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GnuCash vs Ledger
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| Fact | GnuCash | Ledger |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C | C++ |
| Licence | Other | Other |
| Stars | 4.4k | 6.1k |
| Latest | 5.17 | v3.4.1 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-09-22 |
| Release cadence | about 91 days between releases | about 25 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 26 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 3 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Quicken. Alternatives to Quicken →
PartialGnuCashDouble-entry accounts, investments and reports on the desktop, with import of Quicken's QIF and QFX files; online banking goes through AqBanking and mostly serves German banks.
PartialLedgerCommand-line double-entry accounting over plain text journals; no bank sync or graphical interface.
GnuCash
unsigned The latest release, 5.17, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Ledger
✓ signed The latest release, v3.4.1, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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