Mac accounting software like quickbooks

Is there Mac software that is like quick books? Something for small home business that could be passed on to my accountant when necessary?
I had Quicken on my old desk top, my Mom suggests Quickbooks but I love my Mac! Want the best to work with it.

The reviews at the link provided by jbg2u are for Windows accounting software.
We are a medical clinic that also sells medical equipment, and our main goal at the time was to have an inventory function for serialized items - our practice management software (eClinicalWorks) didn't do inventory.
Before we purchased QB Enterprise, we looked into Account Edge, since we are a mixed Windows / Mac office. However, my controller at the time wasn't too impressed with the user interface. That was more of a personal prefrence. The deal breaker was that, as an existing QB user (we used QB Premier at the time), Account Edge could not import QB data files. We could switch to AE, but only at the start of a new fiscal year, and only if we were willing to continue using QB to access all past accounting data.
I think that the paucity of Mac OS accounting software choices is a pretty good indicator that most Mac users are very small businesses. By the way, this was Apple's own design to de-emphisize the business market in lieu of the the personal, small biz, cloud, and mobile markets. It's not surprising that most Mac accounting software I've found is designed for personal/small business. Also, QB has probably impeded competition by creating proprietary database files that are nearly impossible for other vendors to import. I'm no fan of Intuit. I hate being tied to one vendor forever because, in this case, I'd rather not supply every employee that needs to access QB with a PC in addition to their iMac. Unfortunately that's just how it is. (sound of Intuit CEO cackling all the way to the bank...)

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Mac accounting software?

Has anyone found a good (and I will take almost anything except Quicken) personal accounting software program for Mac?

Go to the Mac App store and begin looking, there are many apps available. You just have to find one that suits your needs the best. If you don't find one in the store then use Google to search for apps, they're out there.

Operating Accounting software on a MAC

I am looking to purchase an accounting software package (quickbooks or Peachtree) to install on my MAC PRO. Would the PC version work on the MAC or do I need to purchase the MAC version. I would be running it mainly on PC mode.
Please advise.

There is no PC-Mode for Intel Macs.
You can choose to directly boot certain versions of Windows using boot-helper programs like Boot Camp, Parallels, or VMWare, and in that case you are running Windows directly on your Mac. The term "PC-mode" implies to me that there is some sort of emulation going on. There is no emulation -- you are running stock Windows with a couple of extra hardware-specific drivers. It is vulnerable to the same sorts of Internet attacks as any other Windows, so anti-virus software is essential.
Once you have gone through the tedious process of installing Windows from a genuine Windows release disc, you may run the version of Accounting software that runs with the Operating System you expect to be running most often, or be prepared to switch back and forth.
Switching with Boot Camp requires a re-Boot and reselect the single OS (Mac or Windows) you want to run next. If you have enough memory, switching with Parallels and VMWare can be fairly quick, not requiring a re-Boot.
You could also be running any of several varieties of Unix in a similar fashion.

Renewing my .mac account

My .mac account expires like tomorrow. I don't necessarily want to have the same name that I have now, for when I renew my membership for .mac. I would like to use the primary name that I have now as an alias. Is there a way to do this without deleting all my other aliases and emails that I've saved on my primary account now? Or would I have to painstakingly save all those emails on my computer somewhere, give up my other aliases, start from scratch and just create a new account? I couldn't find anything on this on the renew account page. Neeone know? I'd really appreciate it. Thanx!
-Kathryne

You might find this forum might provide a better result to your question. This is the .mac forum
http://discussions.apple.com/category.jspa?categoryID=116

Windows based accounting software QUICK BOOKS can run on Mac OS X Lion??????

windows based accounting software QUICK BOOKS can run on Mac OS X Lion??????

