Before VATLY
- Spreadsheet tabs
- Calculator checks in isolation
- Unclear assumptions
- Last-minute filing scramble
Built for HMRC Making Tax Digital
UK VAT calculator and MTD filing for freelancers
VATLY helps UK freelancers and small businesses estimate VAT, review current HMRC-linked assumptions, compare scenarios, and prepare Making Tax Digital-compatible records without turning quarterly admin into a spreadsheet project.
- HMRC-linked source notes
- MTD-compatible workflow
- Formula breakdowns
- Quarterly audit trail
- British English support
Why quarterly VAT admin drags
VAT gets expensive when the process is vague
Most freelancers do not struggle with arithmetic. They struggle with timing, definitions, missing records, and software that assumes they already know which scheme and deadline apply.
With VATLY
- One VAT workflow
- Source-backed assumptions
- Scenario comparisons
- Audit-ready record
How it works
Import, check, file
VATLY keeps the workflow narrow on purpose: bring in the figures, review how the numbers are treated, and prepare a filing record you can explain later.
Step 1
Add or import your figures
Start with revenue, VAT collected, VAT paid, and period dates. Import from bookkeeping tools or enter figures manually.
Step 2
Review assumptions and formulae
See which rates, thresholds, and scheme assumptions are being used. Every key rule links back to a reviewed HMRC source.
Step 3
Prepare your filing record
Generate a clear summary, export it, share it, or use it to support your MTD workflow.
Pricing
Simple monthly pricing
Choose the workflow depth you need. Both plans keep the core VAT calculation experience source-backed and legible.
Basic
£ 19/mo
Newly VAT-registered freelancers; simple quarterly workflows.
- VAT calculator
- Source-linked assumptions
- Quarterly VAT summary
- MTD-compatible export
- Email support
Pro
£ 29/mo
Multi-workflow businesses; scheme comparison; accountant handoff.
- Everything in Basic
- Scenario comparison
- Saved calculations
- Shareable links
- Richer audit trail
- Priority support
Prices shown ex VAT unless stated otherwise. Source-backed calculations are included in both plans.
FAQ
Questions freelancers ask before they trust VAT software
Do I need to register for VAT if I have one unusually busy month?
It depends on your taxable turnover across the relevant period and whether you expect to go over the £90,000 threshold soon. VATLY helps you test timing assumptions rather than relying on a single number in isolation.
What counts as taxable turnover?
Taxable turnover can include more than your headline income figure. VATLY keeps assumptions visible so you can review what is being counted before acting on the result.
Can I use VATLY with Making Tax Digital for VAT workflows?
Yes — VATLY is designed around MTD-compatible record and filing workflows, with exports and summaries built to support that process.
Will this replace my accountant?
No. VATLY reduces routine admin and makes figures easier to review, share, and discuss. It should improve accountant handoff, not pretend judgement no longer matters.
Can I compare schemes before I decide?
On Pro, scenario comparison lets you review different assumptions side by side so you can see trade-offs before filing or changing process.
How often are VAT rules reviewed in the app?
Any threshold, rate, or filing rule shown in the product carries its source and last-reviewed date so you can see the provenance of what you are using.