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At a Glance
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Star Rating
(1,764)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (81.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$499.95
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Wagepoint
Wagepoint
Star Rating
(56)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (83.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Pay As You Go Per Month
Learn more about Wagepoint
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that QuickBooks Desktop Pro excels in its comprehensive features for managing accounting, invoicing, and financial reporting. Users appreciate its ease of use and reliable reporting, with one reviewer noting how it makes payroll processing efficient and timely.
  • Users say Wagepoint stands out for its user-friendly interface and seamless implementation. Reviewers highlight the ease of handling paychecks and the simplicity of the system, making it easy for both employers and staff to navigate.
  • According to verified reviews, QuickBooks Desktop Pro has a strong reputation for its robust payroll features, including quick turnaround times and effective expense tracking. Users value the clarity and organization of its tools, which cater to various accounting tasks.
  • Reviewers mention that Wagepoint offers excellent support and training, making it easy to adopt within organizations. Users appreciate the automatic filing and reminders, which help streamline payroll management.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while QuickBooks Desktop Pro has a wealth of features, some users find it can be overwhelming at times. However, many still commend its powerful reporting capabilities and the ability to manage multiple financial aspects efficiently.
  • Users report that Wagepoint's focus on payroll makes it a strong contender for small businesses looking for simplicity. Its high ease of administration and positive user experiences suggest it is well-suited for those who prioritize straightforward payroll processing over extensive accounting features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Premier 2017
$499.95
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Wagepoint
Unlimited Package — $40/month + $6 per employee/contractor per payroll (CAD)
Pay As You Go
Per Month
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Free Trial
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Free Trial is available
Wagepoint
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
1,498
8.8
49
Ease of Use
8.6
1,505
9.1
49
Ease of Setup
8.3
641
8.6
30
Ease of Admin
8.6
625
9.4
27
Quality of Support
7.7
1,326
9.1
50
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
608
9.3
28
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
1,486
8.5
48
Features by Category
8.0
1,139
Not enough data
General Ledger
8.7
947
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
610
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
766
|
Verified
Not enough data
Accounts Receivable
8.6
940
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
730
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
598
|
Verified
Not enough data
Accounts Payable
8.6
754
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
852
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
658
|
Verified
Not enough data
Other Functionality
8.2
452
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
473
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
460
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
580
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
579
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
910
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
652
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
648
Not enough data
Reporting & Analytics
9.0
1003
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
972
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
739
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
874
|
Verified
Not enough data
Platform
8.0
822
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
885
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
530
Not enough data
8.6
955
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
861
|
Verified
Not enough data
Integration
8.2
837
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Cash Flow
8.9
125
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
140
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
130
|
Verified
Not enough data
Budgeting & Forecasting
8.4
739
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
114
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
89
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
114
|
Verified
Not enough data
Revenue
8.9
121
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
104
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
90
Not enough data
Payroll
8.7
95
Not enough data
8.8
107
Not enough data
8.7
107
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
120
|
Verified
Not enough data
AI
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
Not enough data
Mobile Applications - Accounting
8.1
12
Not enough data
7.5
10
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
4.5
10
Not enough data
6.7
11
Not enough data
7.6
11
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting
4.6
8
Not enough data
8.7
520
9.0
45
Employee Self Service
8.3
229
|
Verified
9.0
42
|
Verified
8.4
192
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.2
169
|
Verified
8.3
16
|
Verified
Administration
9.0
462
|
Verified
9.2
43
|
Verified
8.5
333
|
Verified
7.9
21
|
Verified
9.0
331
|
Verified
9.4
43
|
Verified
8.7
352
|
Verified
8.2
19
|
Verified
8.7
386
|
Verified
9.0
33
|
Verified
8.7
310
|
Verified
9.8
15
|
Verified
8.8
275
|
Verified
9.4
12
9.1
415
|
Verified
8.9
14
|
Verified
9.0
344
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Taxes
9.1
430
|
Verified
9.4
38
|
Verified
8.9
114
9.5
35
|
Verified
8.8
335
|
Verified
9.5
36
|
Verified
Integration
8.4
254
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.2
88
9.0
13
|
Verified
8.6
292
|
Verified
8.0
16
8.3
71
Feature Not Available
Platform
8.7
444
|
Verified
9.2
41
|
Verified
8.9
436
|
Verified
9.3
39
|
Verified
8.7
463
|
Verified
9.3
40
|
Verified
8.7
409
|
Verified
9.1
37
|
Verified
8.4
106
Not enough data
Bill Generation
8.9
83
Not enough data
9.2
74
Not enough data
9.1
70
Not enough data
Bill Processing
8.7
70
Not enough data
8.8
75
Not enough data
9.1
81
Not enough data
Integration
9.0
89
Not enough data
9.0
85
Not enough data
8.6
61
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Billing
4.0
5
Not enough data
Accounting & FinanceHide 1 FeatureShow 1 Feature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Wagepoint
Wagepoint
QuickBooks Desktop Pro and Wagepoint are categorized as Payroll
Unique Categories
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro is categorized as Billing and Accounting
Wagepoint
Wagepoint has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
81.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
15.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
3.6%
Wagepoint
Wagepoint
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
83.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.5%
Reviewers' Industry
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
Accounting
17.0%
Construction
6.9%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.6%
Marketing and Advertising
3.4%
Information Technology and Services
3.3%
Other
63.9%
Wagepoint
Wagepoint
Computer Software
14.8%
Accounting
7.4%
Financial Services
5.6%
Information Technology and Services
5.6%
Oil & Energy
3.7%
Other
63.0%
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Discussions
QuickBooks Desktop Pro
QuickBooks Desktop Pro Discussions
What plans are there to migrate the features from quick books online?
2 Comments
Official Response from QuoteWerks
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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
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
Wagepoint
Wagepoint Discussions
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