What makes QuickBooks Online Payroll a good alternative to RUN Powered by ADP®?

QuickBooks Online Payroll offers several advantages over RUN Powered by ADP®, especially for small to mid-sized businesses already using QuickBooks accounting software. It provides seamless integration with QuickBooks accounting, employee scheduling features, payroll-to-job costing integration, faster direct deposit processing, and robust tax penalty coverage.

What type of businesses use QuickBooks Online Payroll?

QuickBooks Online Payroll works for small to midsize businesses—from accountants and financial experts to hospitality companies, construction companies, and truckers.

QuickBooks Workforce vs ADP: Which is Best for your Business in 2026?

Compare the features, pricing plans, and add-ons available with both QuickBooks Workforce and RUN Powered by ADP® to find the best human capital management (HCM) solution for your business.

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QuickBooks Workforce vs ADP

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Integration

Payroll to accounting integration

(payroll is mapped to corresponding accounts)

fully integrated. detailed data

requires API. basic data

Payroll to job costing integration

(time and payroll mapped for job costing)

enhanced payroll and above; manual/exported process (not natively integrated)

Payroll & taxes

Unlimited payroll runs

(at no extra cost)

Same-day direct deposit

premium or elite

no x mark 2-4 days or next day in higher plans

Auto file & pay taxes

(federal, state, local)

local requires premium or elite

End of year filings & delivery

(W-2/1099s)

unlimited e-file; extra cost to print & mail forms

extra cost for printed and mailed forms

Tax penalty protection

(coverage whether it’s our fault or customer’s fault)

elite

no x mark

Time tracking

Employee scheduling

(shift and project scheduling)

shift scheduling in premium and elite / project scheduling in elite only

shift scheduling available via add-on, extra cost

Employee time tracking

(when an employee worked)

premium or elite

extra cost

Employee location tracking

(gps tracking and geofencing)

gps tracking in premium or elite geofencing in elite only

geofencing available, extra cost

HR & employee management

Hiring Employees

(job posting, applicant tracking, background checks)

background checks available via premium and higher, powered by Checkr

Employee onboarding

(EE self-onboard with W-4, I-9 and bank details)

self-onboarding available on all plans/ automated I-9 process available in premium and elite

Document management

(securely store and share employee documents)

document upload and sharing available on all plans / templates and e-signatures available in premium and elite

HR support

(labor, wage, anti-discrimination, & benefits laws)

available in premium and elite, powered by Mineral, Inc.

included with complete and HR Pro plans (HR HelpDesk and compliance tools)

Benefits management

(health insurance, retirement, employee benefits)

health insurance via Allstate, 401(k) via Vestwell, workers' comp via ERGO NEXT — plus optional benefits administration add-on to manage existing plans**

The feature list is accurate as per the ADP website on August 25, 2026.

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QuickBooks Workforce vs. RUN Powered by ADP®: Comparison Overview 2026

QuickBooks Workforce and RUN Powered by ADP® are both popular HCM solutions for small businesses. However, QuickBooks Workforce has transparent pricing, unlimited payroll runs, seamless data syncing, and tax penalty protection—just a few reasons why it is a top choice for small to mid-sized businesses.

Below, we break down the key differences in features, advantages, and pricing to help you choose the platform that best suits your business needs and budget.

QuickBooks Workforce overview

QuickBooks Workforce gives you everything you need to better manage and pay your team with confidence. As an all-in-one HCM platform, it lets you track time, run payroll when you want with next-day or same-day direct deposit, hire and onboard new employees, automate tedious HR tasks, and so much more.

Plans & Pricing

QuickBooks Workforce has a range of plans. All offer full-service payroll with automated tax calculations and filings, 1099 E-File & Pay, next-day direct deposit, and expert payroll support via phone and chat.** Compare the plans and find the optimal fit for your business.

Workforce Payroll
+ Simple Start

Pay your team and get basic accounting tools.

$88 + $6.50/employee

50% off for 3 months*

Key apps included:

Payroll

Team

Accounting

Payments

Take care of payday

Intuit Intelligence

Full service payroll
We'll calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you. Set up and calculate garnishments and deductions from each paycheck.** Create and download reports for payroll history, bank transactions, contractor payments, paid time off, tax payments, and more.
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Auto payroll
Run auto payroll for salaried employees on direct deposit.** Review and approve payroll before paychecks are sent and easily make compensation changes
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1099 E-File
Create and e-file unlimited 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC form with the IRS** We’ll automatically send copies to your contractors.
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Expert product support
Payroll support experts available via phone and chat.** Get step-by-step help, troubleshooting assistance, tips, and resources.
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Next-day direct deposit
Our second fastest money movement option, run payroll by 5:00 PM to pay your employees the next business day**
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Team management tools

