You sell on Amazon. You use QuickBooks or Xero. And you’re tired of manually reconciling settlements that lump sales, fees, refunds, and taxes into one confusing bank deposit.
You need a tool that breaks down each settlement, creates clean journal entries, and posts them to your accounting software automatically.
Three tools dominate this space: Taxomate, A2X, and Link My Books. They all solve the same core problem. But they differ in pricing, features, marketplace support, and ease of setup.
This guide compares all three — honestly — so you can pick the right one.
Quick Verdict
If you want the short answer:
- Best overall value: Taxomate — lowest price, unlimited channels, inventory sync, free historical imports
- Most established with accountants: A2X — higher price, but strong brand in the accounting community
- Best for UK/EU sellers who want analytics: Link My Books — solid analytics dashboard, good mid-range option
Now let’s break down the details.
What These Tools Actually Do
All three tools solve the same fundamental problem: automated e-commerce settlement accounting.
Here’s what that means. Amazon pays you every 14 days. That payment bundles hundreds (or thousands) of individual transactions into one bank deposit. Your accounting software just sees a single number. That’s useless for your books.
These tools pull settlement data from Amazon (and other marketplaces), break it into individual line items — product sales, referral fees, FBA fees, refunds, shipping credits, advertising costs — and create journal entries in QuickBooks or Xero that match your bank deposit exactly.
The result? One-click reconciliation. Accurate P&L. No spreadsheets.
All three tools do this well. The differences are in everything else.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Taxomate | A2X | Link My Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon settlements | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shopify payouts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| eBay payouts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Walmart payouts | Yes | No | No |
| Etsy payouts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TikTok Shop | Yes | No | No |
| WooCommerce | Yes | No | No |
| QuickBooks Online | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Xero | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wave | Yes | No | No |
| Inventory sync (COGS) | Yes | No | No |
| Free historical imports | Yes | No | No |
| Analytics dashboard | Yes | No | Yes |
| Auto month-split | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| VAT support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Where Taxomate Stands Out
Marketplace coverage. Taxomate supports 7 marketplaces: Amazon, Shopify, eBay, Walmart, Etsy, TikTok Shop, and WooCommerce. A2X and Link My Books cover 4 each. If you sell on Walmart, TikTok, or WooCommerce, Taxomate is your only option among these three.
Inventory sync. Only Taxomate offers real-time inventory sync with QuickBooks. If you track COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) in your accounting software, this feature alone can justify the switch. Neither A2X nor Link My Books offer this.
Wave support. Taxomate is the only tool that integrates with Wave accounting software. If you’re a smaller seller using Wave to keep costs down, Taxomate is your only choice.
Free historical imports. Need to import past settlements? Taxomate lets you pull historical data at no extra cost. A2X and Link My Books charge extra or limit how far back you can go.
Where A2X Stands Out
Accounting firm adoption. A2X has built strong relationships with accounting firms. If your accountant specifically recommends A2X, there’s value in using the tool they know. Many e-commerce accounting firms are trained on A2X’s workflow.
Track record. A2X has been around since 2014 and processes billions in e-commerce transactions. They’re a known quantity.
Where Link My Books Stands Out
Analytics. Link My Books includes a built-in analytics dashboard that shows sales trends, fee breakdowns, and profit tracking. Taxomate also offers analytics, but Link My Books’ dashboard is well-designed and a genuine selling point.
UK/EU focus. Link My Books has strong adoption among UK and EU sellers. Their VAT handling and multi-currency support are solid for international selling.
Pricing Comparison (2026)
Pricing is where the biggest differences show up. Let’s look at real numbers.
Single Channel Pricing (Amazon Only)
| Monthly Orders | Taxomate | A2X | Link My Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 200 | $14 | $29 | $21 |
| Up to 1,000 | $22 | $59 | $41 |
| Up to 5,000 | $44 | $79 | $60 |
| Up to 10,000 | $79 | $159 | $100 |
| Up to 50,000 | $199 | $579 | $342 |
Taxomate is the cheapest at every tier. At the top end, you’re saving $380/month compared to A2X — that’s $4,560/year.
Multi-Channel Pricing (Amazon + eBay + Shopify)
This is where it gets dramatic.
A2X and Link My Books charge per channel. Adding three marketplaces means three subscriptions.
Taxomate’s multi-channel plan includes unlimited channels for one flat rate.
| Monthly Orders (per channel) | Taxomate (Multi) | A2X (3 channels) | Link My Books (3 channels) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 200 | $27 | $87 | $63 |
| Up to 1,000 | $42 | $177 | $123 |
| Up to 5,000 | $66 | $237 | $180 |
| Up to 10,000 | $83 | $477 | $300 |
| Up to 50,000 | $299 | $1,737 | $1,026 |
At 10,000 orders across three channels, Taxomate costs $83/month versus $477/month for A2X. That’s an 83% savings.
And it gets worse for A2X as you add more channels. Selling on 6 marketplaces? Multiply those per-channel prices by 6. Taxomate stays at the same flat rate.
