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- Industry: Consumer Services
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
a good tool
Reviewed on 26/12/2024
Very good overall experience with quickbooks online
Very good overall experience with quickbooks online
Pros
simple to set up and worked well with my accountant
Cons
sometimes the interface is a little confusing with the way the draggable columns work and the website doesn't load great on mobile; but there's an app.
- Industry: Recreational Facilities & Services
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Helps streamline and simplify small business needs but that comes at a cost
Reviewed on 22/11/2024
I previously used Google Sheets / Excel to manage payroll and accounting for a former small...
I previously used Google Sheets / Excel to manage payroll and accounting for a former small business so switching to Quickbooks has made accounting so much easier.
Pros
I love that it's easy to use for bookkeeping, payroll, etc. and that they are often adding new options for employers like 401k accounts to make it more streamline and easy to manage for small businesses. They also usually have good customer service.
Cons
The cost of QuickBooks Online is a lot. It adds up and I do wonder about switching at times because of the high monthly cost. Also, there are still some elements that are confusing to a non-accounting background person.
- Industry: Law Practice
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10
Former fan of Quickbooks, now will never go back
Reviewed on 13/11/2024
Annoying and infuriating. It felt like they were just screwing with us and seeing how much they...
Annoying and infuriating. It felt like they were just screwing with us and seeing how much they could charge us while at the same time removing features that had previously been included in our subscription
Pros
Once it's set up, it's fairly easy to use.
Cons
The constant change of available features where they are taken away and you have to pay extra to get them back.
Alternatives Considered
XeroReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
Because we had been using it and it was easiest to stay with Quickbooks- Industry: Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Easy Accounting with QuickBooks Online
Reviewed on 08/10/2024
Fantastic. We love how easy it is to set up. The integrations with our bank and credit card...
Fantastic. We love how easy it is to set up. The integrations with our bank and credit card company are seamless. We also like how easy navigation is.
Pros
It was easy to setup. We transferred data from an old accounting system easily.
Cons
At times QuickBooks will change the look of the reports, invoice templates, and bill templates.
Reasons for Choosing QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Online is used by a large number of small companies like us. It has a great user community where we can find answers quickly.Switched From
XeroReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
Xero is not used by as many users as QuickBooks Online. NetSuite is too complicated to set up for our use.- Industry: Accounting
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Forward thinking ERP
Reviewed on 21/11/2024
Impressive and ease to navigate. I love the generosity of the reporting options. And with the...
Impressive and ease to navigate. I love the generosity of the reporting options. And with the flexibility to customize forms and reports with the Advance version
Pros
Well thought through Enterprise Resource Planner for Small and Medium Enterprise
Cons
No Multiple Warehouse function for businesses operating physical multiple warehouses. Making the supply chain module dependent on third party applications.
- Industry: Law Practice
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Quickbooks Review
Reviewed on 02/12/2024
We use QBO for all our accounting functions.
We use QBO for all our accounting functions.
Pros
Ease of use from general paying of bills, creating invoices and running financial reports.
Cons
Vendor issues with different vendor addresses. You have to tweak the vendor names.
- Industry: Facilities Services
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Great Product; Easy to Use and Configure
Reviewed on 29/11/2024
Used Desktop online for more than 10 years. Moved to QBO in 2023. Like the ability to access data...
Used Desktop online for more than 10 years. Moved to QBO in 2023. Like the ability to access data across multiple devices.
Pros
Easy to configure, manage and use this system.
Cons
Would like to have more features tailored to construction project management. Also, not thrilled with pricing.
- Industry: Marketing & Advertising
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
Good but expensive for what it is
Reviewed on 30/12/2024
I liked QuickBooks but ultimately decided to use a less expensive software because they had the...
I liked QuickBooks but ultimately decided to use a less expensive software because they had the same features.
Pros
It was super easy to use and set up to get my business off the ground.
Cons
It was more expensive compared to other software that does the same thing.
Reasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
I originally chose it because it was recommended to me but have since moved on from it.- Industry: Retail
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
Great when it works, but it doesn't work enough to be worth the price.
Reviewed on 05/12/2024
The overall experience is good, but I can't rely on it working when necessary. The software overall...
The overall experience is good, but I can't rely on it working when necessary. The software overall is quite powerful, but confusing error messages are common, and tech support is not very helpful. I use the software for my business, but I don't think it lives up to the hefty price tag.
Pros
I love the fact that it's fully web-based, and the interface overall is fairly intuitive.
Cons
The software is unreliable. There are often bugs with certain features, and I can never be confident that the software will actually do what it's designed for.
- Industry: Biotechnology
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Quickbooks online is ok
Reviewed on 02/12/2024
It serves it's purpose and allows our executive staff and accounting staff to interact regarding...
It serves it's purpose and allows our executive staff and accounting staff to interact regarding financials sufficiently enough.
Pros
It is fairly easy to use once it is understood and is more or less comprehensive in terms of accounting functions. Also the dashboard is designed well enough
Cons
I do not like the search features in each section, sometimes there isn't even a search function. The overall layout feels cramped and is somewhat overwhelming and not completely intuitive. Changes are often made that impact the usability at the whim of Inuit.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 2.0 /10
Not in like with QuickBooks
Reviewed on 17/10/2024
Unfortunately my customer service experience with them has been atrocious. Even their “trained”...
Unfortunately my customer service experience with them has been atrocious. Even their “trained” customer service representatives don’t know what they are doing.
Pros
Invoicing is very easy and it’s great to be able to import account transactions into QuickBooks online.
Cons
Complicated and convoluted steps to get from point A to point B. Horrible customer service. No follow up on customer service calls.
Reasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
We started with QuickBooks on line and then did our payroll with Patriot because QB took months to get back to us to solve the processing issue we were having. We revisit their invoicing services continuously and if QB continues their horrible customer service I’ll be willing to for go having all of QB amenities.- Industry: Real Estate
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
QBO Expensive but Efficient for Well-Trained Bookkeepers
Reviewed on 22/10/2024
Overall, QBO is an efficient product and a well-trained bookkeeper could scale tremendously with...
Overall, QBO is an efficient product and a well-trained bookkeeper could scale tremendously with this cloud based software. However, if you're new, you're going to get confused about the various levels of subscriptions. What new service will be behind a new paywall in the future?
Pros
QBO is pretty simple for the most part. There are advanced features available in the advanced version, but the simplicity remains true with a double-entry accounting system. Bank Feeds are absolutely great if used correctly. App Integration is plentiful.
Cons
We could not make QBO fit our construction workflows in the way we used them in Enterprise Desktop. Jobs and Items do not behave the same way. In addition, the costs feel expensive on a per-entity basis. Very expensive. Right now it makes more sense to pay a one-time fee for QuickBooks Desktop and have as many companies as you want.
Alternatives Considered
XeroReasons for Choosing QuickBooks Online
We switched because we wanted greater visibility across a few of our entities as well as to test out the functions and features for the rest of our companies (construction and development related).Switched From
QuickBooks EnterpriseReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
QBO is a tried and true cloud based software that I've used for years and I know that it works so we didn't have reason to go with Xero except for price.- Industry: Consumer Goods
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
All in One Business Accounting and Sales in One App
Reviewed on 26/09/2024
Pros
I love how it has all accounting and bookkeeping along with checking account and invoicing and point of sale options all in one program.
Cons
I don’t like that it’s quick to freeze your account and take so dang long to unfreeze on a whim over legitimate transactions.
- Industry: Professional Training & Coaching
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
QB still remains the Boss of Accounting Software Systems!
Reviewed on 13/09/2024
I am enjoying using the online version and look forward to all the incentives for bringing and...
I am enjoying using the online version and look forward to all the incentives for bringing and setting up clients, like revenue share and affiliate commissions. QB still remains the easiest and most valued bookkeeping software that I will recommend. There are video tutorials for literally everything.
Pros
I love how everything updates automatically for the client when entering as the accountant. Bank reconciliations are an absolute breeze as well when you link bank accounts.
Cons
I miss being able to use the standard shortcuts that are available with the desktop version making things easier to keep your hands on the keyboard for faster entry. I am learning a few alternatives though as I go.
Reasons for Choosing QuickBooks Online
Expanding my clients and needed to upgrade my desktop software anyways. Plus QB Accountant is free for what I need currently and I receive revenue shares and affiliate commissions.Switched From
QuickBooks DesktopReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
QB is the most trusted product and customer service is always available. For the price it is the best option.- Industry: Consumer Services
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
I wish this wasn’t the default software
Reviewed on 06/09/2024
It is really buggy. It skipped some of my captures from my bank accounts and it double counted some...
It is really buggy. It skipped some of my captures from my bank accounts and it double counted some of what I was capturing without it actually being double entry. It threw off my numbers by forcing me to integrate with PayPal.
Pros
I like that it integrates with a lot of platforms.
Cons
It is a bloated software that is overly complicated and yet is so crucial for so many small business owners to use. It’s a system that makes it requirement practically that a small business owner has to hire a expert to set it up and manage it. This is not feasible nor is it new small business owner friendly.
Alternatives Considered
XeroReasons for Choosing QuickBooks Online
I was forced to make the switch when Go Daddy canceled their bookkeeping service. I would have stayed with the Go Daddy service.Switched From
GoDaddy Website BuilderReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
It was cheaper and it integrated with at least two other things that I needed it to integrate with.- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
QuickBooks Online I'd have it no other way!
Reviewed on 28/08/2024
I moved from running a rental business on a Desktop version to running Healthcare company on the...
I moved from running a rental business on a Desktop version to running Healthcare company on the Online version and its just so much easier and less time consuming - reports are easier to run and you can manipulate the data you need for what your business is for.
Pros
With QBO you have the ability to have all of our data saved without the worry of losing everything from a crashed computer. Also, it's so much easier to log in and get all your Realtime reporting. Features are easier than the desktop version.
Cons
Right now, I don't feel there is anything that needs improvement - possibly the ability for more different types of reports but even then, it could be there and I just have not found it yet.
- Industry: Consumer Goods
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Best Software For Business
Reviewed on 02/10/2024
My overall experience has been a positive one. It has everything I need to run a small business....
My overall experience has been a positive one. It has everything I need to run a small business. It gives a sense of relief. I Do
Pros
I really oved using QuickBooks Online. I started a small business selling my sewn goods and QuickBooks helped me with so much. It made it easy to keep an eye on the money coming in, how much I was spending on supplies. It also helped me plan for saving for taxes as well at the end of the year. I really enjoyed how it tracked inventory and made it easy to make estimates and invoices.
Cons
Sometimes the online version would have connection issues and I would have trouble login into my account.
Alternatives Considered
FreshBooksReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
I loved the pricing and all the features it had to offer.- Industry: Business Supplies & Equipment
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
If you have to update your payment, prepare to lose your entire account
Reviewed on 02/10/2024
Pitiful and frustrating, can't get anyone other that general technical support on the phone and...
Pitiful and frustrating, can't get anyone other that general technical support on the phone and they don't give a shit that I am locked out of our business account due to they own system failing with no safe guard in place to avoid it.
Pros
Nothing at the moment, considering I have been booted from my account. If I could give 0 stars, I would.
Cons
Had a credit card cancelled and tried updating QB to our new card, it would not accept a new card in their system, they promised it was on their end and they were working on it, nothing happened and they suspended my account and I no longer have access to it.
- Industry: Consumer Services
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10
Horrendous Program
Reviewed on 15/10/2024
QuickBooks Online is horrendous. The system is slow to do anything, it seems every task takes...
QuickBooks Online is horrendous. The system is slow to do anything, it seems every task takes longer than QuickBooks Desktop. It takes days to process payments; keep being told a "glitch" that flags EVERY payment as suspicious. Clients are getting angry it takes so long to process payments. The system cannot handle the size of the payments going through; although only a few clients pay by credit card, the ones that do is disastrous. We will be canceling the payments add-on. I am trying to get ALL my clients off QuickBooks online and to go to a different program.
Pros
The only positive it is not ties to one computer and can be accessed anywhere
Cons
The system takes too many steps to do a task, it does not receive payments effectively from clients. The customer service is absolutely useless and does not care about anything.
Alternatives Considered
Sage 300cloudReasons for Choosing QuickBooks Online
thought it would be easier - it is not. We are talking about going to a different programSwitched From
QuickBooks DesktopReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
thought it would be an easier transfer of data- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Convenient and User-Friendly
Reviewed on 20/08/2024
Overall, my experience with QuickBooks Online has been very positive. It’s a powerful tool that...
Overall, my experience with QuickBooks Online has been very positive. It’s a powerful tool that balances ease of use with robust functionality. The accessibility and integrations have significantly improved my ability to manage finances efficiently. While there are occasional challenges in navigating the reporting features, they are outweighed by the benefits the software provides. Over time, as you get used to its layout and features, it becomes an indispensable tool for financial management.
Pros
What I like most about QuickBooks Online is its ease of use, making it accessible even for those who aren’t accounting experts. The fact that I can access it from anywhere is incredibly convenient, especially when I need to manage finances on the go. The integrations with other tools and services are also a huge plus, streamlining many aspects of my business operations.
Cons
The downside is that sometimes it can be tricky to find the right report or to filter out the exact information I need. However, this does tend to improve as you become more familiar with the software. It’s a minor learning curve, but one worth noting.
Alternatives Considered
FreshBooksReasons for Choosing QuickBooks Online
Having remote access was crucial for us and the user interface was much friendlier.Switched From
Sage AccountingReasons for Switching to QuickBooks Online
Quickbooks seemed like a much bigger platform with more support and integrations.- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10
Cookie cutter as it gets.
Reviewed on 07/10/2024
You can tell that QuickBooks is starting to integrate directly with other services which has its...
You can tell that QuickBooks is starting to integrate directly with other services which has its pros and cons. The fact that it’s prettty specific on certain integrations makes it seem more like a limiting monopoly than a truly large business asset you can’t live without. It’s pretty telling when any good accountant dreads having to work within QuickBooks to do any accounting. It’s more of a hub for people that need basic, limiting accounting, that are willing to integrate other apps that have partnered or are owned by QuickBooks. The cost you pay you would think their would be more of a CRM integration with QuickBooks or a sister product for overall business management and quoting/invoicing. However, we’re planning to totally move away because the cost has gotten insane.
Pros
The ease of access, desktop to mobile. The loan options they have were pretty cool, and were better deals than other banks.
Cons
Where do I start? Everything is extremely limiting and cookie cutter. It’s very expensive for not having any sort of customization of invoices or estimates. The fact you can hardly get ahold of a live person that isn’t just a call center tech is aggravating. QuickBooks needs to understand that a business presentation to a client can make or break jobs, yet it gives very limiting options to how you can present.
- Industry: Automotive
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Robusta Accounting Tool for SMEs: QBO
Reviewed on 31/10/2024
Pros
QuickBooks Online makes accounting much easy by automating repetitive tasks such as accounts payable, receivable, general ledger and payment matching.
Cons
QuickBooks Online is cloud based and lack capabilities for global enterprises until it is integrated with external applications.
- Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Quick and Easy
Reviewed on 07/08/2024
Quickbooks Online has streamlined our accounting more than we realized was possible. Rather than...
Quickbooks Online has streamlined our accounting more than we realized was possible. Rather than having all of our satellite locations send in raw data to our central office to be processed then entered, we have been able to train our offsite managers in how to enter payments and other information. The checks and balances provided assures that we are not having payments “disappear,” and it also has allowed us to reallocate resources to more vital areas.
Pros
Quickbooks is the standard bearer for accounting software. The online version that we recently transitioned to provides all the functionality and support that we had become accustomed to, with the added bonus of being able to be deployed across multiple platforms, applications, devices, and locations.
Cons
The pricing model for QuickBooks Online seems to be more expensive than our previous versions, but the added functionality more than makes up for the cost difference.
- Industry: Retail
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
My Insight of QuickBooks Online
Reviewed on 04/10/2024
Pros
QuickBooks Online is the most robust online accounting tool which I have ever used.
It offers 2 & 3 way matching tool which help detect errors when paying vendors.
Cons
At the moment, QuickBooks Online is clean from bugs. The vendor technical team eradicate issues as soon as they arise though.
- Industry: Industrial Automation
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Business Management With QuickBooks Online
Reviewed on 19/08/2024
I am happy with QuickBooks Online because it makes running a business easy. I am able to view and...
I am happy with QuickBooks Online because it makes running a business easy. I am able to view and pay bills along with send out invoices all through QuickBooks. I am able to run reports on open orders and helps me stay on top of things.
Pros
The thing I liked most about QuickBooks Online was the ability to quick report an item and see past purchase orders, sales orders, bills and invoices.
Cons
The thing I liked least about Quickbooks Online was the inability to search items through quotes. It makes it difficult to view how many times an item has been quoted.