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QuickBooks

Accounting software for small and medium businesses

$17.5
Starting price
4/5
G2 rating
4
Pricing plans
1983
Founded

QuickBooks by Intuit is the most widely used accounting software for small businesses. It handles invoicing, expenses, payroll, tax filing, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting — available in desktop and cloud versions.

Key features

InvoicingExpense trackingBank reconciliationPayroll (add-on)Tax preparationInventoryProject tracking

Pros

  • Most widely used accounting software
  • Strong accountant ecosystem
  • Comprehensive features
  • Good integrations

Cons

  • Can be expensive
  • Prices increase after promo period
  • Not ideal for non-US businesses
  • Payroll costs extra

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