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QuickBooks
By Intuit Inc.
- iOS
- Android
- Web
Accounting, invoicing, and expense tracking built for small businesses.
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Overview
QuickBooks handles accounting, invoicing, expense tracking, and reporting for small businesses and the self-employed. It's a widely adopted choice that many accountants know well. Bank connections and tax-ready reports simplify bookkeeping.
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App Store
4.7
250,289 ratings
Pros & cons
What we like
- Comprehensive small-business accounting
- Widely supported by accountants
- Automatic bank feed imports
- Tax-ready reports and invoicing
Worth noting
- Requires an ongoing subscription
- Steep learning curve for beginners
- Can be more than freelancers need
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