Document upload and sharing
Securely upload and store employee documents within individual employee profiles.
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Employee data management
NEW
Manage employee information, including profiles, team directories, and add, view, and bulk update employee data.
Employee portal
Your team can access their pay stubs and W-2s and enter their personal, direct deposit, and tax info online or in app.
See more
Background checks via Checkr
NEW
Fast, smooth, and safe background checks starting at $29.99 per report. Integrated into applicant recruiting**

Take care of your team

Take care of tracking time

Take care of your books

Intuit Intelligence

Track income & expenses
Securely import transactions and organize your finances automatically.
See more
Capture & organize receipts
Snap photos of your receipts and categorize them on the go.**
See more
Maximize tax deductions
Share your books with your accountant or export important documents.
See more
Track miles
Automatically track miles, categorize trips, and get sharable reports.**
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Run general reports
Run and export reports including profit & loss, expenses, and balance sheets.*
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Send estimates
Customize estimates, accept mobile signatures, see estimate status, and convert estimates into invoices.**
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Track sales & sales tax
Accept credit cards anywhere, connect to e-commerce tools, and calculate taxes automatically.**
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Manage 1099 contractors
Assign vendor payments to 1099 categories, see payment history, prepare and file 1099s from QuickBooks.**
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Manage bills
Organize bills in one place, schedule payments, pay online for free, and choose how vendors get paid.**
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Workforce Payroll
+ Essentials

FAVORITE

Pay your team, track billable hours, and pay bills in one place.

$125 + $6.50/employee

50% off for 3 months*

Key apps included:

Payroll

Team

Accounting

Payments

Take care of payday

Intuit Intelligence

Full service payroll
We'll calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you. Set up and calculate garnishments and deductions from each paycheck.** Create and download reports for payroll history, bank transactions, contractor payments, paid time off, tax payments, and more.
See more
Auto payroll
Run auto payroll for salaried employees on direct deposit.** Review and approve payroll before paychecks are sent and easily make compensation changes
See more
1099 E-File
Create and e-file unlimited 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC form with the IRS** We’ll automatically send copies to your contractors.
See more
Expert product support
Payroll support experts available via phone and chat.** Get step-by-step help, troubleshooting assistance, tips, and resources.
See more
Same-day direct deposit
Our fastest money movement option, run payroll by 7:00 am to pay your employees that same business day**
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Team management tools

Document upload and sharing
Securely upload and store employee documents within individual employee profiles.
See more
Employee data
management
NEW
Manage employee information, including profiles, team directories, and add, view, and bulk update employee data.
Employee portal
Your team can access their pay stubs and W-2s and enter their personal, direct deposit, and tax info online or in app.
See more
Background checks via Checkr
NEW
Fast, smooth, and safe background checks starting at $29.99 per report. Integrated into applicant recruiting**

Take care of your team

Take care of tracking time

Take care of your books

Intuit Intelligence

Track income & expenses
Securely import transactions and organize your finances automatically.
See more
Capture & organize receipts
Snap photos of your receipts and categorize them on the go.**
See more
Maximize tax deductions
Share your books with your accountant or export important documents.
See more
Track miles
Automatically track miles, categorize trips, and get sharable reports.**
See more
Run enhanced reports
Know how your business is doing with sales, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reports.*
See more
Send estimates
Customize estimates, accept mobile signatures, see estimate status, and convert estimates into invoices.**
See more
Track sales & sales tax
Accept credit cards anywhere, connect to e-commerce tools, and calculate taxes automatically.**
See more
Manage 1099 contractors
Assign vendor payments to 1099 categories, see payment history, prepare and file 1099s from QuickBooks.**
See more
Manage bills
Organize bills in one place, schedule payments, pay online for free, and choose how vendors get paid.**
See more
Manage budgets
Create budgets with real-time data you can collaborate with your team on.
Includes 3 users
Invite your accountant to access your books, control user-access levels, and share reports without sharing a log-in.**
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Workforce Premium
+ Plus

Pay your team, get HR & benefits, and track projects or products.

