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Accounting apps make it easier to manage your company's money. We've evaluated the top options based on customizability, usability, value, and more to help you find the best accounting software for your small business.

Paying employees accurately and promptly is one of the most critical—and challenging—parts of running a small business. We test and rate the best payroll services to help you choose the right one for your needs.

QuickBooks has been a staple in small business accounting since the early 2000s, while Xero has quickly gained traction as a strong competitor. After years of experience with both platforms, I'm here to tell you which accounting app is best suited to managing your company's money.

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Accounting software can help you keep track of the money going in and out of your small business more accurately and effectively than any manual method. Here's what you need to consider before choosing the best app for your needs.

Whether you're a sole proprietor or own a microbusiness, you don’t need to spend a lot of money to manage your finances. Check out the best accounting software we've tested that costs $20 or less per month.

The intuitive Homebase platform offers many of the payroll, scheduling, and time tracking tools that small, service-based businesses need, though it's pricey and could provide more depth in some areas.

QuickBooks Payroll has excellent, easy-to-use tools for managing employees and payroll tasks, though it works best in conjunction with QuickBooks Online.

The cost-effective Patriot Software Payroll offers capable, understandable payroll processing and top-notch support for new and experienced managers.

Square Payroll works well with the other labor management apps in the company's ecosystem and handles payroll runs capably, but it doesn't offer many deep features or customization options.

ADP RUN is a premium and scalable payroll service that puts extremely detailed employee records and flexible reports into a top-notch interface on desktop and mobile.

Gusto’s state-of-the-art user experience and intuitive payroll and HR tools make it a strong choice for small businesses that are willing to pay a premium for excellence.

OnPay is a superb payroll solution for businesses of all sizes, thanks to its affordable pricing, excellent support resources, responsive performance, and user-friendly interface.

Both FreshBooks and QuickBooks have earned our Editors' Choice award, but for very different reasons. We help you decide which accounting service is right for your business.

Intuit's user-friendly QuickBooks Solopreneur provides one-person businesses with basic bookkeeping tools, though it could use more reports and financial management features.

Sage 50 Accounting is an exceptionally robust desktop accounting application with advanced inventory tracking, comprehensive financial tools, and thorough reports.

It now charges a modest fee for features that used to be free, but Wave's approachable design and reworked mobile apps still make it a worthy choice for very small businesses.

Zoho Books provides businesses with a generous set of accounting tools that offer exceptional depth and versatility for a competitive price.

Patriot Software Accounting is particularly appealing for start-ups and small businesses thanks to its affordability and robust support options, though its capabilities don't go far beyond the basics.