QuickBooks
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Overview
QuickBooks by Intuit is a business management and accounting software suite designed to help small and mid-sized businesses, freelancers, and solopreneurs stay on top of their finances. The cloud-based system automatically connects to bank accounts to track income and expenses, reconcile accounts, and organize receipts for tax preparation. In addition to general ledger accounting, QuickBooks features integrated capabilities for invoicing, bill pay, inventory management, project profitability tracking, sales tax calculation, and automated payroll. Powered by Intuit Intelligence, the platform includes built-in AI features that identify financial anomalies, answer business queries, recommend cash flow strategies, and optimize tax deductions. QuickBooks works across desktop computers, tablets, and smartphones, integrating with hundreds of third-party apps to streamline operations, manage workforce time tracking, and connect with live certified bookkeeping experts.
Best for: Small to mid-sized businesses, solopreneurs, and accountants seeking an integrated cloud accounting platform to manage finances, payroll, invoicing, and tax preparation.
Pros and cons
What works well
- Comprehensive end-to-end management for accounting, invoicing, payroll, and taxes.
- Integrated AI features that automate categorization, detect errors, and track tax deductions.
- Broad ecosystem supporting mobile apps, expert bookkeeping services, and third-party integrations.
Where it falls short
- Strict user seat limits per subscription tier force upgrades for growing teams.
- Several setup features and advanced AI capabilities are currently listed in BETA.
- Higher subscription tiers represent a substantial recurring expense for small businesses.
Pricing
Simple Start
$38/mo
Includes 1 user plus 2 accountant access, expense categorization, invoicing, general business reports, and tax deduction tools.
Essentials
$85/mo
Includes up to 3 users plus 2 accountant access, bill pay automation, enhanced reporting, customer meeting scheduling, and time tracking on invoices.
Plus
$140/mo
Includes up to 5 users plus 2 accountant access, inventory management, project profitability tracking, budgeting, and sales tax AI.
Advanced
$340/mo
Includes up to 25 users plus 3 accountant access, custom permissions, workflow automation, cash flow forecasting, custom dashboards, and Excel integration.
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Frequently asked questions
What is QuickBooks?
QuickBooks is business management software designed to help businesses manage finances, send invoices, track expenses, accept payments, run payroll, and calculate taxes.
Which devices support QuickBooks?
QuickBooks Online can be accessed on PCs, Macs, tablets, and smartphones via web browsers or native mobile apps.
Is QuickBooks Online software download required?
No download is required for desktop access because QuickBooks Online is cloud-based. Mobile apps can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Can data be migrated to QuickBooks from other tools?
Yes, QuickBooks supports data migration from spreadsheets and other accounting software using built-in guidance and its Dataswitcher service.
Does QuickBooks integrate with third-party software?
QuickBooks connects with hundreds of integrations available in the QuickBooks App Store, including tools like PayPal, Square, ServiceM8, and Dext.
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