About QuickBooks
QuickBooks by Intuit is the most widely-used small business accounting software. It handles invoicing, expense tracking, tax preparation, payroll, and financial reporting — available as cloud-based (QuickBooks Online) or desktop software, serving millions of businesses worldwide.
Key Features
- Invoicing and payment tracking
- Expense categorization and tracking
- Bank and credit card connections
- Financial reports (P&L, balance sheet)
- Payroll processing (add-on)
- Tax deduction tracking
- Multi-currency support
- Receipt scanning and management
Pros
- Industry standard for small business accounting
- Massive accountant and bookkeeper ecosystem
- Strong integration with banks and financial institutions
- Comprehensive reporting and tax preparation
Cons
- Pricing has increased significantly over the years
- Can be complex for very small businesses or freelancers
- Customer support quality has declined
Integrations
PayPalStripeShopifySquareGustoZapier
Best Use Cases
- Small business bookkeeping
- Invoice and payment management
- Tax preparation
- Financial reporting
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Quick Info
- Website
- quickbooks.intuit.com
- Founded
- 1983
- Company
- 10000+
- Pricing
- paid
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