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Compare QuickBooks Online Advanced and Xero 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$275.00 Per Month
$13.00 Per Month
QuickBooks Online Advanced
Star Rating
(350)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$275.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Learn more about QuickBooks Online AdvancedXero
Star Rating
(1,323)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$13.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Xero excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to QuickBooks Online Advanced. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and the simplicity of managing accounting tasks, with one reviewer noting, "I like Xero because it's simple and intuitive."
- According to verified reviews, Xero's implementation process is praised for its ease, with users highlighting the straightforward setup that allows teams to get started quickly. In contrast, while QuickBooks Online Advanced also receives positive feedback for its setup, it does not match the volume of recent reviews that Xero has, indicating a more consistent user experience.
- Users say that Xero's dashboard is less cluttered than QuickBooks Online Advanced, which some find overwhelming with unnecessary features. One user specifically mentioned, "That the dashboard isn't busy with unnecessary AI agents, tabs, etc. like QBO," emphasizing Xero's focus on user-friendly design.
- Reviewers mention that QuickBooks Online Advanced offers robust automation features, such as automatic categorization of bills and customizable reporting options. One user highlighted, "I really like how QuickBooks Online Advanced allows me to create bills that automatically categorize themselves correctly," showcasing its efficiency in handling repetitive tasks.
- G2 reviewers report that both products perform well in terms of support quality, but Xero's support is often noted for being more accessible and responsive. Users appreciate the quality of assistance they receive, with both platforms scoring similarly, yet Xero's higher overall satisfaction suggests a more favorable experience.
- According to verified reviews, Xero shines in its ease of use, particularly for small businesses, with users finding it effective for tasks like reconciling payments and receipts. In comparison, QuickBooks Online Advanced, while powerful, may require more time to master due to its extensive features, as one user noted the ease of understanding but did not emphasize the same level of simplicity as Xero.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
QuickBooks Online Advanced
QuickBook Online Advanced Free 30-Day Trial
$275.00
Per Month
Free trial applies to the monthly base price for the first thirty (30) days of new subscriptions to QuickBooks Online and/or Payroll. You’ll automatically be charged at the end of the free trial and on a monthly basis thereafter at the then-current price for the service(s) you’ve selected until you cancel. Free trial does not apply to per-employee fees or state tax filing fees for QuickBooks Payroll, or to other add-on fees or services. To be eligible for this offer, you must be a new QuickBooks Online and/or Payroll customer and sign up for a monthly plan using the "Free 30-Day Trial" option. Offers for the same product cannot be combined. Intuit reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time for any reason in its sole discretion.
- Work smarter. Get reports with deeper insights and save time with batch transactions.
- Customize it for your business. Integrate with best-in-class apps for tailored end-to-end solutions on one platform.
- Get a dedicated account team. On-demand, online training for you team —valued at $3,000 - included.
Xero
Starter / Early
$13.00
Per Month
Good for sole traders, new businesses, and the self-employed.
- Send quotes and 20 invoices
- Enter 5 bills
- Reconcile bank transactions
Free Trial
QuickBooks Online Advanced
Free Trial is available
Xero
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
263
8.7
1,065
Ease of Use
8.8
265
8.9
1,118
Ease of Setup
8.8
182
8.7
811
Ease of Admin
9.0
151
8.7
373
Quality of Support
8.4
257
8.3
991
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
150
8.6
368
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
245
8.7
1,054
Features by Category
Expense Reports
Not enough data
8.7
237
Not enough data
8.9
236
Not enough data
8.5
221
Not enough data
8.5
223
Not enough data
8.4
212
Not enough data
8.3
209
Not enough data
8.8
220
Agentic AI - Expense Management
Not enough data
8.9
108
Not enough data
9.1
109
Travel Management
Not enough data
7.8
195
Not enough data
7.3
188
Not enough data
7.2
186
Not enough data
7.6
190
Client Invoicing
Not enough data
9.1
225
Not enough data
8.8
211
Not enough data
8.6
210
Mobile
Not enough data
8.4
211
Not enough data
7.7
188
Not enough data
7.4
184
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
174
Not enough data
8.2
177
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
170
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
211
Not enough data
8.4
210