No Overage Fees
One thing worth calling out: Taxomate doesn’t charge overage fees. If you exceed your plan’s order limit, you just upgrade to the next tier. A2X and Link My Books handle this the same way, but it’s good to confirm before signing up with any tool.
Setup and Ease of Use
Taxomate: 5-Minute Setup
Taxomate is built for speed. Here’s the actual process:
- Create a free trial at taxomate.com
- Connect your Amazon Seller Central account (OAuth — takes 30 seconds)
- Connect QuickBooks Online or Xero (another 30 seconds)
- Review auto-suggested account mappings
- Import your first settlement
Most sellers are up and running in under 5 minutes. The account mapping step uses smart defaults, so you don’t need to manually map every fee category unless you want to customize.
A2X: More Configuration Required
A2X works well once configured, but the setup takes longer. Account mapping is more manual, and sellers without an accounting background sometimes struggle with the initial configuration. This is partly why A2X is popular with accountants — they handle the setup for their clients.
If you’re doing it yourself, budget 30-60 minutes for the first setup, including reading the documentation.
Link My Books: Middle Ground
Link My Books falls between the two. The interface is clean and intuitive. Setup isn’t as instant as Taxomate, but it’s less involved than A2X. Most sellers can get connected in 10-15 minutes.
Accounting Software Support
| Software | Taxomate | A2X | Link My Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| QuickBooks Online | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Xero | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wave | Yes | No | No |
If you use QuickBooks or Xero, all three tools work. If you use Wave, Taxomate is your only option.
This matters more than you might think. Wave is free accounting software used by thousands of small e-commerce sellers. Having an automated settlement import for Wave can save hours of manual data entry.
Who Should Choose Which Tool?
Choose Taxomate If You…
- Sell on multiple marketplaces (the unlimited channel pricing is unbeatable)
- Need inventory sync with QuickBooks for COGS tracking
- Want free historical settlement imports
- Use Wave as your accounting software
- Sell on Walmart, TikTok Shop, or WooCommerce (only Taxomate supports these)
- Want the lowest monthly cost at any order volume
- Prefer a quick, self-serve setup (5 minutes)
Choose A2X If You…
- Have an accountant who specifically recommends A2X and will handle setup
- Only sell on one marketplace (the per-channel cost is less painful)
- Value brand reputation over cost savings
- Need a tool that’s been around the longest
Choose Link My Books If You…
- Want a built-in analytics dashboard alongside your accounting sync
- Are a UK/EU seller with strong VAT requirements
- Need a mid-range option between Taxomate’s value and A2X’s premium pricing
- Only sell on Amazon and Shopify (don’t need Walmart/TikTok/WooCommerce)
Common Concerns About Switching Tools
”Is my data accurate if I switch?”
Yes. All three tools pull settlement data directly from the marketplace. The data source is identical. Switching tools doesn’t change the underlying transaction data — it just changes how it’s formatted and posted to your accounting software.
”Will I lose my historical data?”
No. Your historical settlements live in your marketplace account (Amazon Seller Central, Shopify Admin, etc.) and in your accounting software. Switching tools doesn’t delete anything. Taxomate can import historical settlements for free, so you can backfill past data if needed.
”Is A2X still necessary?”
This is one of the most common questions we see on Reddit and accounting forums. The answer: A2X was the first major tool in this space and it works well. But it’s no longer the only option. Taxomate offers the same settlement-level accuracy at 40-80% less per month. If you’re paying $110+/month for A2X and feeling the pinch, switching to Taxomate takes minutes.
”My accountant uses A2X — should I switch?”
That depends on your accountant. Some firms are locked into A2X’s workflow and prefer it. Others are tool-agnostic and just want accurate journal entries. Ask your accountant if they’d be open to Taxomate — the output format (journal entries in QuickBooks/Xero) is the same.
How We Compared These Tools
We didn’t just read marketing pages. This comparison is based on:
- Hands-on testing with live Amazon, eBay, and Shopify accounts connected to QuickBooks Online
- Real pricing from each tool’s current pricing page (verified February 2026)
- Settlement accuracy checks — comparing journal entries against raw settlement data
- Feedback from e-commerce sellers who’ve used one or more of these tools
- Setup timing — actually going through each tool’s onboarding process
We build Taxomate, so we’re obviously biased. But every claim in this article is verifiable. Check each tool’s pricing page yourself. Compare the feature lists on their websites. Try the free trials.
Getting Started
All three tools offer free trials. Here’s how to test them:
- Taxomate — 14-day free trial, no credit card required. Connect your marketplace and accounting software in 5 minutes.
- A2X — Free trial available. Setup takes longer, so budget extra time.
- Link My Books — Free trial available. Clean onboarding experience.
The fastest way to decide? Connect your actual Amazon account to each tool (using their free trial) and compare the journal entries they create. The numbers should match. The difference will be in how much you’re paying and what extra features you get.
Our recommendation: Start with Taxomate’s free trial. Connect Amazon and QuickBooks in 5 minutes, import a settlement, and see the results. If you sell on multiple channels, you’ll immediately see the pricing difference.
Looking for help connecting a specific marketplace? Check out our integration guides: