What we like
- Most accountants know it
- Huge app ecosystem
- Payroll, payments and inventory options
Watch out for
- Simple Start is $38/mo for one user
- Big jumps between tiers
- Frequent price increases
Key facts
| Category | Accounting & invoicing |
|---|---|
| Free plan | No: 30-day free trial |
| Cheapest paid plan (monthly) | $38/mo |
| Top plan | Advanced: $340/mo |
| Seats | Users included per plan |
| Trial / refund | 30-day free trial (or a 3-month discount) |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
Checked Oct 9, 2026 on the official site. Prices and terms change: confirm before you buy.
QuickBooks Online plans & pricing
| Plan | Billed monthly | Billed yearly (per month) | Cost per year | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Start | $38 | monthly only | $456 | 1 user; often 50% off for 3 months |
| Essentials | $85 | monthly only | $1,020 | 3 users; bills and time tracking |
| Plus | $140 | monthly only | $1,680 | 5 users; inventory and projects |
| Advanced | $340 | monthly only | $4,080 | 25 users; custom roles, workflows |
List prices for one user, checked Oct 9, 2026. Taxes extra; per-user plans multiply by seats. Vendors change plans often: confirm on QuickBooks Online’s pricing page. Add it to the stack cost calculator →
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