$203 + $10/employee

50% off for 3 months*

Key apps included:

Payroll

Team

Time

Accounting

Payments

Take care of payday

Intuit Intelligence

Full service payroll
We'll calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you. Set up and calculate garnishments and deductions from each paycheck.** Create and download reports for payroll history, bank transactions, contractor payments, paid time off, tax payments, and more.
See more
Auto payroll
Run auto payroll for salaried employees on direct deposit.** Review and approve payroll before paychecks are sent and easily make compensation changes
See more
1099 E-File
Create and e-file unlimited 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC form with the IRS** We’ll automatically send copies to your contractors.
See more
Expert product support
Payroll support experts available via phone and chat.** Get step-by-step help, troubleshooting assistance, tips, and resources.
See more
Same-day direct deposit
Our fastest money movement option, run payroll by 7:00 am to pay your employees that same business day**
See more
Expert review of setup
After you set up your payroll, a QuickBooks expert will review your work to make sure everything is correct.
See more

Team management tools

Document upload and sharing
Securely upload and store employee documents within individual employee profiles.
See more
Advanced employee data management
NEW
Manage employee information, including profiles, team directories, and add, view, and bulk update employee data. Also includes employee history and effective dating so you can choose when changes take effect and see all past changes.
Employee portal
Your team can access their pay stubs and W-2s and enter their personal, direct deposit, and tax info online or in app.
See more
Background checks via Checkr
NEW
Fast, smooth, and safe background checks starting at $29.99 per report. Integrated into applicant recruiting**
Company documents center
NEW
Streamline your HR paperwork by using AI-powered templates and e-signatures to create, send, and store everything from company handbooks to personalized employee documents.
Hiring & onboarding
NEW
Streamlines the new hire process, from sending offer letters to completing digital paperwork. Automated I-9 process from collection to storage to help you stay compliant.
Time off management
NEW
Customize your time off policies, monitor balances effortlessly, and approve requests with one click. Plus, time off automatically syncs with your schedules, timesheets, and embedded payroll so you can eliminate manual data entry.
Automated HR workflows (5)
NEW
Automates multi-step HR processes and workflows, like promotions or offboarding, with custom approval chains. Limited to five custom configurations at any one time
Recruiting
NEW
Manages the hiring process from job posting to offer letter with built-in applicant tracking.
Manager role
NEW
Empower managers to take action for their direct reports in Workforce, including approving requests, completing tasks, and accessing employee profiles.
HR resource center & handbook creator
NEW
Mineral, Inc. offers customized job descriptions, handbook creator, compliance alerts, and best practices on hiring, performance, and termination.**
Automated I-9
Automate compliance and streamline employment verification.
See more

Take care of your team

Take care of tracking time

Take care of your books

Intuit Intelligence

Track income & expenses
Securely import transactions and organize your finances automatically.
See more
Capture & organize receipts
Snap photos of your receipts and categorize them on the go.**
See more
Maximize tax deductions
Share your books with your accountant or export important documents.
See more
Track miles
Automatically track miles, categorize trips, and get sharable reports.**
See more
Run enhanced reports
Know how your business is doing with sales, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reports.*
See more
Send estimates
Customize estimates, accept mobile signatures, see estimate status, and convert estimates into invoices.**
See more
Track sales & sales tax
Accept credit cards anywhere, connect to e-commerce tools, and calculate taxes automatically.**
See more
Manage 1099 contractors
Assign vendor payments to 1099 categories, see payment history, prepare and file 1099s from QuickBooks.**
See more
Manage bills
Organize bills in one place, schedule payments, pay online for free, and choose how vendors get paid.**
See more
Manage budgets
Create budgets with real-time data you can collaborate with your team on.
Includes 5 users
Invite your accountant to access your books, control user-access levels, and share reports without sharing a log-in.**
See more
Track project profitability
Track all your projects in one place, track labor costs, payroll and expenses.
See more
Track inventory
Track products, cost of goods, see what’s popular, create purchase orders, and manage vendors.
See more

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Get payroll only or create a payroll and accounting plan.

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If you have QuickBooks Online, you can add payroll anytime.

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Overall features

Unlimited payroll runs

Run payroll as often as your business needs with unlimited payroll runs included in your monthly plan and per-employee pricing. Additional fees may apply for certain services depending on your plan, such as contractor payments or multistate tax filing. Whether you pay your team weekly, biweekly, or on a changing schedule, you can run payroll at no extra per-run cost.

Seamless sync

Keep payroll and time-tracking data connected. When an employee logs hours or you approve a timesheet, that information flows directly into payroll, helping reduce manual entry, duplicate work, and reconciliation headaches. With up-to-date data across your workflow, you can save time and get a clearer view of your business.

Tax penalty coverage

With tax penalty protection, available on QuickBooks Workforce Elite, we'll pay up to $25,000 if you receive a penalty for any reason.^✝That means if you or QuickBooks makes an error on a payroll tax filing or payment made on your behalf, you're protected—giving you one less thing to worry about at tax time.

