Overview
LinkMyBooks is a Xero-Square integration platform with a 4.98/5 rating that bridges Pride’s POS system and accounting platform. At approximately $62/month, LinkMyBooks provides an alternative to Amaka with specific advantages for Australian venues, particularly native GST documentation support.
Key Facts
- Type: POS-to-accounting integration platform
- Cost: ~$62/month
- Integrations: Square POS ↔ Xero
- Marketplace rating: 4.98/5 (Xero marketplace)
- Key feature: Australian GST documentation
- Status: Alternative evaluation for Pride
Integration Capabilities
LinkMyBooks automates the data flow between Square POS and Xero:
- Daily transaction syncing from Square to Xero
- Automatic categorisation of sales and expenses
- GST/tax code application based on Australian tax rules
- Reconciliation and reporting features
- Audit-ready documentation
Australian GST Support
LinkMyBooks’ key differentiator is native Australian GST documentation:
- Correctly applies GST codes based on transaction type
- Generates GST-compliant reports for tax filing
- Supports various business models (hospitality, food and beverage)
- Reduces manual GST categorisation workload
Evaluation Context: Amaka Alternative
Pride currently uses Amaka for Square-to-Xero integration. Evaluation should compare:
LinkMyBooks advantages:
- Slightly higher marketplace rating (4.98 vs Amaka’s rating)
- Australian-specific GST support built-in
- May offer simpler setup or better UI
Amaka considerations:
- Established relationship and configuration
- Proven stability in production
- Migration cost and effort if switching
Switching platforms requires careful consideration of data history and recategorisation work.
Related Pages
- Amaka — Current Square-Xero integration platform
- Square POS — Point-of-sale system
- Xero — Core accounting platform
- Tech Stack Optimisation — Broader vendor evaluation context