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# IRIS Elements

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> IRIS Elements is a cloud-based accounting solution that simplifies day-to-day operations, automates complex tasks, and provides enterprise-level security for start-ups, small/medium practices, and bookkeepers. 

Offers a no-obligation 30-day free trial.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.1/5** by 14 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Key benefits of IRIS Elements

IRIS Elements is the ultimate all-in-one cloud-based accounting solution that offers comprehensive support for start-ups, small/medium practices, and bookkeepers. 

The software streamlines day-to-day operations and automates complex tasks, saving precious and minimising errors. It keeps all your data centralised, secure, and easily accessible from any internet-connected device, so your firm can remain productive and efficient from anywhere.

IRIS Elements is fully customisable to suit your evolving needs, offering job status, tasks, AML checks, proposals, tax filing, accounts preparation, bookkeeping, and more. IRIS Elements is also an affordable, HMRC-recognised solution with enterprise-level security features that guarantee secure data management. 

The software is MTD-ready and equipped with award-winning workflows, notifications, and monitoring solutions that keep you ahead of the game. 

You can try IRIS Elements for free for 30-days with no obligation to buy and without providing credit card details. 

With over 24,000 satisfied subscribers, IRIS Elements is the most flexible cloud-first accountancy platform that saves you money, grows with you, and delivers a comprehensive one-stop-shop for all your accounting needs. 

Join today and discover how IRIS Elements can revolutionise your practice.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.1/5** | 14 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 3.8/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: IRIS Software Group
- **Founded**: 2004

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: GBP 1.00
- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial)
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United Kingdom

## Features

- Accounting
- Accounting Integration
- Compliance Management
- Corporate/Business
- Customizable Templates
- Data Import/Export
- Document Management
- Document Storage
- Document Templates
- Electronic Filing
- Electronic Submission
- Sales Tax Management
- Tax Calculation
- Tax Filing
- Tax Forms
- Third-Party Integrations

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- 24/7 (Live rep)
- Chat

## Category

- [Corporate Tax Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1815/corporate-tax/software)

## Related Categories

- [Corporate Tax Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1815/corporate-tax/software)
- [Corporate Tax Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/248/tax-management/software)
- [Tax Practice Management Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/1453/tax-practice-management/software)
- [Tax Preparation Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/3852/tax-preparation/software)

## Alternatives

1. [TaxDome](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2035759/taxdome) — 4.7/5 (3578 reviews)
2. [MyTAXPrepOffice](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2050048/mytaxprepoffice) — 4.5/5 (228 reviews)
3. [TurboTax Business](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/106771/turboxtax-business) — 4.5/5 (273 reviews)
4. [Drake Tax](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2049648/drake-tax) — 3.8/5 (113 reviews)
5. [UltraTax CS](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2047169/ediscovery-point) — 3.5/5 (24 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Power & IRIS Elements" — 5.0/5

> **Adam** | *7 August 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: What I like most about IRIS Elements is the single source of truth it offers through a unified database across modules, which makes managing client data straightforward and consistent. The ease of use stands out – it’s intuitive and user-friendly, even for new staff. I also appreciate that the product is continually being improved, with regular updates that show the developers are listening to user feedback and actively enhancing functionality.
> 
> **Cons**: The main limitation for us is the lack of integration with Zapier, which restricts our ability to build automations across platforms and connect with other parts of our tech stack.
> 
> Our overall experience with IRIS Elements has been very positive. It’s a good product that helps free up time for our team. The built-in automations support consistent and professional client communication, which is crucial in delivering a high-quality service. With further improvements to integrations, it has the potential to be an even more powerful part of our firm’s operations.

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### "Excellent online accounting software" — 5.0/5

> **Andrew** | *6 October 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Easy to use and available anywhere online so not limited to one computer. The cost is good and offers a number of licences depending on your requirements. I had one query which was quickly resolved by their online support.
> 
> **Cons**: The licencing is a challenge to get all of the products within the same licence period with a very long 90 day notice length.
> 
> Very good with onboarding help provided via online face to face support to get me up and running very quickly.

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### "Poor Iris Elements" — 1.0/5

> **Tony** | *22 July 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 0.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Iris Elements is a poor relation of the original program Tax Filer and does not deserve to be compared to this orginal tax software
> 
> **Cons**: All of it . I would like to return to using Tax filer which was a far superior program 
and Iris Elements could never compete with
> 
> Terrible , so terrible that i have been pricing other tax software to replace Iris Elements in the near future

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### "Iris review" — 5.0/5

> **Paul** | *7 August 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It’s web based and so that enables great accessibility and not relying on updates to download and install.
> 
> **Cons**: Having to get used to a new system is never the best thing but it’s user friendly and I found it quick to learn.
> 
> Iris is a known company to me and when I found Elements and its costs, I did not hesitate and I’m so glad that I did.

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### "First rate product" — 5.0/5

> **Michael** | *25 July 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Ease of transition from PTP accounts.
Knowledgeable staff assistance 
Improved clearer input screens in the tax
section
> 
> **Cons**: Difficulty in revising and adding notes to the accounts.
Delays in speaking to the relevant person to deal with a problem
> 
> Probably the best complete software I have used in my 50 plus years in practice 
No hesitation in recommending

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