Sole Trader Plus
Handle your business
—/month
1 userPlus access for your accountant
Automation where it counts. Human when it matters.
Save time and unlock growth with integrated business tools and AI automation, all in one place.
Run more than just your books
Integrated business tools help you automate routine tasks and do more in QuickBooks than ever before.
Accounting
Keep your books clean and up-to-date
Intuit Intelligence
Ask more, do more
Invoicing
Smart invoices that get you paid faster
Tax
Stay ready for filing
Expenses
Manage every expense in one place
Advanced reporting
Dig deeper into your data
Integrated business tools help you automate routine tasks and do more in QuickBooks than ever before.
See all featuresIntuit Intelligence
Instant answers. Trusted insights.
Get automated workflows to free up time, instant answers tailored to your business, and human guidance when you need it, so you can grow with clarity and confidence.
All new. All in one place.
Access Intuit tools all from one intuitive dashboard.
Accounting
Be in control, not in the weeds
- Keep your books accurate and have more time for what matters, with bookkeeping.
- Automatically sort expenses to stay ready for tax time
- Leverage AI agents to spot inconsistencies and flag what needs your attention
Marketing
Emails & SMS that turn into revenue
- Integrate Mailchimp* with QuickBooks and get marketing tools to fuel your growth.
- Target the right customers with the most relevant message
- Optimise your campaigns with testing and personalisation
Customer Hub
Your leads, organised and optimised
- Integrate Mailchimp* with QuickBooks and get marketing tools to fuel your growth.
- Target the right customers with the most relevant message
- Optimise your campaigns with testing and personalisation
Sales & Get Paid
Faster payments, less follow-up
- Send invoices your customers can pay online right away
- Automate invoices from handwritten notes, PDFs, photos and even emails you forward
- Get paid faster with personalised tools
Expenses & bills
Expenses that manage themselves
- Simplify expenses and get a clear picture of your cash flow
- Organise and track your expenses in one place
- Stay on top of deductibles with automatic expense categorisation
Payroll
Handle payroll management with ease
- Set a payroll schedule to get your team paid on time, every time
- Directly submit to HMRC right from within QuickBooks
- Get payroll done faster and save valuable time
Time
More tracking in less time
- Keep payroll, time, and accounting in sync
- Track your team's time and projects
- Combine accounting, payroll, and time tracking in QuickBooks
Workforce solutions
Compliance that's always current
- Keep your team info organised and on-hand
- Store key employee information in one place
- Create shareable org charts to show team structure
Project Management
Clarity added to every project
- Ensure projects are on time and budget
- Track project costs right in QuickBooks
- Your Project Management AI drafts projects with key details pre-filled
Inventory
Orders & inventory, always in sync
- Know what's in stock, what's selling fast, and be in the loop about what you need to order
- Keep track of your inventory and create purchase orders
- Make sales orders
Tax
Accuracy, from calculation to filing
- Submit your tax online with QuickBooks.
- Prepare, track and file tax returns—all in one place
- Our error-checking technology checks your returns for common mistakes
Income Tax
Making Tax Digital ready
- Keep accurate Income Tax and National Insurance records
- Remove guesswork by estimating your Income Tax, using transactions you’ve categorised
- QuickBooks benchmarks your expenses against similar businesses
Accounting
Be in control, not in the weeds
- Keep your books accurate and have more time for what matters, with bookkeeping.
- Automatically sort expenses to stay ready for tax time
- Leverage AI agents to spot inconsistencies and flag what needs your attention
Marketing
Emails & SMS that turn into revenue
- Integrate Mailchimp* with QuickBooks and get marketing tools to fuel your growth.
- Target the right customers with the most relevant message
- Optimise your campaigns with testing and personalisation
Customer Hub
Your leads, organised and optimised
- Integrate Mailchimp* with QuickBooks and get marketing tools to fuel your growth.
- Target the right customers with the most relevant message
- Optimise your campaigns with testing and personalisation
Sales & Get Paid
Faster payments, less follow-up
- Send invoices your customers can pay online right away
- Automate invoices from handwritten notes, PDFs, photos and even emails you forward
- Get paid faster with personalised tools
Expenses & Pay Bills
Expenses that manage themselves
- Simplify expenses and get a clear picture of your cash flow
- Organise and track your expenses in one place
- Stay on top of deductibles with automatic expense categorisation
Payroll
Handle payroll management with ease
- Set a payroll schedule to get your team paid on time, every time
- Directly submit to HMRC right from within QuickBooks
- Get payroll done faster and save valuable time
Time
More tracking in less time
- Keep payroll, time, and accounting in sync
- Track your team's time and projects
- Combine accounting, payroll, and time tracking in QuickBooks
Workforce solutions
Compliance that's always current
- Keep your team info organised and on-hand
- Store key employee information in one place
- Create shareable org charts to show team structure
Project Management
Clarity added to every project
- Ensure projects are on time and budget
- Track project costs right in QuickBooks
- Your Project Management AI drafts projects with key details pre-filled
Inventory
Orders & inventory, always in sync
- Know what's in stock, what's selling fast, and be in the loop about what you need to order
- Keep track of your inventory and create purchase orders
- Make sales orders
Business Tax
Accuracy, from calculation to filing
- Submit your tax online with QuickBooks.
