Free Quotation Generator and Quote Maker

Build a professional quote for your client in minutes. Add your logo, line items and tax, pick a template and download a PDF. No sign-up, no watermark.

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How to make a quotation online

This free quotation generator lets you build a quote in your browser and download it as a PDF. There's no account to create and no watermark. The subtotal, tax, and total are calculated for you, so the price you send is the price you meant.

  1. Add your business details and logo, including your registration or tax number.
  2. Add your client's name and contact details, and check the quotation number and date.
  3. Add each line item with a description, quantity, and unit price.
  4. Set the tax name and rate, or leave the rate at zero if you do not charge tax.
  5. Pick one of 13 templates and download the PDF to send to your client.

Upload your logo, crop it to fit, and choose the design that suits your business. Every template is fully editable, and you can switch between them without re-entering anything. The quote builder takes one line for a small job or a line for every stage of a large one.

The quotation templates you can choose from
TemplateLook and feel
ClassicStructured layout with a green accent and clear sections
ModernBold dark header with a contemporary two-column layout
MinimalUnderstated black-and-white design with generous whitespace
CorporateFormal navy letterhead style with bordered tables
ElegantSerif typography with a refined gold accent
CreativeBold violet blocks for a distinctive, expressive look
CompactDense, efficient layout for documents with many line items
SidebarDark teal sidebar holding company details and totals
Dark ModeInverted dark page with a bright lime-green accent
TechTeal accent with rounded, startup-style blocks
RoseSoft pink tones, ideal for beauty and lifestyle brands
SlateFlat blue-gray SaaS billing style with minimal chrome
LedgerTraditional ruled accounting ledger with a double-underlined total

Quote, quotation or estimate: which do you need?

A quote and a quotation are the same thing: a fixed price for the work. An estimate is a rough figure that can change. This tool works for both. If you are giving an estimate, say so in the product or service detail, for example "Estimate only, final price may vary by up to 10%".

Quotes with VAT, GST or sales tax, in any currency

The tax section has a name field and a rate field, so the same form works in any country. Enter VAT, GST, HST, or sales tax and the percentage, and the tax is worked out for every line and shown in the totals. If you do not charge tax, leave the rate at zero.

Common tax settings for a quotation. Rates change, so confirm with your tax authority.
CountryTax name to enterStandard rate (check the current rate)
South AfricaVAT15%
United KingdomVAT20%
IrelandVAT23%
GermanyVAT (MwSt)19%
AustraliaGST10%
New ZealandGST15%
CanadaGST or HST5% GST, higher combined rates in some provinces
SingaporeGST9%
United Arab EmiratesVAT5%
NigeriaVAT7.5%
KenyaVAT16%
IndiaGSTSeveral slabs, 18% is common
United StatesSales taxVaries by state and locality

The currency picker has more than 150 symbols, so you can quote in rand, naira, pounds, euros, dollars, and many more. Use the VAT and sales tax calculator if you need to add tax to a price or work backwards from a tax-inclusive total before you quote.

A quote maker for contractors, freelancers and small businesses

Contractors and builders

List labour, materials, and equipment hire as separate lines so the client can see what they are paying for. Add a call-out fee as its own line rather than hiding it in the labour. Clients compare quotes line by line, and a clear breakdown is easier to accept than a lump sum.

Freelancers and agencies

Quote a fixed price per deliverable, or list your hours or days with your rate as the unit price. State how many revision rounds are included so the scope is clear. If you are unsure what to charge, work it out first with the freelance hourly rate calculator.

Small businesses

Enter your logo, company details, and registration number once, and every quote carries them. Printers quote by quantity, caterers per guest, IT support per device or month, and transport companies per trip or load, and each of those is just a quantity and a unit price. Use a sequential quotation number so you can match each quote to the client's decision later.

What to include in a quotation

A good quotation is specific about scope and price, so there is no room for the client to misread what they are agreeing to. Whatever the industry, it follows the same order:

  1. Your business name, logo, and contact details at the top, with your registration or tax number.
  2. The client's name and contact details, and the quotation number and date.
  3. A one-sentence description of the job in the product or service detail, including the validity period.
  4. Itemized line items, each with a description, quantity, and unit price.
  5. The subtotal, tax, and the total price.

A small job might look like this:

Sample quotation with subtotal, tax, and total
Line itemQuantityUnit priceLine total
Materials1240.00240.00
Labour (days)3120.00360.00
Subtotal600.00
Tax (15%)90.00
Total690.00

Each template lays these parts out for you. For line items in transport, kitchen, building, electrical, and plumbing work, see our quotation format examples by trade.

From accepted quote to invoice

Once a client accepts your quote, do the work, then bill for it. Copy the same line items into the invoice generator to get paid, and use a receipt to confirm payment when it lands. If you are buying supplies for the job, a purchase order keeps the paperwork in order. For a longer read on scoping and pricing, see our guide on how to prepare a quotation and the purchase order vs quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this quotation generator free with no sign-up?

Yes. It's free, needs no account or login, and you can make as many quotes as you like.

Does the quote maker add a watermark?

No. Your PDF has no watermark and no branding from us.

Can I add my logo to a quotation?

Yes. Upload your logo in the company section, crop it, and it appears on the quotation in the template you choose.

Can I add VAT, GST or sales tax to a quote?

Yes. Type any tax name and rate, such as 15% VAT, 10% GST or your state's sales tax. Set the rate to zero for a quote without tax.

Can I make a quotation in rand, naira, pounds or euros?

Yes. The currency picker has more than 150 currency symbols, so you can quote in rand, naira, pounds, euros, rupees, dirhams, dollars, and more.

Does the quote maker work for contractors, plumbers and freelancers?

Yes. Put labour, materials, the call-out fee or each deliverable on its own line, and the totals and tax are worked out for you.

Can I put an expiry date on the quotation?

Yes. Write it in the product or service detail, for example "Valid for 30 days from the date of issue", and repeat it in the message you send with the quote.

Can I edit the quotation template?

Yes. Every field in all 13 templates is editable.

Can I download a quotation template for Word or Excel?

No. This tool makes a PDF you can send straight to your client. If you need to change it later, reopen the page on the same device, edit and download again.

Do I need an app to make quotes on my phone or PC?

No. It works in the browser on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac, with nothing to install.

Can I use this to respond to a request for quotation (RFQ)?

Yes. Match the buyer's line items, add your prices, and export a PDF response for the tender or purchase process. If you are the buyer, make the RFQ itself with the request for quotation generator.

What is the difference between a quote and an invoice?

A quote proposes a price before work starts and is not a request for payment. An invoice is sent after the work and formally asks to be paid.

How do I change the quotation number?

Open the quotation details section and type over the number. New quotations count up from the last one, and you can use any format that suits you.

Where is my quotation data stored?

Your details are saved in your own browser on your device. Clearing your browser data removes them, so download the PDF of any quotation you need to keep.

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