GPS-based trip logging captures business miles without manual entry.
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QuickBooks Solopreneur
quickbooks.intuit.com Free tierQuickBooks Solopreneur (formerly Self-Employed) is Intuit's accounting app for independent workers with mileage tracking and TurboTax integration.
The verdict
QuickBooks Solopreneur is the right choice for solo agents committed to the Intuit/TurboTax ecosystem. The limited free plan covers basic tracking, while Lite at $20/month adds unlimited invoices, receipts, and mileage; budget-conscious agents who need more tax-planning depth should compare Hurdlr Premium.
01 — Overview
What QuickBooks Solopreneur is, and isn't.
QuickBooks Solopreneur is the replacement for the discontinued QuickBooks Self-Employed. Designed for independent contractors and self-employed professionals, it provides expense tracking, mileage logging, and quarterly tax estimates. For real estate agents, the standout feature remains automatic mileage tracking via GPS, which captures driving to showings, open houses, and client meetings without manual entry.
The tight integration with TurboTax remains the key differentiator. Your categorized expenses, mileage, and Schedule C data transfer directly to TurboTax for filing, reducing reconciliation time and potential errors. However, the TurboTax subscription is now a separate purchase starting at $169/year, rather than a bundled subscription as it was with the old Self-Employed product.
Solopreneur now has a limited free plan, while Lite costs $20/month. The paid tier is pricier than alternatives like Hurdlr Premium ($9.99/month) but benefits from the Intuit brand recognition and ecosystem. Keep in mind this is purpose-built for solo operators. Teams, payroll, or double-entry accounting require upgrading to QuickBooks Online.
02 — Features ◆ standout
10 features, scored.
The 4 marked ◆ are why we rate QuickBooks Solopreneur a 4.1 overall.
Schedule C data transfers directly to TurboTax for one-click tax filing (TurboTax purchased separately starting at $169/year).
Calculates estimated quarterly payments to avoid underpayment penalties.
Auto-categorizes and matches receipts to transactions.
Smart categorization learns your spending patterns for Schedule C deductions.
Connect bank accounts and credit cards for automatic transaction import.
Organizes expenses into IRS Schedule C categories for tax filing.
Reminders for quarterly estimated tax payment deadlines.
Separate business and personal finances within a single interface.
Full-featured iOS and Android apps for on-the-go expense and mileage tracking.
03 — Verdict at a glance
What we like — and where it falls short.
Pros
- +Limited free plan for basic invoicing, receipts, mileage, and expense tracking
- +Direct TurboTax integration saves hours at tax time
- +Automatic GPS mileage tracking is reliable and accurate
- +Quarterly tax estimates help avoid underpayment penalties
- +Strong brand recognition and Intuit ecosystem support
- +Simple interface designed for non-accountants
Cons
- −Lite costs $20/month and has no published annual price
- −TurboTax now sold separately ($169+/year) instead of bundled
- −Not suitable for teams or agents who need payroll
- −More expensive than Hurdlr Premium for similar features
04 — Pricing
2 tiers. Pick the plan that matches your volume.
Prices below are as listed publicly Feb 2026. Verify on the official pricing page before committing — vendor pages change more often than our quarterly re-checks.
Free Most pick this
Free
- Up to 2 invoices per month
- Up to 2 receipt uploads per month
- Up to 5 mileage trips per month
- Manage 1 contractor
- Track income and expenses
- Accept payments
Lite
$20 / mo
- Everything in Free
- Unlimited invoices, receipts, and mileage
- Manage up to 3 contractors
- Automated bill pay
- Automated sales and sales tax
- Mobile app and app integrations
05 — Integrations
What it talks to, out of the box.
Direct integrations marked first; Zapier and Make cover the long tail.
TurboTax
PayPal
Square
Stripe
Wise
Zapier: yes
06 — Top alternative
If QuickBooks Solopreneur isn't the right shape.
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Hurdlr
Hurdlr is the best budget option for agents who want continuous tax visibility and automatic mileage tracking. At $9.99/month for Premium (or $100/year), it costs about half of QuickBooks Solopreneur while offering superior real-time tax estimates and GPS mileage tracking.
07 — Frequently asked
Questions every QuickBooks Solopreneur shopper asks.
What happened to QuickBooks Self-Employed?
QuickBooks Self-Employed was discontinued and replaced by QuickBooks Solopreneur. The QBSE mobile app was removed from the App Store in March 2024. Existing QBSE subscribers can continue using it or migrate to Solopreneur. New customers can only sign up for Solopreneur.
How much does QuickBooks Solopreneur cost in 2026?
QuickBooks Solopreneur has a limited Free plan at $0 and a Lite plan at $20/month. Intuit currently advertises Lite at 50% off for the first 3 months. No annual Lite price is publicly listed, and a 30-day trial is available.
Is the TurboTax bundle still available?
No. The old Self-Employed Tax Bundle ($25/month) and Live Tax Bundle ($35/month) have been discontinued. Tax filing via TurboTax is now a separate one-time purchase starting at $169/year. QuickBooks Live Tax with CPA access costs additional.
How does QuickBooks Solopreneur compare to Hurdlr?
Solopreneur costs $20/month versus Hurdlr Premium at $8/month. Both offer GPS mileage tracking. Solopreneur's advantage is TurboTax integration; Hurdlr's advantage is real-time tax estimates and lower price. Choose Solopreneur for the Intuit ecosystem, Hurdlr for budget-conscious tax planning.
Can I use QuickBooks Solopreneur with my team?
No. Solopreneur is designed for solo operators only. Teams need QuickBooks Online (Simple Start or higher) for multi-user access, payroll, and double-entry accounting.
Does QuickBooks Solopreneur track commission income?
You can manually enter commission payments or connect your bank account to import deposits. It categorizes income for Schedule C but doesn't have real estate-specific commission tracking with splits and referral fees like RealtyZam.