QuickBooks Self-Employed Alternative for Canadians
QuickBooks Self-Employed is being phased out in several regions, and many users are being moved to QuickBooks Online, a full small-business accounting product. If you only need T2125, GST/HST and receipts, a lighter tool built for Canadian sole proprietors may fit better.
QuickBooks Self-Employed vs PlanTaxes.Pro
| QuickBooks Self-Employed | PlanTaxes.Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Was built for freelancers; users are being moved to QuickBooks Online (full small-business accounting) | Self-employed Canadians filing form T2125 (sole proprietors, freelancers, side-hustlers) |
| Price | See their site | From $20/month; 1 year −10%, 2 years −30% (launch November 27, 2026) |
| Status | Phased out in some regions — check whether it is still offered for your account | |
| Canadian tax estimate | See their site | Federal + provincial tax + CPP/QPP with the brackets of each year (2020–2026), every province |
| GST/HST | See their site | Collected vs paid (ITCs) and lines 101, 108 and 109; GST/HST added automatically on business purchases |
| Receipts | See their site | Reads Gmail (read-only) for bills and payments across all folders |
| Invoices | See their site | Invoices with your logo, discounts, estimates → invoices |
| Mileage | See their site | CRA-style mileage log |
Competitor details from the sources below, checked October 27, 2026; prices change, so confirm on their site. QuickBooks Self-Employed is a trademark of its owner; PlanTaxes.Pro is not affiliated with it.
When QuickBooks Self-Employed is the better choice
If you need full small-business accounting — payroll, several employees, inventory and a balance sheet — a full product like QuickBooks Online fits better than a self-employed tool.
When PlanTaxes.Pro fits better
- You are a sole proprietor and want your T2125 and the tax to set aside, by province and year.
- Your receipts live in Gmail and you want them found and sorted for you.
- You want GST/HST lines ready when you file.
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Questions
Is QuickBooks Self-Employed discontinued in Canada?
It has been phased out in some regions and users are being moved to QuickBooks Online. Check your Intuit account for the current status.
Can I import my data into PlanTaxes.Pro?
Yes — export your transactions as CSV or bank statements and use Import Data.