Xero

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Cloud-based accounting software for small businesses

About Xero

Xero is a global small business platform with 3.95 million subscribers which includes core accounting, payroll, workforce management, expenses and projects. Xero also has an extensive ecosystem of connected apps and connections to banks and other financial institutions, helping small businesses access a range of solutions from within its open platform to help them run their business and manage their finances. Xero is a FIFA Women’s Football partner.

About Xero accounting software

Xero provides small business owners, accountants and bookkeepers with powerful online accounting software and access to up-to-date financial data. It’s designed to make life better for small businesses, their advisors and communities around the world. It connects businesses with their bank, their advisor, accounting tools, payment services and third-party apps, so everything is securely available at any time, on any device.
Benefits for small businesses
Xero’s beautiful, easy-to-use small business accounting software automates and streamlines many day-to-day tasks, including bank reconciliation, quoting, invoicing, making and collecting payments, tax, managing employees, expenses, projects and payroll. Businesses can view up-to-date numbers on the Xero dashboard, in reports, and in analytics. It’s easy for businesses to see how they’re tracking, stay in control of cash flow and make informed decisions.
Because Xero is cloud-based, businesses can work with their data easily from anywhere as well as collaborate with their accountant and bookkeeper. Many features are available on mobile, so people can run their business on the go.

Support and learning

Xero’s offers free 24/7 support, learning, and discussions at Xero Central, backed by a team of expert support staff. Customers are also invited to put forward and vote on product ideas.

Responsible data use commitments

Xero takes a defense-in-depth approach to protecting its systems and customer data. Data is protected by multiple layers of security, including encryption when it’s transferred and stored, and subject to strict privacy controls. Xero uses multi-factor authentication; software updates are free; and Xero does regular data backups.

Xero is certified as compliant with ISO/IEC 27001:2013, complies with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, and produces Service Organization Control (SOC 2) reports.

Xero App Store

Xero connects with more than 1000 third-party apps designed to solve everyday business challenges, get data flowing between Xero and other apps, and provide a more complete view of how a business is performing. The Xero App Store is the place to easily find, try and connect apps that are certified by Xero and reviewed by users.

Pricing plans and free trial

Xero offers a free trial of its accounting software for 30 days, and a range of pricing plans designed to suit different needs. Subscriptions to Xero are invoiced monthly.
Accountants and bookkeepers get free access to Xero online accounting software and to Xero HQ when they sign up (for free) as Xero partners.
Xero for accountants and bookkeepers
Accountants and bookkeepers gain access to smart practice management software with tools for streamlined workflows, efficient compliance, and a cloud-based single accounting ledger for every client. They can collaborate within Xero with their colleagues or with clients, automate manual tasks, and access client records at any time.
Xero’s integrated practice management software includes Xero HQ, Xero Practice Manager, Xero Workpapers and Xero Tax.

Xero the company

Xero is a global company with offices in seven countries and over 3.95 million subscribers. It’s a leader in online accounting across New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom, and has won multiple awards for its software and services. Xero is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).


Key benefits of Xero

  • Keep accounting data safe and secure.
  • Access accounts online anytime from anywhere, even on the go using mobile devices (iPhone/iPad/Android) or tablet.
  • Get better visibility on cashflow with real-time data.
  • Reduce the time spent keeping accounts up to date.
  • Software updates are free and available when users log in.
  • Collaborate with the whole team and an accountant. Users decide what each person can see.
  • Seamless accounting and payroll in the US (selected states), UK, Australia and New Zealand.

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    Reviews

    Overall rating

    4.4 /5
    (3,108)
    Value for Money
    4.2/5
    Features
    4.3/5
    Ease of Use
    4.3/5
    Customer Support
    4.0/5

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    Vinay
    Vinay
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    • Industry: Accounting
    • Company size: 2–10 Employees
    • Used Daily for 1+ year
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    Xero keep accounting stress zero

    Reviewed on 2024/09/18

    Since 2022 i use this software over all it is a good software for small business. It is easy to use...

    Since 2022 i use this software over all it is a good software for small business. It is easy to use no need to learn shortcut.

    Pros

    Its user-friendly interface and cloud based platform features. I can do the accounting anywhere

    Cons

    I love this software but one thing xero can improve which is some time its buffering

    Joyce
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    • Industry: Broadcast Media
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    A Fine And Easy To Use Platform

    Reviewed on 2024/12/10

    It saves time a lot because I can integrate it and use it to cover my financial solutions.

    It saves time a lot because I can integrate it and use it to cover my financial solutions.

    Pros

    It has an active customer support team. It is an easy to use software and it has a user-friendly interface. It is a simple platform to use. It is an all-in-one platform that I use to manage my financial payment solutions.

