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Top new and noteworthy apps

The Xero ecosystem is a hub of constant innovation, and The Rising Stars Power List features the apps that have gained the fastest momentum since joining the platform last year. These tools represent the next generation of small businesses and accounting technology.

How new software can help your business thrive

Modern software integrates cutting-edge technology — like generative AI business companions and real-time predictive analytics — to solve real-world challenges with greater speed and accuracy. Integrating new software into your Xero setup can help you:

  • Leverage automation: Streamline fragmented data into compliant records and reduce manual reconciliation.
  • Access timely insights: Gain a live view of cash flow and performance metrics to respond faster to market changes.
  • Reduce admin load: Free your team from repetitive tasks like invoice processing and bank reconciliation.
  • Scale with confidence: Implement bespoke systems that grow with your industry needs, whether you are in ecommerce, hospitality, or professional services.

From AI-powered assistants to advanced payment solutions, these new apps are reshaping the modern business workflow. Explore the full list below or see all lists.

  1. Featured app
    Ecommerce

    Etsy

    5 out of 5 stars
     4
    Ecommerce
    Automate your Etsy sales data directly into Xero for easy accounting. This free integration syncs sales, payouts, and fees, eliminating manual data entry, streamlining reconciliation of deposits and giving you a real-time view of your finances.
  2. CRM and marketing

    Cloudify

    CRM and marketing
    Seamlessly integrate Xero with popular CRMs like HubSpot and Pipedrive, creating a unified command center for your operations. Effortlessly manage invoices, quotes, and customer data while gaining instant financial insights across your entire business ecosystem.
  3. Accountant tools, Practice manager

    Karbon

    Accountant tools, Practice manager
    Karbon helps accounting firms maximize productivity and scale with ease. Karbon brings your team, clients, communication, work, proposals, billing, payments, and reporting all together in an AI-powered platform, enabling your firm to reach its full potential.
  4. CRM and marketing, Other

    Constant Contact

    5 out of 5 stars
     2
    CRM and marketing, Other
    Spend less time on marketing with Constant Contact’s easy-to-use email, social media, and AI tools that do the heavy lifting for you. Connect with Xero to save time with automatic follow-ups, target customers with purchase and engagement data, and track results in real dollars.
  5. Accountant tools

    Magnetism Solutions: Power Platform Connector

    Accountant tools
    Create invoices, manage payments, handle credit notes, update contact information and more – all through Microsoft's intuitive Power Automate or Logic Apps interface. Connect Xero to any system, without writing a single line of code.
  6. Accountant tools, Practice manager

    Vinyl

    5 out of 5 stars
     35
    Accountant tools, Practice manager
    Vinyl is your AI notetaker and meeting assistant for accountants and bookkeepers. It records, transcribes, and files meeting notes, syncing your client records from XPM—saving time, boosting accuracy, and keeping every client conversation tracked and searchable. Trusted by 220+ firms.
  7. Accountant tools, Debtor tracking

    EasyInterest

    5 out of 5 stars
     2
    Accountant tools, Debtor tracking
    Stop chasing late payments and let Xero + Easy Interest do the heavy lifting! 💪 Easy Interest for Xero seamlessly integrates with your Xero accounts to simplify, automate, and professionalize the process of calculating and applying interest on overdue invoices.
  8. Point of sale, Reporting and forecasting

    StoreHub

    Point of sale, Reporting and forecasting
    StoreHub offers retailers and restaurants an integrated suite of business tools, including cloud POS, QR ordering, reporting, loyalty programs, and customer engagement features to streamline operations and drive growth.
  9. Accountant tools, Reporting and forecasting

    FINNEX AI Assistant

    5 out of 5 stars
     3
    Accountant tools, Reporting and forecasting
    Use ChatGPT-style AI assistant directly in Excel to automate your Bookkeeping, Billing, Invoicing, and Reporting in Xero.
  10. Payments, Payroll HR

    Omnipresent

    Payments, Payroll HR
    Hire top remote talent in 160+ countries without opening an entity - hassle free and compliant. Our seamless Xero integration lets you onboard and pay global teams in just a few clicks. Simplify international employment today!
Although Xero reviews each app in the Xero App Store, we can’t give any guarantees. It’s up to you to assess the performance, quality and suitability of any app before going ahead.