🏢 Small Business Stack
Run your business without subscription overhead. Accounting, communication, and marketing tools you can own.
The Small Business Stack stack replaces 4 subscription tools (QuickBooks, Slack, Zoom, Mailchimp Standard) with free and open-source alternatives (GnuCash, Signal, Jitsi Meet, Listmonk). Together, these subscriptions cost $79.74/month — $956.88/year that stays in your pocket after switching. Each tool in this stack has been selected for reliability, active development, and feature parity with its subscription counterpart.
Cost Comparison
Current monthly cost
$79.74/mo
Current yearly cost
$956.88/yr
Estimated annual savings
$800
Calculate Your Savings
See how much you could save by replacing your entire subscription stack with these alternatives.
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QuickBooks
$35/mo
Double-entry accounting, free and open-source
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Zoom
$15.99/mo
Video meetings, free and open-source
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Mailchimp Standard
$20/mo
Email marketing, self-hosted and free
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Small Business Stack stack?
The Small Business Stack stack is a curated set of 4 free and open-source tools that replace subscription software. It replaces QuickBooks, Slack, Zoom, Mailchimp Standard — saving approximately $800/year in subscription fees.
How much does the Small Business Stack stack save?
The subscription tools in this stack cost $79.74/month ($956.88/year). The free alternatives cost $0, saving you $800 annually. Over three years, that's $2,400.
Can I use just some of the tools in the Small Business Stack stack?
Absolutely. Each tool in the stack is independent — you can replace one subscription at a time. Start with the tool you use most, get comfortable with the alternative, then move to the next one.
Are the alternatives in the Small Business Stack stack really free?
Yes. All 4 alternatives (GnuCash, Signal, Jitsi Meet, Listmonk) are free or open-source. There are no hidden costs, no premium tiers, and no feature restrictions for the core functionality listed here.