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There are no limitations or ads. You only pay if you want optional add-ons like Wave Money (payment processing and lending) at $20/month."},{"question":"Does Bonsai include accounting features like Wave?","answer":"No, Bonsai focuses on freelance workflow management and does not include robust accounting features like tax form generation or financial reporting. If you need accounting compliance, Wave is the better choice. Bonsai excels at contracts, proposals, and client management instead."},{"question":"Which platform is better for time tracking?","answer":"Bonsai has integrated time tracking with billable hours functionality built-in, making it ideal for freelancers billing by the hour. Wave does not offer time tracking features, so if this is essential, Bonsai is the better option."},{"question":"Can I create contracts and proposals in Wave?","answer":"Wave does not have contract or proposal management features. It's designed purely for invoicing and accounting. 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