QB Desktop for Mac 2019 compatibility

1. When you're ready, tick Upgrade Now.
2. Click Keep old version on my computer if you want to keep your current QuickBooks.
3. Select Let's go. QuickBooks downloads, installs and activates the new version for you. It updates your company file(s).
4. Once the upgrade is done, select Open QuickBooks.

So the software that I have and prefer to use is only compatible with the operating systems listed in the link?

• Operating System - At least Mac OS X v10.12 (Sierra); Supported by Mac OS X v10.14 (Mojave), 10.13 (High Sierra)

The reason I'm struggling to understand this is that it says "at least" rather than "only" these operating systems. The OS we have is newer. Are there any other MacOS that QB for Desktop 2019 will work with?

Is it just the OS that is keeping it from working on the Macbook which is only one year newer than the software itself?

I am primarily looking for a solution that will allow me to continue on with the software I prefer at this time; I do have a desktop that is running the software well, but was just hoping to use a more convenient device. I appreciate any clarification on specifically why it will not work with the laptop.

Thanks!

I upgraded to Mac Ventura this morning and decided to test Quickbooks for Mac 2019.

So far it is running glitch free. I have written checks, made deposits, ran reports and entered general journal entries with no problem.

I am running version V1 8.0.14 R15 on a Mac Retina 4K, 21.5 inch, 2019 

I have not tried it on my MacBook Pro with an M1 processor.

Please do not take this as a recommendation. It is only my experience.

Is this still running well?

I'm here to share information that could help you.

As far as I know, the QuickBooks Desktop for Mac 2019 software discontinuation is after May 31, 2022. It includes all 2019 versions of QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2019, QuickBooks Desktop Premier 2019, QuickBooks Desktop 2019, and QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions v19. Other Intuit products as well are affected by the software discontinuation.

Though it will still run, you will lose access to live technical support in case of problems and other Intuit services that can integrate with QuickBooks Desktop. This loss includes QuickBooks Desktop Payroll, QuickBooks Desktop Payments, and online bank feeds. Furthermore, discontinued versions will not receive the most recent critical security patches and updates. 

However, you'll want to upgrade to the latest QuickBooks Desktop for Mac. Not only is it the latest, but it also keeps adding new features that you can freely explore and apply to meet the needs of your business. Also, if you're unsure, you can download a free trial of the program to see if you want to upgrade to it. Visit this article for further guidelines about downloading the free trial: Download a trial of QuickBooks Desktop.

You can utilize this article for future reference: Choose the QuickBooks Desktop product for your needs.

For additional QuickBooks-related concerns, don't hesitate to post them here in the Community. We're always available and willing to lend a hand to your queries. Have a great day ahead.

I ran quickbookks 2019 desktop for the mac and it ran just fine with ventura, when I intially upfgaded to sanoma it did not run but after about a year I upgraded the mac to sanoma and in the meantime either mac or qb applied an upgrade and it now runs fine on Sanoma.  I am very hesitant to try the upgrade to Sequoia and if anyone has done that let me know if it works on that os platform as well.

I'm glad that QuickBooks Desktop Mac 2019 is running smoothly on macOS Sonoma.

To begin with, please know that the QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) Mac 2019 software was discontinued after May 31, 2022, while the macOS Sequoia's release date was September 16, 2024. With this, we can't guarantee that the Sequoia will work for QBDT Mac 2019.

Also, as far as I know, the system requirements for QBDT Mac 2019 are macOS X v10.12 (Sierra) or later.

If you need to update your macOS, you'll have to find other options if version 2019 won't work, such as migrating to QuickBooks Online or upgrading to QBDT Mac 2024, as the MacOS Sequoia is a supported version for QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) Mac 2024.

On the other hand, if you prefer using QBDT Mac 2019, I recommend staying with Sonoma for now and keeping an eye on feedback from other users who upgrade to Sequoia. You can also post your concerns in the Apple Community to communicate with other QBDT Mac 2019 users.

Additionally, you can check out this article to learn how to find the most common data issues and how to fix them: Verify and rebuild data in QuickBooks Desktop for Mac.

Let me know if you have further concerns about upgrading to Sequoia. Keep safe.

so far I'm staying with Sanoma.  But do you have info on the upgrade to qbdt2024.  Is it difficult.  Can I just load the QBDT24 and have it access the qb2019 files?

Thanks for your reply, @dig139. I'll share information about upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) 2024.

Accessing your QuickBooks 2019 files in QBDT 2024 is possible. Once you upgrade to a newer version, your file will also automatically be updated. You can read this guide for further details: QuickBooks Mac Plus User’s Guide. Scroll down or press and hold Ctrl + F, type To upgrade QuickBooks.

To determine whether your computer is compatible with the QBDT 2024 version, refer to this resource: System Requirements for QuickBooks Desktop 2024. It also provides detailed information on the minimum and recommended system requirements for running QuickBooks Desktop 2024, including the operating system, processor, RAM, disk space, and display resolution.

For future reference, you can back up your company file in QBDT for Mac so you can restore it if ever you run into a problem with your data: Back up your QuickBooks Desktop for Mac company file.

I’m always ready to assist you if you still have any other questions or concerns about upgrading your QBDT. Tag me in your reply, and I’ll sprint back into action. Have a good one, and keep safe.

They LIE

I run MacOS Ventura 13.6.9 and Quickbooks 18.0.14.3478 R15 

NO problem-