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QuickBooks

Full cloud accounting · by Intuit · HMRC-recognised

from £144/yr
true annual cost, VAT incl.

Widely used cloud accounting. The £10 Sole Trader plan covers self-employment and a single rental property if you're not VAT-registered; Simple Start adds VAT.

At a glance

Self-employment
Yes
Property / rent
Yes
Keeps your spreadsheet
No
Accountant access
Yes
Price verified
2026-06-24
HMRC status
Recognised

Plans & true annual cost

PlanSelf-emp.PropertyPer year (incl. VAT)
Sole Trader
For sole traders and single-property landlords who aren't VAT-registered.
£144/yr
£120/yr ex-VAT
Simple Start
Adds VAT and multiple income sources; often £1.60/mo for the first 6 months.
£230.40/yr
£192/yr ex-VAT

Best for

  • Sole traders and single-property landlords on a budget
  • People who want a big app ecosystem

Pricing for QuickBooks was last verified on 24 June 2026 against the vendor's page; the catalogue was reconciled 24 June 2026. The cheapest plan that covers a typical sole trader or landlord is £144/year. Links are affiliate links and never affect ranking. Not affiliated with HMRC; not tax advice.