Which devices are compatible with QuickBooks?

QuickBooks Online works on your PC, Mac, tablets, and phones.

Is there an additional fee for the QuickBooks mobile app?

QuickBooks Online mobile access is included with your QuickBooks Online subscription at no additional cost.

Where can I find more info about each of the products on this page?

Explore what each of our online products have to offer: Simple Start, Essentials, Plus, and Advanced.

Is this online or do I download software?

There is no need to download QuickBooks Online because it is connected to the cloud, which means you can access online accounting from any device with an internet connection. You can download the QuickBooks Online mobile app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Can I upgrade between plans?

You can upgrade between QuickBooks Simple Start, Essentials, Plus or Advanced.

What is the future of QuickBooks Desktop, will it be discontinued?

We continue to support our QuickBooks Desktop products and customers. For companies with complex business needs, QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise continues to be our primary Desktop solution. For QuickBooks Desktop Pro/Premier/Mac Plus subscription customers, we strongly encourage these customers to make the switch to QuickBooks Online.

How easy is it to migrate from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online?

We’re here to make migrating your desktop data and getting to know QuickBooks Online as seamless as possible. Easily do it yourself, or get help from a specialist if you have questions.

There’s no contract, correct?

That’s right. There’s no contract or commitment. You’re free to switch plans or cancel any time.

What is QuickBooks Priority Circle?

QuickBooks Priority Circle is a benefit included in your subscription to QuickBooks Online Advanced that connects you with in-depth training and 24/7 premium support.

What’s included in QuickBooks Live Expert Full-Service Bookkeeping?

Live Expert Full-Service Bookkeeping includes two phases: cleanup and ongoing bookkeeping. In the cleanup/setup phase, your bookkeeper helps you set up your chart of accounts, connects your banks, and teaches you the basics of QuickBooks.

The QuickBooks advantage

Name: QuickBooks Online
Brand: QuickBooks
Rating: 4.3 (7897 reviews)

Better financial outcomes begin with accuracy you can count on. QuickBooks uses Intuit Intelligence to automate the details, surface the insights, and give you the confidence to grow your bottom line.

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The difference is clear

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QuickBooks Plus¹

Other financial software¹

Spreadsheets²

Bookkeeping

Track income & expenses

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Manual

Automated bookkeeping

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AI-powered reconciliation

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Manage contractors & stay on top of 1099s

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Automated bill entry

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Automated bill payment (5 free ACH payments/mo)

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Insights & planning

Budgeting

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Manual

3rd-party integrations

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Cash flow planning

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Customizable invoices

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Instantly payable invoices

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AI-powered Intelligence

Anomaly detection & resolution

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AI-powered balance sheet insights

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AI-powered profit & loss insights

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Dashboards & custom KPIs

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1 - Sage 50 (1 user), Freshbooks Premium (5 users via add-on), Xero Established, Zoho Books Professional

2 - Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Some - Feature offered by some financial software providers.

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The future of business tools

Automation with your approval

AI handles recurring jobs like categorizing transactions and reconciling accounts, so you or your accountant can approve and get back to business.

Instant answers with Intuit Intelligence chat

No need to go it alone. Ask anything, from “What’s driving my profit?” to “How are my invoices doing this month?” and get clear, contextual answers to help drive growth.**

Definitive data for faster decisions

Uplevel business performance with AI-driven insights, consistent KPIs, and powerful reports that can surface opportunities to help turn your strategic visions into reality.

Compare and choose confidently

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Wave

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Xero

Both provide cloud accounting features, while QuickBooks delivers a connected business platform with automation, AI-driven insights to run your entire business.

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Freshbooks

While Freshbooks has a lot of the basic accounting features, QuickBooks is a more comprehensive solution that includes expert onboarding and support.

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Netsuite

NetSuite is an enterprise-level ERP software that is far more complex than QuickBooks. Businesses seeking an ERP-level solution should consider Intuit Enterprise Suite.

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ADP

ADP specializes in payroll and HR, while QuickBooks combines payroll, accounting, business insights, and more together in one connected platform.

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Gusto

Gusto focuses on payroll and HR, while QuickBooks helps you manage payroll, accounting, cash flow and business insights in one place.

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Zoho

Both are powerful accounting platforms, while QuickBooks includes expert onboarding and bookkeeping support, tax assistance and access to capital.

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Sage

Sage often requires multiple product add-ons, while QuickBooks brings accounting, automation, and insights together in one platform, to deliver more value in one place.

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Square

Square focuses on payments and point-of-sale tools, while QuickBooks provides accounting, automation, expert help, and insights to manage finances end-to-end.

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What customers are saying

“[QuickBooks] keeps me organized. It gives us time back and answers when we need them. We don’t have to guess.”

Michael Lara, Printhaus

Frequently asked questions

Which QuickBooks plan is right for my business?

Is it easy to move my data from other software into QuickBooks?

Why is QuickBooks better than spreadsheets?

How does QuickBooks compare to other accounting software and alternatives?

QuickBooks offers the most comprehensive feature set that enables small business owners to manage more of their business. While alternatives to QuickBooks may offer the basics to manage historical tracking, QuickBooks’ smart business tools help business owners manage more of their business in one place, with room to grow as your business expands. From automating accounting work and preparing for tax time to proactively managing cash flow, QuickBooks can do it all.

Is it easy to get started in QuickBooks?

What’s the difference between QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop?

QuickBooks Online is a subscription-based product that gives you the freedom to work on the go. You can access and sync data across all your devices —computer, tablet, and phone.

QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise has advanced inventory management, advanced reporting, pricing rules, job costing, payroll, time tracking, and more. Availability of QuickBooks Enterprise features vary by subscription type.

Running a complex company or multiple businesses? Check out Intuit Enterprise Suite, the next-generation ERP. It comes with integrated project and workflow management, multi-dimensional reports, dedicated support, and more to streamline complex operational needs.

What kind of support is available?

Can I change, upgrade, or cancel my plan whenever I want?

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Important pricing details and product information

How can we help?

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The QuickBooks advantage

The difference is clear

The future of business tools

Automation with your approval

Instant answers with Intuit Intelligence chat

Definitive data for faster decisions

Compare and choose confidently

Wave

Xero

Freshbooks

Netsuite

ADP

Gusto

Zoho

Sage

Square

What customers are saying

What customers are saying

“[QuickBooks] keeps me organized. It gives us time back and answers when we need them. We don’t have to guess.”

Michael Lara, Printhaus

QuickBooks is the accounting software to go to. We never looked anywhere else.

Amir Aria, Amini Construction

[QuickBooks] clearly organizes everything in a simple way. You don't need a finance degree to figure it out.

Paul Donnici, Paulies Barbershop

Frequently asked questions

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