| Support in English/Spanish | Included | Yes |
| No lock-in contractSage bills annual licenses | Included | Not available |
| Mobile accessSage 50 has no native mobile app | Included | Not available |
Based on published plans. Updated July 2026.
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