Oops! Sorry pmittal. Completely missed that you said "windows" at the beginning of your post. Thomas is absolutely correct. Intuit is like Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde with QuickBooks. The Windows Pro version is full of features. You pay the same amount for the Mac Pro version, but it is severely crippled in comparison.
Believe it or not, Intuit actually has a company policy that the Mac version will never be feature compatible with the Windows version. How's that for treating paying customers as less than second rate! Wish I were making that up, but it's true. Read the blog link. In particular:
Forget the fact that Intuit’s Mac products have always paled in comparison to their Windows counterparts by missing 90% of the features that Windows users have long enjoyed. Forget the fact that Intuit has worked overtime to make sure that their Mac & Windows products would never be cross-platform compatible (this is an internal corporate rule at Intuit).
And this, later in the article:
Many years before QuickBooks was resurrected for the Mac in 2006, a smug Intuit employee at Macworld Expo told me, “We don’t need to update QuickBooks, because it’s still the No. 1 best-selling accounting package for Mac. Mac users still purchase it, even without any new updates.” Seems like their attitude hasn’t changed much.
I know most folks consider blogs unreliable, but I first read this same information at a much more reliable site, I just can't seem to locate it again.
Despite all that, I do use QuickBooks for Mac. Why? One, that's what I started with for my small business because "QuickBooks" is what you always hear to use. I had no idea at the time how crippled it was. Good news (for me) there is that it does more than everything I need, seeing as how I don't need much for an in-home business. Two, my accountant is much happier when he comes over to finalize entries that he already basically knows the program instead of having to wade through something completely unfamiliar, such as the greatly superior AccountEdge (There are two Mac accounting programs with this exact same name. One is pretty expensive, the other is fairly cheap). The one linked to in the blog is the less expensive version, with the Basic version going for $99.
I'd consider switching, but the other packages can't import QuickBooks data. Or at least not accurately. I have too many years of data invested in QuickBooks to consider trying to switch now. One of the other Mac accounting packages offer (or used to) a service to translate your data at so much per record. Well, with thousands of records, that would cost hundreds of dollars. Forget it. So I'm kind of stuck, like it or not. The only real way out of it is to run Windows in a VM and import my Mac QuickBooks data into the Windows version. But since the Mac version does do all I need, that would be rather pointless.

HT4597 I can no longer access my mac mail in the Mail program - only on icloud. I would like to have both my aol account and mac account in one place like it was. Anything I can do?

I can no longer access my mac mail in the Mail program - only on icloud. I would like to have both my aol account and mac account in one place like it was. Anything I can do?

iCloud's mail server settings are different from MobileMe's. Strictly speaking Lion 10.7.2 is required for iCloud, and on that Mail is set up automatically.
Snow Leopard cannot access most of iCloud's facilities, however you can set Mail up manually to access your email. The method is described here:
http://www.wilmut.webspace.virginmedia.com/notes/icloudmail.html
The situation with iCloud and Snow Leopard is described in detail here:
http://www.wilmut.webspace.virginmedia.com/notes/icloudSL.html
iCloud cannot access your AOL account (the MobileMe facility for checking external POP accounts does not exist in iCloud) - you will have to do this in the Mail application in the usual way. You could of course set up forwarding from your AOL account to iCloud (assuming they provide this facility) but you will not be able to reply using iCloud's SMTP server with anything other than the iCloud address as the 'From' address.

Accounting software for mac and iphone

Hi I am looking for a accounting software which is compatible with my macbook air and iphone. any suggestions?

Not sure if you mean personal finance software, but iBank is one good option for that and it has both Mac and mobile versions:
http://www.iggsoftware.com/ibank/
http://www.iggsoftware.com/ibankmobile/index.php

HT5460 I have an 3 year old mac and would like to update to osx 10.6 or later. when I look for updates, it says that it has no software updates for my computer... help.

I have an 3 year old mac and would like to update to osx 10.6 or later. when I look for updates, it says that it has no software updates for my computer... help?

