Xero vs QuickBooks Desktop Pro Comparison

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Xero

Accounting Software

4.2 7,623 user ratings

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84% 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

QuickBooks Desktop Pro

Accounting Software

4.3 3,153 user ratings

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Overview

Description	Xero is an award-winning online accounting software for small scale businesses. Xero offers a variety of features to make your business function smoothly and efficiently. The software handles all the accounting transactions effectively. It permits unlimited users to get online at a time and work in collaboration over data which is accessible through a single ledger. Xero also provides Bank Reconciliation services by importing the various transactions from your bank accounts and matching them with your cash-book. Business finances and cash-flow statements are updated on a real-time basis, helping you to keep a track of all your expenses and transactions. Read more	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
Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Starts at $2.9.	Free Trial Available Starts at $27.00.
SW Score & Breakdown	98% 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 100% Reviews 99% Momentum 67% Popularity 97%	84% 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 96% Reviews 85% Momentum 60% Popularity 60%
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Features

Total Features	18 Features	14 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. Budget Forecasting Helps to create budgets using past performance and future projections. Forecasting uses data, trends, and analytics to predict revenue, expenses, and cash flow. 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. Multi-Currency Enables payment and collection in multiple currencies. 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 + 15 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. Budget Forecasting Helps to create budgets using past performance and future projections. Forecasting uses data, trends, and analytics to predict revenue, expenses, and cash flow. 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. Multi-Currency Enables payment and collection in multiple currencies. 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

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows
Modes of Support	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online
API Support	Available	Available

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.2/5 7,623 user ratings	4.3/5 3,153 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 66.1% Very Good 14% Average 4.4% Poor 3.5% Terrible 12%	Excellent 44.9% Very Good 41.5% Average 9.4% Poor 2.5% Terrible 1.7%
User Sentiments	User Friendly Interface, Extensive Integrations, Automated Bank Feeds, Comprehensive Reporting Unreliable Bank Feeds, Slow Support Response Times, Limited User Permissions, Lack of Phone Support	Not Available
Review Summary	User reviews of Xero are mixed. While many praise its ease of use, seamless integration with other platforms, and robust features for small businesses, they often express frustration with unreliable bank feeds, slow customer support response times, and lack of essential functionalities. Some users find the new invoicing system cumbersome, while others appreciate the help provided by Xero's support team, especially when it comes to technical issues. Overall, Xero is a powerful accounting software for small businesses but has drawbacks in its customer support and recent feature updates.	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.
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Starts at $2.9.	Free Trial Available Starts at $27.00.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	Starter $2.90 $2.90 per month Standard $4.60 $4.60 per month Premium $6.90 $6.90 per month	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
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