QuickBooks (Sole Trader / Simple Start)
Cheapest mainstream entry point for MTD ITSA, mobile-first, good for a single property or sole-trade income alongside light rental income.
HMRC-recognised for MTD ITSA · MTD-ready since 6 April 2026 · Web / iOS / Android
Who it actually suits
Sole traders with 1 property, landlords who want the lowest mainstream price, and people who do all their bookkeeping on a phone.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Trader | £10/mo | excl. VAT; replaces the retired QuickBooks Self-Employed plan; frequent heavy first-6-months discounts |
| Simple Start | £16/mo | excl. VAT; adds VAT tools and payroll add-on eligibility |
Worth knowing before you buy
Prices rose in January 2026. Sole Trader handles one property alongside trade income, but there is no dedicated multi-property or joint-ownership tooling — it isn't built for portfolio landlords.
Feature coverage
Every figure on this page was last checked against QuickBooks (Sole Trader / Simple Start)’s own site on 5 July 2026. Prices exclude VAT unless stated and change often — confirm with the provider before subscribing.