Business Accounting Software Users -- Opinions Needed, Please

I'm looking to switch my small business accounting software from an older, Windows version of QuickBooks to my Mac. My initial thought was simply to buy QuickBooks Pro 2006 for Mac, but I've read many negative reviews of the software. The only viable alternative seems to be MYOB software, but I've not read many good reviews of that product, either.
Could those of you who are currently using your Mac for small business accounting please share your experience. What program you use, pros and cons, etc. I'm looking for fairly basic software that will allow me to do invoicing, some bill paying, electronic tracking of my checking account.
Thanks for any input.
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Hi, Jim.
I wrote my own in FileMaker Pro.
Macworld recently published a brief online review of MYOB's AccountEdge 2006 and FirstEdge 2.0, as well as QuickBooks Pro 2006. The MYOB products edge out QuickBooks Pro in their review. Click here to read the reviews.
My Mac-using friends and clients prefer MYOB products, especially when they also have accounting backgrounds. QuickBooks Pro is generally considered the easier to use, but those I've talked with who have accounting backgrounds consider it a bit too "dumbed down" for their tastes and see MYOB's offerings as worth the setup and some learning for the functions provided.
Last I checked, both firms had "try before you buy" offers, enabling you to "test drive" each and decide for yourself. Often it's better to test-drive the applications yourself rather than rely on any review or recommendation.
MYOB and QuickBooks are the heavy-hitters in this market segment. You might find other shareware or commercial solutions by searching MacUpdate or Version Tracker. The user-submitted reviews accompanying the listings on those sites can be helpful in sorting the wheat from the chaff.
Good luck!
Dr. Smoke
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