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QUICKBOOKS VS. XERO

Discover what sets QuickBooks apart from Xero

One platform to manage your business finances, with human support every step of the way.

Why businesses choose QuickBooks

Discover why businesses switch to QuickBooks from Xero for better features, support, and value

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One connected platform, no surprise charges

Manage your finances, team, and customers from one intuitive platform where all core features are included. As your business grows, add services like Payroll or Payments when you're ready.

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Automation that works for you

QuickBooks works in the background to categorise transactions, chase late payments, and flag issues. Unlike tools that wait to be asked, our automation handles the repetitive work automatically.

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Help from real human beings

Our support team is available 7 days a week* via phone, chat, or screen sharing at no extra cost. Advanced customers get free monthly check-ins with a dedicated Customer Success Manager.

Compare QuickBooks to Xero

Our integrated business tools, AI automation and human product support are trusted by millions of businesses worldwide. See how we compare to the rest here

QuickBooks

Advanced

£123/mo

+ VAT @20%

Xero

Ultimate

£59/mo

+ VAT @20%

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VAT error checker

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Submit VAT to HMRC

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Payment-enabled invoicing

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Batch invoices

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Calculate CIS

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£5/mo add-on

Free customer support

Phone, live chat, email and video

Live chat and email

Bank feeds

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Access to others

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Do business in 145+ currencies

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Track project profitability

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Cash flow management

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Income Tax estimates

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Manage bills

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Track budgets

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Track inventory (stock)

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Manage employee expenses

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Restore company data

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Run advanced reports

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Customise user permissions

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Pricing reflects total monthly costs as of 18.12.24. Total cost per year is calculated by adding all the features that require additional fees. Pricing may vary subject to discounted introductory rates and additional charges may apply for both products and services. Customers are advised to compare the fees applied by QuickBooks and Xero at the time of purchase. Pricing and feature list accurate as per Xero UK website on 18.12.24

QuickBooks

Essentials

£33/mo

+ VAT @20%

Xero

Grow

£33/mo

+ VAT @20%

Receipt capture

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Mileage tracking

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1 user

£2.50 per additional user

VAT error checker

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Submit VAT to HMRC

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Invoicing

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Payment-enabled invoicing

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Cash flow management

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Income Tax estimates

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Free customer support

Phone, live chat, email and video

Live chat and email

Assisted onboarding

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Estimates

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Calculate CIS

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Submit CIS returns

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£5/mo add-on

Bank feeds

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Manage bills

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Do business in 145+ currencies

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Track inventory (stock)

X mark

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Pricing reflects total monthly costs as of 18.12.24. Total cost per year is calculated by adding all the features that require additional fees. Pricing may vary subject to discounted introductory rates and additional charges may apply for both products and services. Customers are advised to compare the fees applied by QuickBooks and Xero at the time of purchase. Pricing and feature list accurate as per Xero UK website on 18.12.24

QuickBooks

Simple Start

£16/mo

+ VAT @20%

Xero

Ignite

£16/mo

+ VAT @20%

Receipt capture

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Mileage tracking

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VAT error checker

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Submit VAT to HMRC

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Invoicing

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Unlimited

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Up to 20 per month

Payment-enabled invoicing

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Cash flow management

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Short term cash flow projection only

£5/mo + VAT @20% Analytics Plus add on

Income Tax estimates

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X mark

Free customer support

Phone, live chat, email and video

Online chat and email

Assisted onboarding

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X mark

Estimates

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Calculate CIS

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Submit CIS returns

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£5/mo add-on

Bank feeds

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Pricing reflects total monthly costs as of 18.12.24. Total cost per year is calculated by adding all the features that require additional fees. Pricing may vary subject to discounted introductory rates and additional charges may apply for both products and services. Customers are advised to compare the fees applied by QuickBooks and Xero at the time of purchase. Pricing and feature list accurate as per Xero UK website on 18.12.24

Talk to us about QuickBooks Advanced

QuickBooks Advanced is our most powerful solution, designed for businesses with complex needs. Get everything you need to manage your finances, team, and customers in one integrated platform.

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Real human product support

Essentials
Save time and focus on growth
(All prices + VAT @20%)
3 users
Plus access for your accountant
Plus
Scale with greater clarity
(All prices + VAT @20%)
5 users
Plus access for your accountant
Built for scale
Built for scale
Advanced
Boost efficiency and profitability
(All prices + VAT @20%)
25 users
Plus access for your accountant

Need multiple accounts? Call us at 0808 168 9533 for available discounts.

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“With QuickBooks Advanced, we can quickly identify if we’re meeting our targets, falling short, or even overperforming. It’s been incredibly useful for timely decision-making. We’re not reacting after the fact; we’re adjusting in real time.”

Sandiso Sibanda

Sandiso Sibanda,
Finance Leader at Journeys by Design Professional Services, 16 staff

TOOLS AND INTEGRATIONS

Additional tools to help take your business further

Discover why businesses switch to QuickBooks for better features, support, and value

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QuickBooks Payroll Premium

Pay your team with ease and efficiency. Our HMRC-recognised software’s time tracking and self-serve features are here to support you as you grow.

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QuickBooks Time

QuickBooks Time makes it easy to track employee hours, build schedules, and monitor time on projects. The mobile app and geofencing features work perfectly for shift, remote, or mobile workers.

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Mailchimp, by Intuit

QuickBooks and Mailchimp work together to turn your customer data into effective marketing campaigns. Build targeted email campaigns based on purchase history, payment behaviour, and customer insights.

SEAMLESSLY CONNECT APPS

Enjoy hundreds of integrations

WHY ACCOUNTANTS PREFER QUICKBOOKS

“With QuickBooks our clients get the information live and make changes much faster. Real tax efficiencies can come from knowing exactly what's going on in your business”

Chloe Britnell

Chloe Britnell
Partner at PJCO

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