Compare MYOB and QuickBooks Desktop Pro

At a Glance
MYOB
MYOB
Star Rating
(40)3.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $12.00 Per Month
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QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Star Rating
(1,754)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (81.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$499.95
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that QuickBooks Desktop Pro excels in user satisfaction, with many praising its ease of use and comprehensive features. Users appreciate how it simplifies tasks like invoicing, expense tracking, and bank reconciliation, making it a reliable choice for managing finances efficiently.
  • According to verified reviews, MYOB is recognized for its time-saving capabilities and straightforward interface. Users find it beneficial for automatically preparing financial statements, which streamlines their accounting processes and reduces manual effort.
  • Users say that QuickBooks Desktop Pro offers a smooth implementation process, with many highlighting the intuitive onboarding wizard that makes setup easy. This contrasts with MYOB, where some users have noted that while it is easy to use, the initial setup can be less intuitive.
  • Reviewers mention that QuickBooks Desktop Pro provides superior quality of support, with a score that reflects its responsiveness and helpfulness. Users have shared positive experiences regarding timely assistance, which is crucial for small businesses that rely on quick resolutions.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that QuickBooks Desktop Pro shines in its reporting capabilities, with users noting the clarity and reliability of its reports. This feature is particularly valued by those who need to generate detailed financial insights regularly, whereas MYOB, while effective, is seen as less robust in this area.
  • According to recent feedback, both products are effective in automating tasks like payroll and accounts payable, but QuickBooks Desktop Pro is often preferred for its efficiency and quick turnaround times, making it a better fit for businesses that prioritize speed and accuracy in their financial operations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
MYOB
MYOB Business Lite
Starting at $12.00
Per Month
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QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Premier 2017
$499.95
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Free Trial
MYOB
Free Trial is available
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.5
24
8.9
1,492
Ease of Use
7.6
24
8.6
1,499
Ease of Setup
7.6
13
8.3
635
Ease of Admin
8.0
5
8.6
626
Quality of Support
6.7
21
7.7
1,321
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
5
8.2
609
Product Direction (% positive)
4.7
24
7.5
1,482
Features by Category
7.6
14
8.1
1,132
General Ledger
8.3
11
8.7
947
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Verified
7.1
8
8.3
610
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Verified
7.9
11
8.5
764
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Verified
Accounts Receivable
8.0
9
8.6
940
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Verified
8.3
7
8.4
730
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Verified
8.1
7
8.1
599
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Verified
Accounts Payable
8.6
7
8.6
755
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Verified
8.3
10
8.8
852
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Verified
8.1
8
8.6
659
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Verified
Other Functionality
7.4
9
8.2
453
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Verified
6.7
8
8.2
474
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Verified
6.7
8
8.3
461
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Verified
7.4
7
8.3
580
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Verified
7.7
8
8.3
580
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Verified
8.3
12
8.9
910
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Verified
8.1
12
8.8
651
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Verified
7.5
6
8.7
649
Reporting & Analytics
7.9
12
9.0
1000
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Verified
7.3
11
8.7
970
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Verified
7.3
8
8.4
740
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Verified
6.9
8
8.5
874
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Verified
Platform
7.5
8
8.0
823
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Verified
7.1
8
Feature Not Available
7.5
8
8.5
884
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Verified
6.3
8
8.5
531
7.1
11
8.6
954
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Verified
7.0
9
8.6
862
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Verified
Integration
7.3
8
8.2
835
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Verified
7.9
7
Feature Not Available
7.6
7
Feature Not Available
Cash Flow
7.6
7
8.9
126
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Verified
7.9
8
9.1
141
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Verified
8.1
8
8.9
131
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Verified
Budgeting & Forecasting
7.3
8
8.4
740
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Verified
7.1
7
8.4
115
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Verified
6.7
6
8.3
90
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Verified
7.8
9
8.7
115
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Verified
Revenue
7.3
8
8.9
122
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Verified
7.6
9
8.8
105
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Verified
7.2
6
8.6
91
Payroll
8.1
8
8.7
96
7.1
7
8.8
108
8.0
9
8.7
108
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Verified
7.9
7
8.9
121
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Verified
AI
Not enough data
6.1
15
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
6.4
15
Not enough data
6.6
15
Not enough data
6.7
15
Not enough data
5.3
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
7.1
15
Not enough data
7.3
15
Mobile Applications - Accounting
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
7.5
10
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
5.0
11
Not enough data
6.7
11
Not enough data
7.6
11
Agentic AI - Accounting
Not enough data
4.6
8
Not enough data
8.7
519
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
8.4
230
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
193
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
170
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
462
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
333
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Verified
Not enough data
9.0
331
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
353
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
386
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
310
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
276
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Verified
Not enough data
9.1
415
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Verified
Not enough data
9.0
344
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Verified
Taxes
Not enough data
9.1
430
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
114
Not enough data
8.8
335
|
Verified
Integration
Not enough data
8.4
255
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Verified
Not enough data
8.2
89
Not enough data
8.6
293
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
72
Platform
Not enough data
8.7
445
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
437
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
464
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
410
|
Verified
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Accounting
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Back Office
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Front Office
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Integration
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Logistics
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Platform
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Production
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Reporting & Analytics
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - ERP Systems
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.4
106
Bill Generation
Not enough data
8.9
84
Not enough data
9.2
75
Not enough data
9.1
71
Bill Processing
Not enough data
8.7
70
Not enough data
8.8
75
Not enough data
9.1
81
Integration
Not enough data
9.0
89
Not enough data
9.0
85
Not enough data
8.6
61
Agentic AI - Billing
Not enough data
4.0
5
Accounting Practice ManagementHide 21 FeaturesShow 21 Features
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Communication
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Collaboration
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Billing
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Onboarding
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Visibility
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Agentic AI - Accounting Practice Management
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Accounting & FinanceHide 1 FeatureShow 1 Feature
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Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
MYOB
MYOB
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
MYOB and QuickBooks Desktop Pro are categorized as Accounting
Unique Categories
MYOB
MYOB is categorized as Accounting Practice Management and ERP Systems
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro is categorized as Payroll and Billing
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
MYOB
MYOB
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
76.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
23.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
81.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
15.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
3.6%
Reviewers' Industry
MYOB
MYOB
Accounting
37.8%
Building Materials
5.4%
Civic & Social Organization
5.4%
Computer Software
5.4%
Construction
5.4%
Other
40.5%
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Accounting
17.0%
Construction
6.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.5%
Marketing and Advertising
3.4%
Information Technology and Services
3.2%
Other
64.0%
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Discussions
MYOB
MYOB Discussions
What does MYOB software do?
1 Comment
Daisy D.
DD
MYOB does the accounting process of recording, storing and categorising transaction data into an organised and concise financial information that can be...Read more
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MYOB has no more discussions with answers
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro Discussions
Does Quickbooks allow you to charge customers on a recurring basis? I know that quickbooks is kind of the gold standard when it comes to accounting software, but does it have an online payment gateway?
2 Comments
Eric M.
EM
It can be set up in a few easy steps. Check out this guide: http://www.qbexpress.com/how-to-setup-recurring-charges-for-customers-in-quickbooks/Read more
Best unique feature ?
2 Comments
Mohammed Haseeb A.
MA
User interface is simply fantastic. It has got a beautiful interface with excel. Like anything and everything in software can be exported and imported...Read more
What plans are there to migrate the features from quick books online?
2 Comments
Brian L.
BL
My understanding is that QuickBooks Desktop is more in "Maintenance Mode" right now. I would not expect big new features added to desktop. As an example,...Read more