You need to buy it on DVD.
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I am planning to buy apple air mac book. i am not that technical will i be able to handle apple mac book. i am aware of using windows os but can i get software like that of notepad, word pad in os X lion. can i get partitioning in macbook,

I am planning to buy apple air mac book. i am not that technical will i be able to handle apple mac book. i am aware of using windows os but can i get software like that of notepad, word pad in os X lion. can i get partitioning in macbook,

Yes. Switching to Mac might be overwhelming at first, but it is not difficult. I Just started using Macs regularly about 9 months ago after using only Windows based pc's for over 15 years. Macs come with TextEdit , but you can also purchase MS Office for Mac or use Apple's version, called iWork.Yes, you can partition the hard drive of a Mac. Read these also: http://www.apple.com/support/switch101/, http://www.apple.com/support/mac101/. With regular use of a Mac, you will be able to use it without even thinking about it, just like how you learned to use a WIndows pc.

My 13" Mac Pro behaves like everything is in slow motion. Takes forever to do anything, on or offline. Would this be a software conflict or a hardware problem?

My 13" Mac Pro behaves like everything is in slow motion. Takes forever to do anything. Wondering if this is a software issue or a hard drive problem?

Maybe some maintenance will help:
Kappy's Personal Suggestions for OS X Maintenance
For disk repairs use Disk Utility. For situations DU cannot handle the best third-party utilities are: Disk Warrior; DW only fixes problems with the disk directory, but most disk problems are caused by directory corruption; Disk Warrior 4.x is now Intel Mac compatible. TechTool Pro provides additional repair options including file repair and recovery, system diagnostics, and disk defragmentation. TechTool Pro 4.5.1 or higher are Intel Mac compatible; Drive Genius is similar to TechTool Pro in terms of the various repair services provided. Versions 1.5.1 or later are Intel Mac compatible.
OS X performs certain maintenance functions that are scheduled to occur on a daily, weekly, or monthly period. The maintenance scripts run in the early AM only if the computer is turned on 24/7 (no sleep.) If this isn't the case, then an excellent solution is to download and install a shareware utility such as Macaroni, JAW PseudoAnacron, or Anacron that will automate the maintenance activity regardless of whether the computer is turned off or asleep. Dependence upon third-party utilities to run the periodic maintenance scripts had been significantly reduced in Tiger and Leopard. These utilities have limited or no functionality with Snow Leopard and should not be installed.
OS X automatically defragments files less than 20 MBs in size, so unless you have a disk full of very large files there's little need for defragmenting the hard drive. As for virus protection there are few if any such animals affecting OS X. You can protect the computer easily using the freeware Open Source virus protection software ClamXAV. Personally I would avoid most commercial anti-virus software because of their potential for causing problems.
I would also recommend downloading the shareware utility TinkerTool System that you can use for periodic maintenance such as removing old logfiles and archives, clearing caches, etc. Other utilities are also available such as Onyx, Leopard Cache Cleaner, CockTail, and Xupport, for example.
For emergency repairs install the freeware utility Applejack. If you cannot start up in OS X, you may be able to start in single-user mode from which you can run Applejack to do a whole set of repair and maintenance routines from the commandline. Note that AppleJack 1.5 is required for Leopard. AppleJack 1.6 is compatible with Snow Leopard.
When you install any new system software or updates be sure to repair the hard drive and permissions beforehand. I also recommend booting into safe mode before doing system software updates.
Get an external Firewire drive at least equal in size to the internal hard drive and make (and maintain) a bootable clone/backup. You can make a bootable clone using the Restore option of Disk Utility. You can also make and maintain clones with good backup software. My personal recommendations are (order is not significant):
Backuplist
Carbon Copy Cloner
Data Backup
Deja Vu
iBackup
JaBack
Silver Keeper
MimMac
Retrospect
Super Flexible File Synchronizer
SuperDuper!
Synchronize Pro! X
SyncTwoFolders
Synk Pro
Synk Standard
Tri-Backup
Visit The XLab FAQs and read the FAQs on maintenance, optimization, virus protection, and backup and restore.
Additional suggestions will be found in Mac Maintenance Quick Assist.
Referenced software can be found at CNet Downloads or MacUpdate.

Accounting software for MAC

I am a MAC user all the way. Iphone Ipad and Macbook. I need to find the best Canadian small business accounting software that does payroll.
Any recommendations?

