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Xero Add-Ons: Extending Xero with the App Marketplace

Aonghus Sammin15 September 20264 min read
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Xero is more than accounting software — its app marketplace lets you connect hundreds of add-ons for expenses, payments, inventory, payroll and more, so your whole business runs from one connected platform.

What is the Xero App Marketplace?

The Xero App Marketplace is a directory of third-party apps that integrate directly with Xero. Instead of re-entering data, the apps talk to each other, so your bookkeeping updates automatically.

  • Dext — captures receipts and invoices and publishes them to Xero automatically.
  • Hubdoc — extracts data from bills and statements into Xero.
  • Payment apps (Stripe, GoCardless) — take payments and reconcile them automatically.
  • Inventory and e-commerce apps — keep stock and sales in sync.
  • Payroll and rostering add-ons — connect staff hours to payroll.

Why use add-ons?

  • Less manual data entry and fewer mistakes.
  • Real-time, up-to-date numbers.
  • A single connected system instead of separate tools.
  • Easier collaboration with your accountant.

Frequently asked questions

Are Xero add-ons free?

Some are free, but most charge a monthly subscription. The right add-ons usually pay for themselves in time saved.

Which add-ons should I choose?

It depends on your business. Most businesses benefit from a document-capture tool like Dext, and payment or payroll add-ons if those are relevant.

Will my accountant see the same data?

Yes. Because the apps integrate with Xero, your accountant sees the same live data as you.

If you want help choosing and setting up the right Xero add-ons for your business, talk to Bradán Accountants — we will make sure everything connects properly.

Sources

  • Xero App Store (apps.xero.com)
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Aonghus Sammin

Bradán Accountants

Updated 15 September 2026

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