- Prepare, track and file tax returns—all in one place
- Our error-checking technology checks your returns for common mistakes
Income Tax
Making Tax Digital ready
- Keep accurate Income Tax and National Insurance records
- Remove guesswork by estimating your Income Tax, using transactions you’ve categorised
- QuickBooks benchmarks your expenses against similar businesses
Find a plan that’s right for you
- AI-powered technology
- Real human product support
- No contract, cancel anytime
Simple Start
Build your financial foundation
—/month1 userPlus access for your accountant
Essentials
Save time and focus on growth
—/month3 usersPlus access for your accountant
Plus
Scale with greater clarity
—/month5 usersPlus access for your accountant
Unlock efficiency Advanced
Boost efficiency and profitability
—/month25 usersPlus access for your accountant
“QuickBooks isn't just a standalone platform anymore for us. It's fundamental to the software platform that runs this business and has helped this business to scale.”
Emma Marsh
Co-owner, The Marketing Production Company
- 80%
of customers say they get a better view of their business performance when using QuickBooks, powered by Intuit Intelligence.
- 88%
of customers say their business runs more efficiently when using QuickBooks, powered by Intuit Intelligence.
FAQs
What is QuickBooks?
QuickBooks is financial management software that helps UK businesses manage their finances from one place. It's built for the self-employed, small businesses and growing companies alike.
With QuickBooks, you can:
- Invoice customers and accept online payments
- Track income, expenses and cash flow
- Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC*
- Run payroll (as a paid add-on)
- Connect your bank accounts and business apps
- Generate financial reports
By connecting your tools and automating everyday admin, QuickBooks saves you time and gives you the numbers and information you need to make confident decisions.
*Submitting VAT returns to HMRC is available on our Simple Start plan and above.
What is QuickBooks Online?
QuickBooks Online is the version of QuickBooks you can access from any device, anywhere—with no software to install.
It's designed for UK businesses that want:
- Real-time access to their accounts on desktop, tablet or mobile
- Automatic bank syncing and expense categorisation
- Built-in VAT* and Making Tax Digital (MTD) for IT support
- Easy collaboration with an accountant or bookkeeper
- Automatic feature and functionality updates, with no manual upgrades
It's an easy way for UK businesses to get started with QuickBooks today.
**Submitting VAT returns to HMRC is available on our Simple Start plan and above.
Is QuickBooks right for my business?
QuickBooks is built to support a wide range of UK businesses, from the self-employed to growing companies.
As an all-in-one financial management software, it gives you tools for:
- Invoicing and online payments
- Expense and cash flow tracking
- VAT and Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
- Payroll (a paid add-on)
- Financial reporting
The best fit depends on your business size, transaction volume and the features you need — see our pricing page to find the plan that matches.
Can sole traders and the self-employed use QuickBooks?
Yes. QuickBooks has two plans made specifically for sole traders, the self-employed, freelancers and contractors—Sole Trader Plus and Simple Start.
They help you:
- Separate business and personal spending
- Track income and expenses
- Stay ready for Self Assessment
- Keep digital records for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
As your business grows, you can move up to Essentials, Plus or Advanced without losing your data.
Is there a monthly fee for QuickBooks?
Yes. QuickBooks is a monthly subscription, and the price depends on the plan you choose. UK plans range from Sole Trader Plus for the self-employed, up through Simple Start, Essentials and Plus, to Advanced for larger businesses.
You can compare features and prices on our pricing page.
What QuickBooks plans should I use?
There are several QuickBooks plans built for businesses with different needs:
- Sole Trader Plus: for the self-employed, freelancers and contractors
- Simple Start: for small businesses that need core accounting and VAT
- Essentials: adds multi-user access and bill management
- Plus: adds project and stock tracking
- Advanced: for larger businesses needing deeper reporting and controls
To find the one that's right for you, take a look at the 'Compare all features' table on our pricing page. Need more information? Call our sales team on 0808 189 6993.
Is there a free trial or a discount for new customers?