Payroll to job costing integration

Assign payroll costs and hourly labor to classes or projects for job costing with QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite.** Track hourly labor costs and profitability by class or project in QuickBooks Online.** This makes it easier to see exactly where your labor dollars are going, so you can bid future projects with confidence and protect your margins.

Automated tax payments and filing

QuickBooks will calculate, file, and pay your payroll taxes for you.** Federal and state taxes are handled automatically, and local tax filings are available on QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite. You stay compliant without having to track deadlines or file forms yourself.

Same-day direct deposit

Hold onto your cash longer and run payroll when you're ready. Depending on your plan, you can pay by direct deposit the same day you run payroll or the next day for no additional charge.

Same-day direct deposit is available on QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite. Run payroll by 7:00 a.m. PT, and your employees get paid that same business day.

Employee scheduling

QuickBooks Time, included with QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite, lets you create schedules and easily edit, publish, and share schedules with your team. Employees can view their schedules directly in the QuickBooks Workforce app, reducing back-and-forth and last-minute confusion.

Employee location tracking

Turn on GPS to see your employee’s location any time they’re on the clock. Data seamlessly syncs with timesheets to improve accuracy and save on payroll costs. GPS tracking is available on QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite, while geofencing is exclusive to Elite.

Manage time tracking

Improve accuracy, approve timesheets, and save over 2 hours every time you run payroll.²Employees can clock in and out from their phones, and managers can review, edit, and approve timesheets from anywhere. Because time data syncs directly with payroll, there's no manual data entry required.

Automatic payroll

Reduce manual entries and free up your time when you set payroll to run on its own.** Auto payroll is available for eligible employees with direct deposit after setup requirements are met.

Workforce App

The QuickBooks Workforce app allows your team to track time and access pay details in one place. Employees can clock in and out, view pay stubs, check W-2s, request time off, and update their personal information, all from their phone. The app is available on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices.

Payroll AI

QuickBooks Payroll AI proactively collects time and attendance data from your employees, scans for inconsistencies, and drafts a ready-to-review payroll, so you spend less time chasing timesheets and more time running your business. Employees can share their hours via SMS or through the QuickBooks Workforce app, and Payroll AI keeps you informed every step of the way.

Hiring and onboarding

QuickBooks Workforce streamlines key parts of the new-hire process, from sending offer letters to collecting digital paperwork. The automated I-9 process handles collection, completion, and storage to help you stay compliant, and it's all built into the same platform where you run payroll.

Time-off management

Create and customize time-off policies that fit your business, such as vacation, sick leave, bereavement, or custom policy type, with configurable accrual rules, balance caps, and carryover settings. Employees can request time off directly in the app, managers can approve with one click, and approved hours sync automatically with payroll.

Benefits

Give your team access to health insurance, 401(k) plans, and workers' comp coverage through our integrated partner offerings** — deductions sync directly with payroll, so you don't have to enter anything twice. Already have benefit plans in place? Add Benefits Administration to QuickBooks Workforce Premium or Elite so our experts can manage your existing plans, automate payroll deductions, and give employees a self-service enrollment experience within QuickBooks.**

RUN Powered by ADP® overview

RUN Powered by ADP® is a full-service payroll platform that offers easy-to-use tools and features that simplify payroll, tax filing, and HR. It’s especially for small businesses.

Plans & pricing

RUN Powered by ADP® offers four distinct pricing plans tailored to different business needs: Essential Payroll, Enhanced Payroll, Complete Payroll & HR+, and HR Pro Payroll & HR. Each plan offers varying levels of functionality and support.

Essential payroll

For startups and established companies that simply need payroll, taxes, and help with compliance.

Enhanced payroll

Adds powerful capabilities on top of payroll, such as garnishment payment service, state unemployment insurance (SUI) management, background checks, and job posting through ZipRecruiter®1.

Complete Payroll & HR+

Includes ADP’s latest HR tools such as live HR support, employee handbook wizard, proactive compliance alerts, HR guidance and forms, and a job description wizard.

HR Pro Payroll & HR

Offers a comprehensive suite of HR tools such as proactive HR support team, employer/employee training, business advice, and legal assistance from Upnetic Legal Services^®2.

Overall features

HR guidance and employee management tools

ADP offers employee learning and development tools, HR compliance courses, and employee performance management tools with their Complete Payroll & HR+ and HR Pro Payroll & HR plans.

Recruiting and hiring capabilities

ADP offers job posting through ZipRecruiter®, applicant tracking, and employment background checks (including drug testing and medical screening) with their Enhanced Payroll plan and above.

Customized pricing

Customized pricing based on your small business needs. As you grow your employee base, you can upgrade to ADP Workforce Now for a more comprehensive HR and payroll solution.

New-hire reporting

The software reports new hires to help you comply with federal and state reporting requirements.

See How QuickBooks Workforce Compares to RUN Powered by ADP®

QuickBooks Workforce is a standout HR and payroll software option for small to mid-size businesses. It offers seamless integration between its payroll and QuickBooks Online accounting software, ensuring real-time accurate data syncing that keeps your payroll and books up-to-date. Plus, QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite has advanced time-tracking features that integrate with its job costing system, allowing for precise allocation of labor costs to specific jobs or projects.** And when you're ready to scale your operations, QuickBooks Workforce is a user-friendly solution designed to grow with your needs.

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How QuickBooks Workforce can help you business differently

Transparent, up-front pricing

QuickBooks Workforce has transparent pricing. No hidden or miscellaneous fees. Just straightforward, predictable costs for your business.

All-in-one HCM platform

QuickBooks Workforce brings payroll, time tracking, hiring, benefits, and HR together in one place. Your data syncs automatically, your team stays organized, and you spend less time jumping between tools.

Fast direct deposit

Keep employees and contractors happy with next-day direct deposit, or same-day direct deposit for eligible Workforce Premium and Elite customers

Live support

QuickBooks offers live phone and chat support from payroll product experts. Workforce Payroll support is available Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM PT. Workforce Premium and Elite add extended weekday hours (5:00 AM–7:00 PM PT) and weekend support (6:00 AM–3:00 PM PT).

Key Considerations When Choosing Human Capital Management Software

When selecting HCM software like QuickBooks Workforce, businesses should consider their size and complexity, the HR and payroll experience of their team, budget constraints, and long-term growth plans. Smaller companies with simpler needs may prefer streamlined tools, while larger or growing organizations often require advanced features, integrations, and scalability. Balancing ease of use, affordability, and the ability to expand ensures the software will support both current operations and future success.

Frequently asked questions

What makes QuickBooks Workforce a good alternative to RUN Powered by ADP®?

What type of businesses use QuickBooks Workforce?

Is it easy to switch from my current payroll provider to QuickBooks Workforce, and can I get help setting up payroll?

Yes. QuickBooks Workforce can help you transfer existing payroll information, so you do not have to start from scratch. The level of setup assistance depends on your plan.

Workforce Payroll: Get product support from payroll experts by phone and chat during support hours.
QuickBooks Workforce Premium: After you complete your setup, a QuickBooks expert will review your work before your first payroll run to help catch potential errors.
QuickBooks Workforce Elite: A QuickBooks expert configures your payroll for you, helping reduce the risk of setup errors before your first run.

Are there any differences between QuickBooks Workforce and RUN Powered by ADP®?

Yes. QuickBooks Workforce is an all-in-one HCM solution that integrates payroll, time tracking, hiring, onboarding, benefits, and HR directly within QuickBooks, making it a strong fit for small to mid-sized businesses that want their payroll and accounting data in one place. RUN Powered by ADP® also covers payroll and HR, but relies on an API for accounting integration and charges extra for features like time tracking and employee scheduling. The right choice depends on your business's size, budget, and how much HR functionality you need.

Are QuickBooks Workforce and RUN Powered by ADP® the same in functionality?

Is QuickBooks Workforce a human capital management software, and how does it compare to RUN Powered by ADP®?

Yes. QuickBooks Workforce is Intuit's all-in-one HCM platform for small and mid-sized businesses, covering payroll, time tracking, tax filing, hiring, benefits, onboarding, performance management, and HR in a single integrated solution. Unlike RUN Powered by ADP®, it offers fully native payroll-to-accounting integration, same-day direct deposit, job costing, and up to $25,000 in tax penalty protection on Elite, making QuickBooks Workforce the simpler, more cost-transparent choice for everyday business needs.

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Guarantees

Payroll Tax Accuracy Guarantee: As long as the information you provide us is correct and on time, and you have sufficient funds in your account, we’ll calculate your payroll taxes, file your tax forms and make tax payments directly from your account accurately and on time, or we’ll pay the resulting federal or state payroll tax penalties and interest. You are responsible for paying any additional tax liability you may owe. Additional terms apply. See QuickBooks Terms of Service.

Tax penalty protection: Only QuickBooks or Intuit Enterprise Suite users with Workforce Elite who have completed expert review of their payroll tax setup and enrolled in e-services for automated tax payments and filings are eligible to receive the tax penalty protection. If you receive a tax notice for payroll taxes paid and filed by QuickBooks on behalf of your company, and send it to us within 15 days of the tax notice, we will help you resolve it with the applicable tax agency and cover the payroll tax penalty and interest, up to $25,000 per year. You are responsible for paying any additional tax liability you may owe. Additional terms apply. Learn more about tax penalty protection.

*Offer terms

Bundle may include (1) a QuickBooks Online subscription and/or (2) a QuickBooks Intuit Bookkeeping plan and/or (3) QuickBooks Workforce, at your option.

QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Workforce - Free 30-Day Trial: Free trial applies to the monthly base price for the first thirty (30) days of new subscriptions to QuickBooks Online and/or Workforce. You’ll automatically be charged at the end of the free trial and on a monthly basis thereafter at the then-current price for the service(s) you’ve selected until you cancel. Free trial does not apply to per-employee fees, per-contractor fees or state tax filing fees for QuickBooks Workforce, or to other add-on fees or services. To be eligible for this offer, you must be a new QuickBooks Online and/or Workforce customer, as applicable, and sign up for a monthly plan using the 30-day free trial option. Offers for the same product cannot be combined. Intuit reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time for any reason in its sole discretion.

QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Workforce - Introductory Discount Offer: The listed discount is applied to the monthly base price for new subscriptions to QuickBooks Online and/or Workforce for the first 3 months (the “Introductory Period”). After the Introductory Period, you’ll be charged on a monthly basis thereafter at the then-current price for the service(s) you’ve selected until you cancel. Discount does not apply to per-employee fees, per-contractor fees or state tax filing fees for QuickBooks Workforce, or to other add-on fees or services. To be eligible for this offer, you must be a new QuickBooks Online and/or Workforce customer, as applicable, and sign up for the monthly plan using the 3-month discount option. Offers for the same product cannot be combined. Intuit reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time for any reason in its sole discretion.

**Features

QuickBooks features

Annual percentage yield: The annual percentage yield (“APY”) is accurate as of December 9, 2024, and may change at our discretion at any time. The listed APY will be paid on the average daily available balances distributed across your created envelopes within your primary QuickBooks Checking account. Balances held outside an envelope will not earn interest. See Deposit Account Agreement for terms and conditions.

Envelopes: You can create up to 9 Envelopes within your primary QuickBooks Checking account. Money in Envelopes must be moved to the available balance in your primary QuickBooks Checking account before it can be used. Envelopes within your primary QuickBooks Checking account will automatically earn interest once created. At the close of each statement cycle, the interest earned on funds in your Envelopes will be credited to each Envelope in proportion to the average daily balance of each Envelope. See Deposit Account Agreement for terms and conditions.

Receipt capture: Requires QuickBooks Online mobile (“QBM”) application. The QuickBooks Online mobile app works with iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets. Devices sold separately; data plan required. Not all features are available on the mobile apps and mobile browser. QuickBooks Online mobile access is included with your QuickBooks Online subscription at no additional cost. Data access is subject to cellular/internet provider network availability and occasional downtime due to system and server maintenance and events beyond your control. Product registration required.

Collaborate with your accountant: You can connect up to the following for each product: 1 billable user and 2 accounting firms for QuickBooks Online Simple Start, 3 billable users and 2 accounting firms for QuickBooks Online Essentials, 5 billable users and 2 accounting firms for QuickBooks Online Plus, 25 billable users and 3 accounting firms for QuickBooks Online Advanced. Accounting firms must connect using QuickBooks Online Accountant.

QuickBooks Payments: QuickBooks Payments account subject to eligibility criteria, credit and application approval. Subscription to QuickBooks Online is required. Money movement services are provided by Intuit Payments Inc., licensed as a Money Transmitter by the New York State Department of Financial Services.

Mileage tracking: Mileage tracking is only available to the master administrator of the QuickBooks Online account. Requires QuickBooks Online mobile (“QBM”) application. The QuickBooks Online mobile app works with iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets. Devices sold separately; data plan required. Not all features are available on the mobile apps and mobile browser. QuickBooks Online mobile access is included with your QuickBooks Online subscription at no additional cost. Data access is subject to cellular/internet provider network availability and occasional downtime due to system and server maintenance and events beyond your control. Product registration required.

QuickBooks Checking Account opening is subject to identity verification and approval by Green Dot Bank.

QuickBooks and Intuit are a technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by our partner, Green Dot Bank.