    Cons

    It has nothing that seems to be wrong with Xero.

    Marquerette
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    • Industry: Accounting
    • Company size: Self Employed
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

    Do ot use Xero acciunt if you will need support

    Reviewed on 2024/08/27

    Fairly satisfactory, I had an issue with updating my payment details but there was an issue and...

    Fairly satisfactory, I had an issue with updating my payment details but there was an issue and support was useless.

    Pros

    REDUCED TIME-RELATED TO DATA CAPTURING and cloud-based - no backup needed or software updates

    Cons

    The support is very basic and no real solutions are provided. If you have an issue with Xero - you are on your own!!!!

    Alternatives Considered

    Sage 300cloud

    Reasons for Choosing Xero

    Xero is expensive and support in pretty useless

    Switched From

    Sage Accounting

    Reasons for Switching to Xero

    I like the option that capturing is easy
    Kieran
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    • Industry: Financial Services
    • Company size: Self Employed
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    Useful way to track your business' performance

    Reviewed on 2024/10/21

    Xero has been a useful tool for my business for the past 8+ years, and I use it in conjuction with...

    Xero has been a useful tool for my business for the past 8+ years, and I use it in conjuction with my accountant to keep track of my business accounts. It's a handy way to code account transactions, and also see how my business is performing.

    Pros

    Super easy to track and stay on top of my business financials.

    Cons

    It can be hard to get help and support, and also to set up new reports.

    Alternatives Considered

    MYOB Business

    Reasons for Switching to Xero

    My account recommended it, and was a requirement to work with them.
    Brigitte Lesley
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    • Industry: Market Research
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

    Good for processing; reporting function needs improvement

    Reviewed on 2024/12/09

    Processing is easy, but reporting is very time consuming.

    Processing is easy, but reporting is very time consuming.

    Pros

    The app allows you to upload receipts so easily

    Cons

    Unable to automate sending reports to senior management. This is a real pain, I have to manual send regular reports to people which is time consuming.

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    Xero FAQs

    Below are some frequently asked questions for Xero.

    Xero offers the following pricing plans:

    • Starting from: US$20.00/month
    • Pricing model: Subscription
    • Free Trial: Available

    Xero has the following typical customers:

    Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500

    Xero supports the following languages:

    English

    Xero supports the following devices:

    Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)

    Xero integrates with the following applications:

    Accelo, Actionstep, ActiveCollab, Acuity Scheduling, Administrate Training Management, Adobe Commerce, Agile CRM, ApprovalMax, AroFlo, AutoEntry, Batchbook, BigCommerce, BlueFolder, Buildertrend, Capsule, Chargebee, Chaser, Checkfront, Checkmybooks, Chrometa, Cin7 Core, Cin7 Omni, ClicData, Clio, Constant Contact, Copper, CreditorWatch Collect, Current RMS, CustomerSure, Cyfe, Datamolino, Deputy, Dext, Dryrun, EZRentOut, Ecwid, Emburse Nexonia, Entryless, Epos Now, Everhour, Expensify, Exsalerate CRM, Fathom, Fergus, FieldAware, Financial Driver, Fishbowl, Float, Float Cash Flow, FreshBooks, Freshdesk, Futrli, GeoOp, Google Workspace, Grow, Harvest, Hike, Hotelogix, Hubdoc, Ignition, Insightly, InvoiceSherpa, JobAdder, Kickserv, Klips, LivePlan, MRPeasy, Mailchimp, Manu Online, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Power BI, Mindbody, MinuteDock, Nobly, OnePageCRM, Onsight, Operations Hub, Panalitix, PandaDoc, PayPal, Payment Evolution, Payoneer, Pepperi, Plooto, Podio, ProWorkflow, ProfitSee, Proposify, QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Time, Quoter, Quotient, Qvinci, Qwilr, Re-Leased, Rydoo, Sage 50cloud Accounting, Sage Accounting, SalesSeek, Sapaad, Satago, ServiceM8, Shoeboxed, Shopify, Simple Salon, Simpro, Solve CRM, Spotler CRM, Spotlight Reporting, Square Point of Sale, Starshipit, Streamtime, Stripe, SugarCRM, Synchroteam, Synergy, Tabology EPOS, Tallie, Tidy, Time Tracker, TimeCamp, Timely, Tradify, Trigger, Unleashed, Veeqo, WORKetc, WooCommerce, Workato, WorkflowMax, XEDI Web EDI, XO Cashflow, ZENOTI, Zahara, Zapier, Zendesk Sell, Zoho Analytics, Zoho Books, Zoho CRM, authorize.net, ezyCollect, ezyVet, vWorkApp, webexpenses

    Xero offers the following support options:

    Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat

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