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Hi, I've lost my Mac password to allow my Mac to install new software like Maverick OS. Does anyone know how I can reset the password please, so I can allow updates? Thanks.

Hi, I've lost my Mac password to allow my Mac to install new software like Maverick OS. Does anyone know how I can reset the password please, so I can allow updates? Thanks.

Help here > Reset the user password in OS X Lion, Mountain Lion and Mavericks: Apple Support Communities

I want use tally accounting software in mac book pro

i want use tally accounting software in mac book pro

What is your Mac OS X version in Apple menu -> About This Mac?
If it is 10.7 or later, search http://www.roaringapps.com/ for solutions that match your operating system.
If it is 10.6 to 10.6.8, see this http://snowleopard.wikidot.com/
Earlier versions of Mac OS X are harder to find software for:
If you aren't running at least 10.6.8, you pretty much have the same compatibility as any 10.4.4 through 10.6.7 system, and can upgrade for limited cost if any:
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-2455
Beyond 10.7 it gets complicated:
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-6271

HT1444 how do I upgrade from Mac OS 10.5.8 to later versions so new software like turbo tax will work

how do I upgrade from Mac OS 10.5.8 to later versions so new software like turbo tax will work?

Upgrade Paths to Snow Leopard, Lion, and/or Mountain Lion
You can upgrade to Mountain Lion from Lion or directly from Snow Leopard. Mountain Lion can be downloaded from the Mac App Store for $19.99. To access the App Store you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.6 or later installed.
Upgrading to Snow Leopard
You must purchase Snow Leopard through the Apple Store: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard - Apple Store (U.S.). The price is $19.99 plus tax. You will be sent physical media by mail after placing your order.
After you install Snow Leopard you will have to download and install the Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo v1.1 to update Snow Leopard to 10.6.8 and give you access to the App Store. Access to the App Store enables you to download Mountain Lion if your computer meets the requirements.
     Snow Leopard General Requirements
       1. Mac computer with an Intel processor
       2. 1GB of memory
       3. 5GB of available disk space
       4. DVD drive for installation
       5. Some features require a compatible Internet service provider;
           fees may apply.
       6. Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and
           terms apply.
Upgrading to Lion
If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mountain Lion, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
You can purchase Lion by contacting Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support and service - this includes international calling numbers. The cost is $19.99 (as it was before) plus tax. It's a download. You will get an email containing a redemption code that you then use at the Mac App Store to download Lion. Save a copy of that installer to your Downloads folder because the installer deletes itself at the end of the installation.
     Lion System Requirements
       1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
           or Xeon processor
       2. 2GB of memory
       3. OS X v10.6.6 or later (v10.6.8 recommended)
       4. 7GB of available space
       5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
Upgrading to Mountain Lion
To upgrade to Mountain Lion you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.8 or Lion installed. Purchase and download Mountain Lion from the App Store. Sign in using your Apple ID. Mountain Lion is $19.99 plus tax. The file is quite large, over 4 GBs, so allow some time to download. It would be preferable to use Ethernet because it is nearly four times faster than wireless.
     OS X Mountain Lion - System Requirements
       Macs that can be upgraded to OS X Mountain Lion
         1. iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
         2. MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer)
         3. MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
         4. MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer)
         5. Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
         6. Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)
         7. Xserve (Early 2009)
     Are my applications compatible?
         See App Compatibility Table - RoaringApps.
     For a complete How-To introduction from Apple see Upgrade to OS X Mountain Lion.

I have an i-tunes account on my home computer. I just bought a lap-top (not a mac) and would like to have access to my i-tunes account without sharing so that I don't have to have home computer on. How do I do that?

I have a i-tunes account on my home computer. I just bought a new lap-top (not a mac) and would like to have access to my account without sharing so that I don't have to have my home computer on. How do I do that?

Hi JEETCHOWHAN,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. This article has instructions on different ways to transfer your iTunes library:
iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4527
Cheers,
- Ari

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