Sage Accounting review
Full cloud accounting · by Sage · HMRC-recognised
Established accounting software with strong accountant support and phone help. Pricier than most here, no surprises.
Our verdict
Sage is the establishment choice — decades-old, with proper UK phone support that most rivals don't offer, and an accountant network that knows it inside out. There's a single entry plan covering MTD. It's at the pricier end and unflashy; you're paying for support and familiarity rather than the lowest sticker price.
At a glance
- Self-employment
- Yes
- Property / rent
- Yes
- Keeps your spreadsheet
- No
- Accountant access
- Yes
- Price verified
- 2026-08-03
- HMRC status
- Recognised
Plans & true annual cost
| Plan | Self-emp. | Property | Per year (incl. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|
Accounting Start Entry cloud plan covering MTD for Income Tax. | ✓ | ✓ | £288/yr £240/yr ex-VAT |
Offer: 90% off for the first 6 months.
Pros & cons
What's good
- Genuine UK phone support — rare at this price
- Long-established; many accountants already use Sage
- Single, straightforward entry plan covering MTD for Income Tax
- Full accounting features and agent access
What's not
- Mid-priced — cheaper full-accounting and bridging options exist
- One entry tier, so less room to start smaller
Who it's for
- People who want UK phone support
- Those whose accountant uses Sage
…and who should look elsewhere
- Bargain hunters — bridging and free-tier tools cost far less
- People who never phone support and just want the cheapest fit
- Spreadsheet-only filers
Common mistakes to avoid
- Paying for Sage's support if you'll never use it
- Comparing its ex-VAT price to a VAT-inclusive rival
- Overlooking cheaper full-accounting tools that have free tiers
Frequently asked questions
- Is Sage Accounting good for MTD for Income Tax?
- Yes — it's HMRC-recognised and its entry plan covers MTD for both self-employment and property income.
- Does Sage offer phone support?
- Yes — UK phone support is one of its main draws over cheaper rivals.
- Is Sage the cheapest option?
- No — it's at the pricier end of this list. If price is your priority, see the bridging and free-tier alternatives.
- Can my accountant use Sage?
- Yes, and many UK accountants already do.
Alternatives to consider
More modern interface, similarly accountant-friendly.
Full accounting with a free tier if budget matters.
Cheaper and simpler if you don't need Sage's depth.
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Pricing for Sage Accounting was last verified on 3 August 2026 against the vendor's page; the catalogue was reconciled 3 August 2026. Its cheapest plan's true annual cost is £288/year. Links are affiliate links and never affect ranking. Not affiliated with HMRC; not tax advice.