QuickBooks Desktop Pro vs Sage 50cloud Accounting Comparison

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QuickBooks Desktop Pro

Accounting Software

4.3 3,153 user ratings

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81% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Sage 50cloud Accounting

Accounting Software

4 164 user ratings

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Overview

Description

QuickBooks Desktop Pro software is a platform used to manage transactions workflows. The software offers receipt management tools to capture receipt data, expenses and record multiple transactions. Schedule statement emails and customize payments across your customer communications. Small, Medium companies make use of the software. Read more

Sage 50cloud is a set of accountancy and payroll products developed by Sage Group aimed at small and medium enterprises. Sage offer different products under the Sage 50 name in different regions.

Pricing Options

Free Trial Available
Starts at $27.00.

Free Trial Not Available
Starts at $50.58.

SW Score & Breakdown

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Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

96%
Reviews

85%
Momentum

60%
Popularity

60%

81% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

84%
Reviews

83%
Momentum

62%
Popularity

64%

Features

Total Features	14 Features	10 Features
Common Features for All	Accounts Payable Handling the money owed by a business to its suppliers. Accounts Receivable Handling the money the client owes to the company. Bank Reconciliation Matching the balances of an entity's accounting records with the corresponding information on a bank statement. Billing and Invoicing This feature helps in issuing and handling the invoice and bills. CPA Firms Offers collaboration with a professional expert for financial and consulting services. Cash Management Collection and management of cash. Collections Recovery of cash from a business or individual. Expense Tracking Keep a count of your day to day expenses as well as allows you to quickly identify where the expense report is in the approval process. Fixed Asset Management Helps in tracking fixed assets for the purposes of financial accounting, preventive maintenance, and theft deterrence. General Ledger Maintaining and recording all the accounting related transactions. Payroll Handling the salary payable to the employees Project Accounting Creation of financial reports specifically designed to track the financial progress of projects Purchasing Acquiring goods or services required for the business at minimal cost Revenue Recognition Determining the specific conditions under which revenue is recognized or accounted for Spend Management Managing the expenditure of a business in order to build its product or services Tax Management Management of finances for payment of tax as well as assessing the advance tax liability to pay your tax in time + 11 More - Show Less	Accounts Payable Handling the money owed by a business to its suppliers. Accounts Receivable Handling the money the client owes to the company. Bank Reconciliation Matching the balances of an entity's accounting records with the corresponding information on a bank statement. Billing and Invoicing This feature helps in issuing and handling the invoice and bills. CPA Firms Offers collaboration with a professional expert for financial and consulting services. Cash Management Collection and management of cash. Collections Recovery of cash from a business or individual. Expense Tracking Keep a count of your day to day expenses as well as allows you to quickly identify where the expense report is in the approval process. Fixed Asset Management Helps in tracking fixed assets for the purposes of financial accounting, preventive maintenance, and theft deterrence. General Ledger Maintaining and recording all the accounting related transactions. Payroll Handling the salary payable to the employees Project Accounting Creation of financial reports specifically designed to track the financial progress of projects Purchasing Acquiring goods or services required for the business at minimal cost Revenue Recognition Determining the specific conditions under which revenue is recognized or accounted for Spend Management Managing the expenditure of a business in order to build its product or services Tax Management Management of finances for payment of tax as well as assessing the advance tax liability to pay your tax in time + 7 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows
Modes of Support	Business Hours Online	Business Hours Online
API Support	Available	NA

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.3/5 3,153 user ratings	4/5 164 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 44.9% Very Good 41.5% Average 9.4% Poor 2.5% Terrible 1.7%	Excellent 46.3% Very Good 29.9% Average 11.6% Poor 5.5% Terrible 6.7%
Review Summary	User reviews on QuickBooks Desktop Pro highlight its ease of use and robust feature set, particularly for managing invoices, payments, and reports. Many users appreciate its user-friendly interface, making it suitable for both accounting professionals and small business owners with limited experience. However, some users express concerns about its price, lack of customization options for invoicing and reporting, and occasional technical glitches. While the desktop version is generally well-received, the online version is often preferred for its cloud-based accessibility.	Users of Sage 50 Cloud Accounting generally find it easy to use, efficient, and helpful for managing basic accounting tasks, particularly invoicing and inventory. They appreciate its user-friendly interface, accessible reporting features, and its ability to handle multiple businesses. However, some users experience slowness, occasional crashes, and limited integration with other systems, which can be frustrating, especially for larger or more complex operations. While some users find the customer support helpful, others express dissatisfaction with slow response times and a lack of in-depth solutions.
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Starts at $27.00.	Free Trial Not Available Starts at $50.58.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise $1,922.00 $1,922.00 per year QuickBooks Online Plus $27.00 $27.00 per month QuickBooks Online Plus + Payroll Core $40.50 $40.50 per month QuickBooks Online Plus+ Payroll Premium $51.00 $51.00 per month	Sage 50cloud Pro Accounting $50.58 $60.08 per month Sage 50cloud Premium Accounting $86.91 $103.92 per month Quantum Accounting $148.33 $177.17 per month
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