HMRC-recognised for MTD ITSA
QuickBooks (Sole Trader Plus / Simple Start)
A mainstream MTD option for a sole trade or a single property, with mobile record entry. Mixed income needs separate accounts and a confirmed combined price.
MTD-ready since 6 April 2026 · Web / iOS / Android
Its current entry first appeared in HMRC's software list data on 23 January 2026. See the HMRC list timeline for what that date means.
The situations where QuickBooks (Sole Trader Plus / Simple Start) is most likely to make sense
Sole traders or single-property landlords, landlords who want a lower-priced mainstream option, and people who do most of their bookkeeping on a phone.
What the published plan prices look like
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Trader Plus | £10/mo | excl. VAT; regular monthly price for one business; trial or introductory offers may apply |
| Simple Start | £16/mo | excl. VAT; regular monthly price for one business; VAT tools and payroll add-on eligibility |
| Essentials | £38/mo | excl. VAT; regular monthly price for one business |
| Plus | £56/mo | excl. VAT; regular monthly price for one business |
| Advanced | £123/mo | excl. VAT; regular monthly price for one business |
A note before you decide
Regular monthly prices are shown excluding VAT. Intuit advertises 90% off for six months for eligible new customers. Its setup guidance requires a separate account for each business or property income source. Combined subscription costs were not confirmed, so the selector does not recommend QuickBooks for mixed income. Joint-property support also remains unconfirmed.
The practical features that matter for MTD use
The figures on this page were last checked against QuickBooks (Sole Trader Plus / Simple Start)’s own site on 12 September 2026. Prices exclude VAT unless stated, and they can change, so confirm the current details with the provider before subscribing. Read how Acrenvo compares products.