Yes. You can try QuickBooks free for 30 days with no commitment, or choose a discounted introductory offer instead — but you can't combine the free trial with the discount, so pick whichever suits you best.
Does QuickBooks support Making Tax Digital for VAT (MTD for VAT)?
Yes. QuickBooks is HMRC-recognised software for Making Tax Digital.
It lets you:
- Track VAT automatically as you work
- See exactly what you owe
- Submit MTD for VAT returns to HMRC directly from QuickBooks
It also helps you prepare for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, so the self-employed and landlords can keep digital records, file MTD for IT returns, and help you stay compliant.
Does QuickBooks include payroll?
Payroll is available as a paid add-on to your QuickBooks subscription — choose from our Core, Premium or Elite plans.
QuickBooks Payroll lets you:
- Run payroll from anywhere
- Automate calculations and HMRC submissions
- Calculate PAYE, National Insurance and pension contributions
- Comply with sick pay, and maternity and paternity leave payments.
Because payroll is built into QuickBooks, your wage costs flow straight into your accounts.
Can I connect my bank account to QuickBooks?
Yes. QuickBooks connects securely to most UK banks and building societies, so your transactions import automatically each day.
Once connected, QuickBooks:
- Suggests a category for each transaction
- Matches payments to your invoices for your review
- Reduce time spend on reconciliation
Open banking connections are read-only and protected with bank-level encryption.
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How does Intuit AI automation help businesses save time?
Intuit AI in QuickBooks saves time by handling routine tasks like bank syncing and expense tracking ready for your review, and by flagging anomalies that may need a closer look. This reduces manual work, so you can focus on growing your business instead of bookkeeping.
What is Intuit Intelligence and how does it work?
Intuit Intelligence is a gen-AI-powered assistant in QuickBooks that uses specialised AI agents to automate tasks and personalise financial recommendations. These agents analyse your financial data, organise transactions and deliver actionable insights — saving time, reducing errors and helping you make smarter business decisions.
Can my accountant or bookkeeper access my QuickBooks account?
Yes. You can invite your accountant or bookkeeper to your QuickBooks account for free, giving them their own secure login to view your books and collaborate in real time.
If you don't have an accountant yet, you can find a QuickBooks-certified ProAdvisor in your area to help you get set up.
Is my data safe and secure in QuickBooks?
Yes. QuickBooks protects your data with multiple layers of security:
- Bank-level 128-bit SSL encryption
- Secure data centres with continuous monitoring
- Automatic cloud backups, so your data is safe even if your device is lost or damaged
- Optional multi-factor authentication and user permissions you control*
Together, these keep your financial information protected and accessible only to the people you choose.
*Customised user access by role is available on our Advanced plan.
How do I get help or contact QuickBooks support?
QuickBooks offers UK-based support through several channels:
- Phone and chat support*
- Online live messaging**
- A large online help centre with step-by-step guides and tutorials
- In-product help once you're signed in
For sales enquiries, call 0808 304 6205 (9.00am–5.30pm, Monday–Friday). Once you're a customer, you can reach the support team directly from inside your QuickBooks account.
*Phone: Monday to Friday 8.00 AM to 7.00 PM. Online live messaging: Monday to Friday 8.00 AM to 10.00 PM, Saturday and Sunday 8.00 AM to 6.00 PM.
How does QuickBooks compare to Xero, Sage and FreeAgent?
QuickBooks, Xero, Sage and FreeAgent are all popular UK accounting platforms. The right choice depends on your business size, budget and the features you value most.
QuickBooks stands out for its all-in-one approach—combining invoicing, expenses, VAT, payroll and AI-powered automation—at competitive pricing for the self-employed through to growing businesses. The best way to decide is to try it free and see how it fits your workflow.
Is it easy to use QuickBooks Online?
QuickBooks Online is made to be simple for beginners, even if you've never done accounting before. It has clear navigation, built-in help and resources like tutorials and guides to help you get started.
Most tasks, like sending an invoice, categorising an expense, or checking your VAT position, take just a few clicks.
How does QuickBooks help a business grow?
QuickBooks helps growing businesses manage their finances and operations as they scale.
As you grow, our Advanced plan gives you:
- Custom reporting for clear insight into cash flow and expenses
- Multi-user access so your team can collaborate
- Customisable permissions to keep sensitive financial data protected
- The ability to send batched invoices and expenses
By cutting manual work and improving financial oversight, QuickBooks adapts to your needs — from sole trader to established company.
Need help choosing?
Speak to a QuickBooks expert to find the right product for your business
Talk to sales: 0808 168 9533
9.00am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday