Trapped in an Expensive Accounting Contract?
Switch to XDew Books & Get Up to 6 Months Free.
Don’t pay double during your cancellation notice period. Subscribe to any standard XDew Books plan today, email your current Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks invoice to support@governx.co.za, and we will refund 100% of your initial subscription payment within 24 hours, granting up to 6 months of free system usage to match your notice period!
How the Up to 6 Months Free System Usage Buyout Works
Subscribe to a Standard Plan
Choose any standard Business Full Suite or Base Plan on xdew.co.za and activate your cloud organization.
Email Us Your Bill
Email your current paid invoice from Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks to support@governx.co.za.
24h Refund + Up to 6 Mo Free
We verify and refund 100% of your initial subscription within 24 hours + grant up to 6 months of 100% free system usage. Zero double-billing!
Calculate Your Free System Usage & Savings
Up to 6 Mo FreeValue of free XDew Books system usage awarded to eliminate your competitor cancellation notice period!
Switch on Standard Plan & Claim 4 Mo FreeAutomated Data Migration Map: How We Move Your Books in 60 Seconds
Switching accounting software used to take weeks. Our automated 1-Click Migration Hub guarantees 100% verified General Ledger continuity.
Step 1: Export Customer, Supplier & Chart of Accounts Data
Download your general ledger, contacts, and open balance CSV files directly from Sage Pastel, Xero, or QuickBooks Online in 3 clicks.
Step 2: AI Ingestion & Dual-Entry Debit/Credit Verification
Our autonomous engine auto-detects column headers, maps SARS standard VAT rates (15% Standard, Zero-Rated, Exempt), and validates that total Debits equal Credits.
Step 3: Live SARS-Compliant Ledger with Zero Downtime
Instantly issue Section 20 tax invoices with Ozow Instant EFT payment links, generate live VAT201 returns, and connect sub-second AI bank feeds.
Why South African Businesses Are Switching from Sage, Xero & QuickBooks
Compare the features that matter most to South African SMEs, bookkeepers, and tax practitioners.
| Feature / Capability | XDew Books | Xero South Africa | Sage Pastel | QuickBooks Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Buyout Benefit | Up to 6 Months Free System Usage | None (Strict 30-Day Notice) | None (Annual Lock-in) | None (Full Notice Billed) |
| Buyout Plan Eligibility | Standard plans (Specials excluded) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Pricing Currency & Stability | Fixed ZAR (Zero FX risk) | Volatile FX / USD hikes | Costly Annual Licenses | Foreign currency surprises |
| Invoice Limits | Unlimited on all plans | Capped at 20 invoices (Starter) | Unlimited (Desktop server) | Tier-restricted |
| SARS VAT201 Automation | Native 1-Click eFiling Sheets | Manual adjustments required | Complex period rollover | No native SARS boxes |
| Instant EFT Customer Checkout | Built-in Ozow 1-Click Links | Third-party add-ons only | Manual bank reference tracing | No local EFT rails |
| Section 11(e) Depreciation Schedule | Included automated calculator | Not supported | Manual journal entry only | Not supported |
Frequently Asked Questions About Free System Usage & the 24-Hour Refund
How does the XDew Books Contract Buyout offer work for Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks users?
If you are locked into a 30-day, 60-day, or annual contract with Xero, Sage Pastel, or QuickBooks, XDew Books eliminates your switching friction. Subscribe to any standard XDew Books plan, email your latest competitor invoice to support@governx.co.za, and we will issue a 100% refund of your initial subscription fee within 24 hours, giving you up to 6 months of free system usage to offset your existing notice period.
Can the contract buyout be used with running promotional specials or founder allocations?
No. The Contract Buyout program (up to 6 months free system usage) applies strictly to standard-rate subscription plans. It cannot be combined with, applied to, or used alongside any active promotional specials, founder commitment tiers (such as the September Special), or discount voucher codes.
How do I switch from Xero to XDew Books without losing historical accounting data?
Export your Chart of Accounts, Customers, Suppliers, and General Ledger Transactions from Xero as CSV files. In XDew Books, navigate to Settings > 1-Click Migration Hub and upload them. Our automated AI parser maps South African VAT codes, reconciles historical balances, and validates that Debits equal Credits (DR ≡ CR) in under 60 seconds.
How fast is the 24-hour contract buyout refund processed?
Within 24 business hours of emailing your current active competitor invoice to support@governx.co.za, our billing team verifies your account and issues a direct 100% refund to your original payment method. Your XDew Books account remains active with full enterprise features for up to 6 months free.
Free 24-Hour Concierge Data Migration Included
Prefer human assistance? Our engineering team imports your Chart of Accounts, Customers, Suppliers, and open balances with 100% verified Trial Balance equilibrium ($DR \equiv CR$).