QuickBooks Pro 2006 [OLD VERSION]
by Intuit, Inc.
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Software Reviews of QuickBooks Pro 2006 [OLD VERSION]
Customer Review: I could just kiss Intuit
Summary: 4 Stars
Yes, I see that plenty of other reviewers absolutely hate this software. But after the nightmarish ordeal I had with Peachtree Complete Accounting, this software package looks like the Old Country Buffet would look to a starving man.
My two biggest complaints are A) that I had to get on the phone with one of those "outsourced" operators and spend fifteen minutes having to register the product that way, instead of the old-fashioned "over the internet" way!?! Has Quickbooks not heard of this novel innovation called the internet? Hello, Intuit...a lot of people are trying to register this AT WORK DURING BUSINESS HOURS while fielding phone calls on lines 1, 2 and 3 and having a customer walk in and ask for a quote.
My other major peeve is that in order to download your bank statements directly to Quickbooks, your bank has to "participate." Well, my company's bank doesn't, so here I am, typing 6 months of statements, but first I'm going to finish typing this review. Still, no matter what, I just have to keep reminding myself that it is still so much better than the rigid, inflexible, "You will do as I say" set-up of Peachtree.
This product is made for people such as myself, who may not have a strong background in accounting and who don't really have the time or the need to enter tons upon tons of trivial information, such as how our electric and water will be shipped to our business!
Navigation is easy. Entering bills, checks and deposits is simple. Reconciling is quite the treat. But being able to see my company's huge list of unpaid bills is quite the horror! Adding vendors, products/prices and customers is a snap. I haven't gotten involved with setting up invoices or quotes yet, but surely again, it couldn't possibly be anywhere as horrible as Peachtree. Now let us never, ever mention the word "Peachtree" again.
So until somebody comes up with something better, I'm happy enough with this. It could be better, but in this world of mediocrity, if it ain't bad, it's good enough!
Customer Review: Quickbooks 2006 Payroll - Poor Product - Bad Support
Summary: 1 Stars
It seems that QuickBooks 2006 Payroll has major bugs that can cause database corruption. When this occurs, you must first pay for Intuit's customer support (even though they acknowledge that it is their problem). You then spend much time trying to understand what the support person is saying as their English is very poor.
The outcome is this:
The support people will not escalate your problem, nor will they let you talk to a manager. They do not return phone calls or e-mails within the time frame that they tell you. Most times, they do not call you back at all. It takes them a minimum of 2 weeks before they will look at trying to repair your database (This was stated repeatedly by their support people - Ragu). If you need to run a payroll program for your company, DO NOT select this product as there is no support for you if you have a database problem. This translates into you not being able to pay your employees within the normal payroll period that they expect from your company.
I only hope that this issue comes back to haunt them in the future when they are looking for new customers and receive no demand for their products from the public.
Customer Review: Slow !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Summary: 2 Stars
Anyone who gives Quickbooks Pro 2006 a good review has not used a prior version of Quickbooks. The slowness of the 2006 version over previous versions is significant.Customer Review: A Minor Upgrade
Summary: 3 Stars
Sadly Quickbooks 2006 is only a minor upgrade from Quickbooks 2003. Users should also be aware that they will be forced to upgrade this software. at considerable expense, every 3 years. Also payroll services are not included and cost $150.00 more PER year. See "QuickBooks Standard Payroll Subscription" on Amazon.
The upgrade from Quickbooks Pro 2003 went very smoothly. Unfortunately the software, with no notification to the user, adds a second user to the XP operating system, necessitating logging on as a particular user when your computer boots.
We've found no real benefits from this "upgrade". The software boots much slower thanks to the DOUBLING of the company file. New users may find the redesigned home page useful and despite a great deal of verbage - that is about all that is new here.
New users should take advantage of the 30 days of free support - after that Quicken's dubious support is very high priced.
Quicken's business model is important to understand. They do not tweak their software, from year to year, for increased useability. The only changes that Quicken seems to devote their programming talent toward are new features, some well implemented and some poorly implemented - I don't think it matters to them - anything that will suggest a reason to purchase or upgrade the software. How easy the software could function on a day to day basis seems to be never given a thought.
Secondly Quicken expects your purchase of this software to be the first of many purchases from them. New business owners often will need expert help to set it up. Quicken, will of course, provide you with the name of a certified Quickbooks consultant, who for a fee, will set up the software. The software now comes with an on screen tutorial that may help some new users but it seemed less than complete.
New business owners should test all competing software to see what works best for them. Quickbooks is not bad software but it doesn't seem to evolve in a manner that is really sensitive to user's needs.
New users should also be aware that Quickbooks update feature routinely downloads very sizeable files that seem to do little if anything. A high speed internet connection is strongly suggested.
Customer Review: Expected better
Summary: 1 Stars
I have been using Quickbooks for a while now and I must say I would not choose this product again. The only reason one might consider it is that third parties such as accountants seem to be familiar with it, making review easier.
One thing that really burns me is what would be so difficult about having payroll built into the system without the monthly fees. Yes, the withholding laws may change, but my accountant can keep me aprised of any changes I need to make. The monthly fee structure for payroll is a first class ripoff.