Deposit Sweep Program: Cash balances above $250,000 will be automatically swept from Green Dot Bank and equally spread across our participating financial institutions, providing you with up to $5 million in FDIC insurance coverage. Customers are responsible for monitoring their total assets at each institution. Learn more and see a list of participating institutions here

Mobile signatures: Requires QuickBooks Online mobile application. The QuickBooks Online mobile app works with iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets. Devices sold separately; data plan required. Not all features are available on the mobile apps and mobile browser. QuickBooks Online mobile access is included with your QuickBooks Online subscription at no additional cost. Data access is subject to cellular/internet provider network availability and occasional downtime due to system and server maintenance and events beyond your control. Product registration required.

Pay-enabled invoices: Requires a separate QuickBooks Payments account which is subject to eligibility criteria, credit and application approval. Additional fees may apply. Additional terms and conditions apply.

Third party apps: Third party applications available on apps.com. Subject to additional terms, conditions, and fees.

Automated 1099 e-file & delivery: Prepare your 1099s in QuickBooks at no extra charge. If you choose the 1099 E-File Service, Intuit will e-file your Federal 1099 information with the IRS, and then print and mail a copy directly to your contractors; fees apply. As part of the paid 1099 E-File Service, we also give your contractors online access to their 1099s. State filing not included. You should check with your state agency on any state filing requirements.

1099 e-file service pricing: 1099 E-File Service minimum of $14.99 includes 3 forms. Forms 4-20 are $3.99 each. Forms 21 and up are free. Early Bird E-File Service pricing is available through January 16: minimum of $12.99 includes 3 forms. Forms 4-20 are $2.99 each. Forms 21 and up are free.

Accelerated Invoicing: QuickBooks Online Advanced supports the upload of 1000 transaction lines for invoices at one time. 20% faster based off of internal tests comparing QuickBooks Online regular invoice workflow with QuickBooks Online Advanced multiple invoice workflow.

Account team benefits for Priority Circle: Only available with a paid subscription. Trial customers have access to QuickBooks Online Advanced product experts.

Priority Circle: Access to Priority Circle and its benefits are available only to customers located in the 50 United States, including DC, who have an active, paid subscription to QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise or QuickBooks Online Advanced. Eligibility criteria may apply to certain products. When customers no longer have an active, paid subscription, they will not be eligible to receive benefits. Phone and messaging premium support is available. Support hours exclude occasional downtime due to system and server maintenance, company events, observed U.S. holidays and events beyond our control. Intuit reserves the right to change these hours without notice. Terms, conditions, pricing, service, support options, and support team members are subject to change without notice.

Automatic data backup and recovery: QuickBooks Online uses technical and administrative security measures such as, but not limited to, firewalls, encryption techniques, and authentication procedures, among others, to work to maintain the security of your online session and information.

**QuickBooks Workforce features

401(k): 401(k) and other retirement offerings are provided and administered by independent third parties and not by Intuit. Intuit is not a retirement plan administrator, fiduciary or other provider. Intuit receives a fee for referred clients. Additional third party terms and conditions apply.

Automated I-9s: Available in QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite only.

Auto payroll: Available after first successful payroll run for salaried employees or hourly employees on default hours, with direct deposit set up.

Automated tax payments and filings: Requires completion of tax setup. Available for state and federal taxes. Certain local taxes available in QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite only.

Automated benefits deductions: Must sign-up for benefits through integrated third party benefits partners or purchase benefits administration services in order for QuickBooks Workforce to automatically calculate employee benefit deductions.

Expert product support: Phone and chat support included with QuickBooks Workforce during business hours. Weekend phone and chat support is only available with Workforce Premium and Elite.

Expert review: Only available with QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite.

Expert setup: Only available with QuickBooks Workforce Elite.

Garnishments and deductions: Available for employees only. User is responsible for setting the garnishment amount and making the garnishment payment to the appropriate entity.

Guided Setup: Free one-time 60-min virtual session with a QuickBooks Workforce expert. Only available to new Workforce customers who are within the first 30 days and have not yet run payroll. Does not include data migration.

Health benefits: Health insurance info is provided by Intuit Insurance Services Inc., a licensed insurance broker, through a partnership with Allstate Health Solutions. Intuit Insurance Services Inc. is owned and operated by Intuit Inc. and is paid a fee by Allstate Health Solutions in connection with referred clients. Intuit is not an insurance carrier. Plans are sold separately and require acceptance of Allstate's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Mineral HR resources & experts: HR resources and experts are provided by Mineral, Inc. Access to Mineral resources varies by plan. Mineral experts are included with QuickBooks Workforce Elite, or available as a paid add-on to other Workforce plans. Mineral’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Next-day direct deposit: Subject to eligibility criteria. Payroll processing cut-off times apply for timely deposit. Deposit delays may occur due to third party delays, risk reviews, or issues beyond Intuit’s control. Available for contractors for an additional fee.

