QuickBooks Pricing (April 2026)
How much does QuickBooks cost?
QuickBooks starts at $38/mo with 4 plans available.
All Plans
QuickBooks Pricing Breakdown
QuickBooks Online's pricing structure is designed to grow with your business, offering multiple tiers that cater to different operational needs and scales. The pricing model starts at a modest $20 per month for solopreneurs and scales up to comprehensive enterprise solutions at $235 monthly, providing flexibility for businesses at various stages of growth.
The Solopreneur plan at $20 per month is ideal for freelancers and independent contractors. It provides basic features like income and expense tracking, invoicing, and mobile receipt capture. However, it's limited to a single user and lacks some advanced functionalities found in higher tiers.
The Simple Start plan at $35 per month represents an excellent entry point for new businesses. It supports one user, offers more robust invoicing capabilities, and includes basic tax preparation tools. This plan is perfect for service-based businesses and consultants who need straightforward financial management without complexity.
As businesses grow, the Essentials plan at $65 monthly becomes attractive. Supporting up to three users, this tier adds bill management, time tracking, and multi-user collaboration. It's particularly suitable for small teams in service industries that require more comprehensive financial tracking and collaborative features.
The Plus plan at $99 per month is the most popular tier, supporting up to five users and adding critical features like inventory tracking and project profitability analysis. Retailers, contractors, and businesses with more complex financial needs will find this plan most valuable, as it provides deeper insights and more sophisticated management tools.
For larger organizations, the Advanced plan at $235 monthly offers enterprise-level capabilities. Supporting up to 25 users, this tier includes advanced reporting, custom user permissions, dedicated support, and sophisticated workflow automation. While expensive, it provides comprehensive financial management for growing companies.
Hidden costs to consider include payroll services (starting at $50 monthly plus per-employee fees) and potential add-ons like advanced inventory tracking. When compared to competitors, QuickBooks Online is on the higher end of pricing but offers unparalleled depth of features and integration capabilities.
Feature Breakdown by Plan
| Feature | Simple Start | Essentials | Plus | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income & expenses | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Invoicing | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Tax deductions | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bill management | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Time tracking | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 users | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Inventory tracking | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Project profitability | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| 5 users | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Business analytics | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Dedicated support | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| 25 users | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
Team Cost Calculator
Estimated monthly costs based on team size (price per user × team members):
| Team Size | Simple Start | Essentials | Plus | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $190/mo | $375/mo | $575/mo | $1,375/mo |
| 10 users | $380/mo | $750/mo | $1,150/mo | $2,750/mo |
| 25 users | $950/mo | $1,875/mo | $2,875/mo | $6,875/mo |
| 50 users | $1,900/mo | $3,750/mo | $5,750/mo | $13,750/mo |
Is QuickBooks Worth It?
There is no free tier, but most paid plans include a trial period.
Paid plans range from $38/mo (Simple Start) to $275/mo (Advanced). Most users pick the Essentials plan.
Best for: Small businesses, Accountants, US-based companies. Keep in mind: expensive.
QuickBooks Pros & Cons
- Industry standard
- Great integrations
- Reliable
- Strong reporting
- Tax features
- Expensive
- Learning curve
- Add-on costs
- Limited users on lower tiers