Innovation App of the Year 2026

Meet the finalists for the Innovation App of the Year, a global award celebrating the apps that are pushing the boundaries with outside-the-box approaches, groundbreaking technologies, or unique solutions to existing problems.

1. 

   Debtor management, Invoicing and jobs

   Paidnice

   5 out of 5 stars

    82

   Debtor management, Invoicing and jobs

   #1 AR automation for Xero. Automate late fees, interest, reminders from your domain, statements, payment plans & collections - tailored to every customer. Live in 15 min. 🏆 2025 Xero Global Small Business App of the Year.
2. 

   Invoicing and jobs, Time tracking

   ShiftCare

   4.85 out of 5 stars

    73

   Invoicing and jobs, Time tracking

   ShiftCare is your all-in-one AI NDIS and aged care software (including SaH and HCP) for rostering, invoicing, documents, and progress notes. With a mobile app for caregivers, it's everything care teams need to stay organised, compliant, and focused on delivering great care.
3. 

   Bills and expenses, Payments

   Weel

   4.84 out of 5 stars

    102

   Bills and expenses, Payments

   Every Expense Complete. Weel is the AI-powered expense management platform trusted by 4,000+ Australian and New Zealand businesses. Issue corporate cards, automate accounts payable, snap receipts, and reconcile with Xero in real time - so every expense closes itself. No chasing.
4. 

   Accountant tools, Practice manager

   XBert

   5 out of 5 stars

    67

   Accountant tools, Practice manager

   AI-Powered Work Intelligence that monitors Xero data entry & your practice, ensuring team efficiency and accuracy. Practice Analytics to onboard & price clients. Information management linked to smarter workflows. Client portals to gather information with ease. XPM and Xero Integration.