Still using QuickBooks Desktop? You’ve got a decision to make. With Intuit sunsetting Quickbooks Desktop after May 2026, a lot of businesses are about to hit the same crossroads. 

What’s happening to the QuickBooks software?

After 31 May 2026, Intuit will stop selling QuickBooks Desktop and end support for existing versions. Existing customers will still be able to use the software for now.

In practice, that means the Intuit software will continue to run and technically be usable. However, it will no longer be updated, supported, or receive crucial security updates moving forward.

That’s why many businesses are now looking to move away from QuickBooks Desktop and switch to an alternative accounting software provider that better supports how they work today.

Don’t stand still because your software does

QuickBooks Desktop isn’t disappearing overnight. But once support ends, that’s it. No updates. No fixes. No help when something goes wrong.

For some businesses, that risk is manageable. For others, it’s the sign it’s time to move on and explore QuickBooks alternatives. Either way, it leaves a clear decision about what comes next.

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Crunch Plus: Your QuickBooks alternative

If you’re thinking of switching before Intuit sunsets QuickBooks Desktop, the question becomes what to move to without adding more admin, stress, or disruption.

Crunch Plus is built for exactly that moment. It’s accounting software designed for busy business owners, available from just £10+VAT a month.

Crunch Plus features you’re going to wonder how you lived without

Once you’ve made the switch, it’s the small things that stand out. The bits that quietly remove friction from your day and make managing your finances feel a lot easier.

Real-time visibility over your tax

No more waiting until the end of the year to find out your tax liability. Our Personal Tax Estimator keeps everything updated as you go, so you can wave goodbye to surprise tax bills. 

Built for MTD IT and MTD VAT compliance

QuickBooks users will also need to think carefully about compliance as MTD for Income Tax has only recently rolled out and support for QuickBooks software is phased out.

Crunch Plus is built with MTD IT and MTD VAT in mind, handling the heavy lifting so compliance feels straightforward rather than stressful. 

We also have accounting plans for ongoing support, or you can pay a small fee for a one-off call with a Crunch qualified accountant. 

Move your business history in seconds

Our Bulk Importer lets you upload expenses and invoices in bulk, so you can get set up quickly without slowing down. It’s also useful if you need to catch on that admin you’ve been putting off. 

Auto reconcile those pesky expenses

Use Auto-Match to reconcile hundreds of transactions in a single click. Less manual checking, more time spent actually running your business.

Invoicing that actually helps you get paid

Send invoices in seconds, set up recurring invoices, and take the admin out of repeat billing. You can also add automated payment reminders for overdue invoices, so you’re not left awkwardly following up. 

Clients can also pay directly through a “Pay Now” button, using a range of payment methods, making it quicker and easier for them to settle what they owe. Less chasing, fewer awkward reminders, and more time back in your day.
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A simpler way to make the switch

If you’re looking to switch before Intuit sunsets QuickBooks Desktop, this is the point where things usually feel more complicated than they need to be.

Crunch Plus keeps it straightforward. You get set up, bring your accounting across, and carry on without reinventing how you run things.

No long-winded setup process, no disruption to your day-to-day life, just a clear next step.

Make the switch.

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