In which cases should a service provider use Zoho Invoice instead of Zoho Books?

While Zoho Books is a full accounting suite, Zoho Invoice is ideal for scenarios such as:
Freelancer or Solo-preneur Clients: Where the client needs simple invoicing but not full bookkeeping.
Project-Based Billing: For short-term consulting or fixed-cost engagements.
International Clients: Where quick, multilingual, and multi-currency invoice generation is needed.
Mobile Invoicing: Lightweight usage via mobile app for field professionals.
Time-Tracking & Billing: Especially for legal, IT, or creative agencies.
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