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QuickBooks Online

$38 - $275/mo

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QuickBooks Desktop

$500+

Analysis

The industry-standard cloud accounting platform. In late 2025, it is a fully AI-integrated system featuring 'Intuit Assist' for automated reconciliation and 'AI Agents' for autonomous bookkeeping. While it offers unmatched tax-readiness and ecosystem depth, its high subscription costs and complex tiered pricing continue to drive freelancers and micro-SMEs toward leaner alternatives.

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Analysis

A popular Accounting tool that many users find too expensive or restrictive.

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The Breakdown

FeatureQuickBooks OnlineQuickBooks Desktop
CategoryAccountingAccounting
Subscription Cost$38 - $275/mo$500+