Class Super or Wave? How to Pick the Right Fit for Your Team
Is Class Super or Wave the better investment for your business? Compare pricing, total cost of ownership, and feature value side by side — with expert analysis from our Harvard-educated consultants.
Feature Comparison
Side-by-side feature ratings for Class Super and Wave.
| Feature | Class Super | Wave | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoicing | Wave holds a small advantage in invoicing. For most mid-market Australian businesses, this difference alone would not drive the decision. | ||
| Expense tracking | Class Super has a slight edge in expense tracking. | ||
| Bank reconciliation | On bank reconciliation, Wave is marginally stronger — but Class Super still delivers a solid experience here. | ||
| Payroll | Class Super has a slight edge in payroll. | ||
| Tax reporting and BAS | Wave holds a small advantage in tax reporting and bas. For most mid-market Australian businesses, this difference alone would not drive the decision. | ||
| Multi-currency support | Wave edges out Class Super on multi-currency support, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more. | ||
| Inventory management | Class Super has a notable advantage in inventory management. | ||
| Project accounting | Wave edges out Class Super on project accounting, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more. | ||
| Budgeting and forecasting | On budgeting and forecasting, Wave is marginally stronger — but Class Super still delivers a solid experience here. | ||
| API and integrations | For Financial Services that rely on strong api and integrations, Wave is the more capable option in our assessment. | ||
| Ease of setup | Wave edges out Class Super on ease of setup, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more. | ||
| Value for money | Wave edges out Class Super on value for money, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more. |
Invoicing
Class Super
Wave
Wave holds a small advantage in invoicing. For most mid-market Australian businesses, this difference alone would not drive the decision.
Expense tracking
Class Super
Wave
Class Super has a slight edge in expense tracking.
Bank reconciliation
Class Super
Wave
On bank reconciliation, Wave is marginally stronger — but Class Super still delivers a solid experience here.
Payroll
Class Super
Wave
Class Super has a slight edge in payroll.
Tax reporting and BAS
Class Super
Wave
Wave holds a small advantage in tax reporting and bas. For most mid-market Australian businesses, this difference alone would not drive the decision.
Multi-currency support
Class Super
Wave
Wave edges out Class Super on multi-currency support, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more.
Inventory management
Class Super
Wave
Class Super has a notable advantage in inventory management.
Project accounting
Class Super
Wave
Wave edges out Class Super on project accounting, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more.
Budgeting and forecasting
Class Super
Wave
On budgeting and forecasting, Wave is marginally stronger — but Class Super still delivers a solid experience here.
API and integrations
Class Super
Wave
For Financial Services that rely on strong api and integrations, Wave is the more capable option in our assessment.
Ease of setup
Class Super
Wave
Wave edges out Class Super on ease of setup, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more.
Value for money
Class Super
Wave
Wave edges out Class Super on value for money, though the gap is modest enough that other factors may matter more.
Pricing Comparison
General pricing information for each platform.
Class Super
Custom pricing
These figures are estimates based on publicly available pricing. Actual costs depend on your usage, team size, and any negotiated rates.
Wave
Free for invoicing and accounting
Pricing may vary based on team size, features, and region. Contact the vendor for the latest Australian pricing.
Pros & Cons
An honest look at the strengths and limitations of each platform.
Class Super
Pros
- Solid feature set for its price point
- Active user community and resources
- Well-documented REST API for custom integrations
- Streamlines BAS and financial reporting
- Australian tax compliance built in
Cons
- May not suit every workflow without customisation
- Smaller market presence compared to category leaders
- Onboarding documentation could be more comprehensive
- Add-on costs for advanced features
Wave
Pros
- Regular platform updates and improvements
- Solid feature set for its price point
- Mobile-friendly interface
- Australian tax compliance built in
- Extensive integration ecosystem with 30+ connectors
Cons
- May require accounting knowledge to configure properly
- Add-on costs for advanced features
- Bank feed reliability varies by institution
- Onboarding documentation could be more comprehensive
Best For
Which tool suits which use case.
Choose Class Super if you need
- ✓ Tax compliance
- ✓ Professional Services organisations
- ✓ Moderate data needs (funds, members)
- ✓ Businesses connecting multiple tools
- ✓ Invoicing and payments
Choose Wave if you need
- ✓ Teams needing extensive third-party integrations
- ✓ Education organisations
- ✓ Financial reporting
- ✓ Professional Services businesses
- ✓ Complex data models (invoices, customers, payments and more)
Expert Verdict
Our Harvard-educated consultants' take on this comparison.
Clever Ops Recommendation
Choosing between Class Super and Wave is not about which is "better" — it is about which fits your business today and where you are heading. Both are capable accounting & finance tools, but they differ in approach, pricing model, and ideal team size. Our Harvard-educated consultants can cut through the marketing and give you an honest recommendation based on your actual requirements.
Migration Notes
What to know about switching between Class Super and Wave.
Migrating Between Class Super and Wave
Migrating between Class Super and Wave involves transferring reports and mapping custom fields. Clever Ops follows a structured migration process: discovery, data mapping, test migration, verification, and cutover. We typically complete migrations within 4-8 weeks. Historical data is preserved, and we run parallel systems during the transition to minimise risk. Post-migration, we provide 3 months of support to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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