Same-day direct deposit: Subject to eligibility requirements. Available to QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite users only. Payroll processing cut-off times apply for timely deposit. Deposit delays may occur due to third party delays, risk reviews, or issues beyond Intuit’s control. Available only for employees, not available for contractors.

Payroll cost allocation: Allocation of payroll costs by class or project only available to QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite users who have a QuickBooks Online Plus, QuickBooks Online Advanced, or Intuit Enterprise Suite plan.

1099 E-file: 1099 forms are e-filed with the IRS only for the current filing year and for payments recorded in QuickBooks. Includes state filings for eligible states participating in IRS Combined Federal/State Filing program; please check with your state agency on any additional state filing requirements. Additional fees may apply to print and mail a copy to your vendors and contractors.

Workers’ comp & business insurance: Benefits are powered by ERGO NEXT Insurance and require acceptance of ERGO NEXT's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Additional fees apply. Eligibility criteria applies to transfer active insurance policy broker of record, including insurance carrier, policy renewal date, and payment method. Workers compensation insurance is not available in OH, ND, WA and WY.

Time Tracking: Available in QuickBooks Workforce Premium and Elite only.

Benefits administration: Sold separately. Must have 20+ employees to be eligible. Benefit plan setup required; not all benefit plans are supported. Subscription to QuickBooks Workforce required.

Background Checks: Background check services provided by Checkr. Checkr's terms and additional fees apply. Subscription to QuickBooks Workforce required.

**Product information

Cancellation policy: There's no contract or commitment. You're free to switch plans or cancel any time.

Mobile apps: The QuickBooks Online mobile and QuickBooks Self-Employed mobile companion apps work with iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets. Devices sold separately; data plan required. Not all features are available on the mobile apps and mobile browser. QuickBooks Online mobile access is included with your QuickBooks Online subscription at no additional cost. Data access is subject to cellular/internet provider network availability and occasional downtime due to system and server maintenance and events beyond your control. Product registration required.

Usage limits: QuickBooks Online Advanced includes unlimited Chart of Account entry. Simple Start, Essentials and Plus allow up to 250 accounts. QuickBooks Online Advanced includes unlimited Tracked Classes and Locations. QuickBooks Plus includes up to 40 combined tracked classes and tracked locations. Tracked Classes and Locations are not available in Simple Start and Essentials.

QuickBooks Checking Account opening is subject to identity verification and approval by Green Dot Bank.

QuickBooks and Intuit are a technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by our partner, Green Dot Bank.

QuickBooks Payments and QuickBooks Checking accounts: Users must apply for both QuickBooks Payments and QuickBooks Checking accounts when bundled. QuickBooks Payments’ Merchant Agreement and QuickBooks Checking account’s Deposit Account Agreement apply.

QuickBooks Checking account: Banking services provided by and the QuickBooks Visa® Debit Card is issued by Green Dot Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to license from Visa U.S.A., Inc. Green Dot Bank operates under the following registered trade names: GoBank, GO2bank and Bonneville Bank. Registered trade names are used by, and refer to, a single FDIC-insured bank, Green Dot Bank. Deposits under any of these trade names are deposits with Green Dot Bank and are aggregated for deposit insurance coverage up to the allowable limits. Green Dot is a registered trademark of Green Dot Corporation. ©2022 Green Dot Corporation. All rights reserved. QuickBooks products and services, including Instant Deposit, QuickBooks Payments, Cash flow planning / forecasting are not provided by Green Dot Bank.

#Claims

Run payroll in less than 5 minutes with QuickBooks Workforce: 79% of QuickBooks Workforce users spent less than 5 minutes reviewing and approving payroll as of March 2026. Based on an Intuit survey of 505 QuickBooks Workforce customers in December 2018 who stated average time savings compared with their prior solution.

1. Over 40x U.S. average APY: Average interest rate: The average interest rate is based on the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation's national rate published the week of October 16, 2023. Learn more. Terms, conditions, pricing, special features, and service and support options subject to change without notice.

2. Millions of customers worldwide: Based on number of global QuickBooks subscribers.

3. Get paid 4 days faster on average when you send invoice reminders with Payments AI: Based on U.S. Intuit Assist customers using outstanding invoice notifications and AI-drafted invoice reminder features, compared to customers sending standard invoice reminders to the same customers, from March 2025 to March 2026.