Not enough data
8.2
207
Not enough data
8.2
197
Not enough data
8.6
217
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
233
Not enough data
8.5
199
Not enough data
8.3
190
Not enough data
9.1
219
Not enough data
8.3
202
Not enough data
5.8
172
General Ledger
8.6
161
8.6
681
|
Verified
8.0
153
8.2
636
|
Verified
8.6
166
8.5
650
|
Verified
Accounts Receivable
8.5
169
8.7
701
|
Verified
8.2
157
8.4
601
8.1
137
8.2
616
|
Verified
Accounts Payable
8.2
149
8.5
596
8.6
171
8.7
652
|
Verified
8.3
140
8.5
623
|
Verified
Other Functionality
7.4
122
7.9
557
7.4
122
7.9
555
7.7
121
8.1
542
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.8
575
|
Verified
7.9
151
8.4
606
|
Verified
8.8
190
8.9
682
|
Verified
8.3
141
8.2
592
|
Verified
8.4
137
8.4
592
Reporting & Analytics
9.0
188
8.8
695
|
Verified
8.6
181
8.6
672
|
Verified
8.0
166
8.4
580
|
Verified
8.5
183
8.7
687
|
Verified
Platform
8.0
173
8.3
631
|
Verified
8.1
151
8.2
602
8.4
180
8.6
658
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
560
|
Verified
8.7
185
8.8
668
|
Verified
8.5
165
8.6
614
|
Verified
Integration
8.5
170
8.6
635
|
Verified
7.9
125
8.6
563
8.1
137
8.4
593
|
Verified
Cash Flow
8.4
157
8.7
528
|
Verified
9.0
170
9.0
548
|
Verified
8.7
152
8.7
514
|
Verified
Budgeting & Forecasting
8.0
166
8.4
580
|
Verified
8.4
142
8.6
517
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
481
|
Verified
8.4
142
8.5
510
|
Verified
Revenue
8.5
154
8.7
535
|
Verified
8.4
140
8.6
521
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
489
|
Verified
Payroll
8.5
128
8.2
468
|
Verified
8.4
122
8.0
454
|
Verified
8.2
134
8.4
496
|
Verified
8.7
146
8.8
510
|
Verified
AI
7.2
29
8.3
342
7.8
30
8.7
342
8.2
30
8.6
342
7.4
29
8.4
340
7.9
29
8.4
338
7.3
27
8.0
338
8.2
32
8.9
345
8.2
31
8.7
343
7.9
29
8.6
334
7.5
29
8.4
335
Mobile Applications - Accounting
8.5
27
8.7
333
8.5
27
8.7
322
8.6
27
8.7
332
7.5
27
7.2
300
8.8
28
8.8
326
8.7
28
8.9
326
Agentic AI - Accounting
8.6
14
8.4
299
General Ledger
8.6
161
8.6
681
|
Verified
8.0
153
8.2
636
|
Verified
8.6
166
8.5
650
|
Verified
Accounts Receivable
8.5
169
8.7
701
|
Verified
8.2
157
8.4
601
8.1
137
8.2
616
|
Verified
Accounts Payable
8.2
149
8.5
596
8.6
171
8.7
652
|
Verified
8.3
140
8.5
623
|
Verified
Invoice Generation
Not enough data
8.7
233
Not enough data
9.0
232
Not enough data
9.0
227
Invoice Processing
Not enough data
8.7
225
Not enough data
8.7
224
Not enough data
8.4
222
Not enough data
9.0
232
Analytics
Not enough data
9.0
224
Not enough data
8.6
226
Not enough data
8.3
212
Not enough data
8.8
227
Integration
Not enough data
9.1
236
Not enough data
8.9
229
Not enough data
8.3
218
Not enough data
8.6
229
Agentic AI - Invoice Management
Not enough data
8.6
133
Not enough data
8.5
134
Not enough data
8.4
135
Multichannel inventory management
Not enough data
8.9
89
Not enough data
8.9
89
Not enough data
8.7
89
3PL inventory management
Not enough data
9.0
89
Not enough data
8.9
89
Not enough data
8.8
88
Inventory Management
Not enough data
9.1
90
Not enough data
8.9
89
Not enough data
8.9
87
Not enough data
8.9
88
Not enough data
9.3
88
Inventory Management Platform Features
Not enough data
9.2
94
Not enough data
9.2
95
Not enough data
8.9
94
Not enough data
8.9
91
Not enough data
8.9
91
Not enough data
9.2
95
Not enough data
9.0
93
Not enough data
9.3
92
Not enough data
9.4
94
Not enough data
9.4
94
Bill Generation
Not enough data
8.5
214
Not enough data
8.8
218
Not enough data
8.8
219
Bill Processing
Not enough data
8.3
210
Not enough data
8.5
211
Not enough data
8.7
214
Integration
Not enough data
8.9
223
Not enough data
8.7
217
Not enough data
8.1
205
Agentic AI - Billing
Not enough data
8.6
124
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
QuickBooks Online Advanced and Xero are categorized as Accounting
Unique Categories
QuickBooks Online Advanced has no unique categories
Xero is categorized as Invoice Management, Inventory Control, Expense Management, Billing, and Nonprofit Accounting
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
QuickBooks Online Advanced
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Xero
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Accounting
29.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
8.2%
Construction
8.2%
Information Technology and Services
4.1%
Retail
3.2%
Other
46.8%
Accounting
20.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.4%
Computer Software
6.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.8%
Construction
3.2%
Other
55.8%
Discussions
What is the best way to keep the session active on a laptop?
1 Comment
YW
leave the window open. Also, I find with Microsoft edge less authenticating is required making it easy to log in. Read more
What is the best way to track inventory?
1 Comment
YW
I would also, Please let me know what system you use, I have been looking for something for some time now.
Plz and ty. Read more
What is QBO advanced?
1 Comment
BR
QBO Advanced is a certification you can get through the QuickBooks Online Accountant training modules. If means you have an deeper
or more "advanced"...Read more
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