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QuickBooks vs Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets and Google Sheets

Switching from spreadsheets like Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to QuickBooks can transform how small businesses in the Philippines manage their finances. QuickBooks offers a powerful, automated alternative that streamlines accounting tasks, saving you time and reducing errors. Designed to meet the needs of local Philippines businesses, it helps you stay compliant with tax regulations while giving you a clearer financial overview. With QuickBooks, you can make informed decisions and focus on growing your business, leaving the complexities of manual spreadsheets behind.

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Why Small Businesses Love QuickBooks

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Save time with automated accounting

75% of customers say QuickBooks saves them more time than their previous method.1

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Join over 7 million customers worldwide

80% of customers would recommend QuickBooks to a friend or colleague.2

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Take control of your business finances

78% of customers say QuickBooks helps them simplify their business finances.3

QuickBooks vs Spreadsheets: Accounting Software Features

Comparing QuickBooks vs Excel, the difference in efficiency is clear. QuickBooks Online is created specifically for small businesses, offering a complete host of features that automate daily accounting tasks. From tracking income and expenses to generating detailed reports, QuickBooks streamlines processes that can be cumbersome with spreadsheets. This cloud-based software saves time and reduces the risk of errors, providing a more reliable solution for managing your finances compared to traditional spreadsheet methods.

Features and Functions Quickbooks4 Spreadsheets5
Track income and auto-sort expenses
GST and VAT Tracking
Create and send custom invoices and quotes
Progress invoicing
Schedule recurring invoices
Schedule late payment reminders
Accept bills and payments
Receipt capture
Bank feed integration
Categorize expenses from bank feeds
Track project profitability
Accounting reports
Manage budgets
Inventory management
App integrations
Free mobile app
Multi-device compatibility
Multi-language support
Multi-currency support
Invite your accountant
Password protected logins
User access permissions
Automatic data backup Limited
Always-on activity log
Audit trail
Chatbot
Email Support
Phone Support
Live Chat Support
Training and Certification Limited
Free Courses and Events
Large Network of Certified Bookkeepers and Accountants
checkmark icon- Feature or function is available and can be completed within the spreadsheet without additional software or other resources
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Limited- Not offered by all spreadsheet software providers; or limited features / functionality available.

Run your business seamlessly when you switch to QuickBooks Online from spreadsheets

QuickBooks vs Spreadsheet? 71% of users report better business management after switching to QuickBooks Online6.

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What QuickBooks Can Do For Your Small Business

QuickBooks features offer substantial benefits for small businesses in the Philippines. By automating key tasks, it simplifies income tracking, invoice management, and expense categorization. Its powerful mobile app allows you to handle accounting tasks from anywhere, covering even remote locations across the Philippines. By streamlining your financial operations, QuickBooks helps you maintain organization and efficiency, whether in Manila or Cebu.

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QuickBooks Mobile App vs Spreadsheets

Unlike spreadsheets, the QuickBooks mobile app is included with any QuickBooks subscription and offers seamless accounting capabilities on-the-go. From your mobile device, you can:

  • Send and track invoices
  • Capture receipts
  • Accept payments
  • Categorize expenses by customer or project
  • Import contacts directly from your phone
  • View reports on a mobile dashboard
  • Track project progress

This convenience means you don’t need to switch between devices or log into multiple platforms.

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Run your Business from your Fingertips with QuickBooks

Here’s how our users in the Philippines are benefiting from the QuickBooks Online mobile app:


“QuickBooks Online’s mobile app has made managing my business on the go so much easier. I can handle everything from invoicing to expense tracking right from my phone. It’s been a game-changer for me!”

- Maria Santos, Cebu

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Migrating from Microsoft Excel to QuickBooks is Easy

Switching from Excel or other platforms like Xero to QuickBooks is simple. Import your data using CSV files, and get started with your new accounting system quickly and easily.

Build the Right Accounting Software Plan for your Small Business

 

Join 7 million customers globally 
using QuickBooks

Join 7 million customers globally 
using QuickBooks

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"Before QuickBooks I dreaded the accounting side of my business. Now I can get everything done in minutes and spend time doing what I love."
Ash Read, Full time self-employed

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