QuickBooks Online Plans
QuickBooks Online offers several subscription plans designed for different business needs:
Simple Start
- Cost: $25-30 per month
- Features:
- Track income and expenses
- Capture and organize receipts
- Invoice and accept payments
- Basic reporting
- Mobile app functionality
- One user access
Essentials
- Cost: $50-55 per month
- Features:
- All Simple Start features
- Manage bills
- Time tracking
- Enhanced reporting options
- Up to 3 users
Plus
- Cost: $80-85 per month
- Features:
- All Essentials features
- Track project profitability
- Inventory tracking
- Purchase order management
- 1099 contractor management
- Up to 5 users
Advanced
- Cost: $180-200 per month
- Features:
- All Plus features
- Business analytics and insights
- Dedicated account team
- Custom user permissions
- Workflow automation
- Up to 25 users
QuickBooks Desktop Plans
Pro Plus 2023
- Cost: $349.99 per year
- Features:
- Up to 3 users
- Basic accounting features
- Local installation
- Annual updates
- Organize finances
- Track performance
Premier Plus 2023
- Cost: $549.99 per year
- Features:
- All Pro Plus features
- Industry-specific reports
- Forecast sales and expenses
- Inventory assembly
- Up to 5 users
Enterprise 23.0
- Cost: Starting at $1,275-1,340 per year
- Features:
- All Premier Plus features
- Advanced reporting
- Advanced inventory
- Priority customer support
- Up to 40 users
Additional Costs
Payroll Services
- Core: $45/month + $4/employee
- Premium: $75/month + $8/employee
- Elite: $125/month + $10/employee
Payment Processing
Standard rates: 2.9% + $0.25 per transaction for online payments In-person rates: 2.7% per swipe
Add-on Services
- Time Tracking: $20/month
- Online Backup: $9.95/month
- Hosting Services: Starting at $50/month
System Requirements
Online Version
- Modern web browser
- Internet connection (1.5+ Mbps)
- Updated operating system
Desktop Version
- Windows 10 or newer
- 4GB RAM minimum
- 2.4 GHz processor
- 2.5 GB disk space
Choosing the Right Plan
Consider these factors when selecting your plan:
- Business size and growth projections
- Number of users needed
- Industry-specific requirements
- Budget constraints
- Desktop vs. cloud preference
- Features needed for business operations
Money-Saving Tips
- Look for seasonal promotions on QuickBooks' official website
- Pay annually for additional discounts
- Bundle services for better rates
- Start with a lower tier and upgrade as needed
Pricing information is current as of 2023 but subject to change. Check the QuickBooks pricing page for the most up-to-date rates.