How Much Is QuickBooks Desktop in 2025/2026? Full Pricing Guide

⚠️ February 2026 Price Increase: Intuit raised all QuickBooks Desktop prices on February 1, 2026. Pro Plus increased to $1,149/year and Premier Plus to $1,609/year. Enterprise Silver now starts at $1,703/year. If you received a renewal notice and the number shocked you — there are alternatives below.

Important: Intuit now sells new QuickBooks Desktop purchases as subscriptions only. However, genuine surplus perpetual licenses are still legally available through authorized resellers such as LicenseRetail — often at 50%+ below Intuit’s subscription price.

2026 QuickBooks Desktop Pricing — All Editions

Edition	Intuit Price (2026)	3-Year Intuit Total	LicenseRetail Option
QuickBooks Pro Plus	$1,149/year	$3,447	One-time license → or sub plan →
QuickBooks Premier Plus	$1,609/year	$4,827	One-time license → or sub plan →
Enterprise Silver	$1,703–$2,210/year	$5,109–$6,630	One-time license → or sub plan →
Enterprise Diamond	$5,364/year	$16,092	One-time license → or sub plan →

Both Options Available on LicenseRetail

One-time surplus license (no subscription) or annual subscription plan — both available with instant delivery and Activation Guarantee.

Pro — No Subscription Premier — No Subscription Enterprise — No Subscription Annual Subscription Plans

Subscription vs One-Time License: What 2026 Means for Your Budget

Intuit now sells new QuickBooks Desktop purchases as annual or monthly subscriptions only. Annual plans lower the effective monthly cost compared to month-to-month billing.

For example, Pro Plus at $1,149/year equals about $95.75 per month. Over 3 years that’s $3,447 — all recurring, all at the mercy of future price increases.

By contrast, a one-time surplus license from LicenseRetail is a single payment. No renewal. No price hike risk. The software continues working regardless of what Intuit charges in 2027 or 2028.

Good to know: LicenseRetail offers both subscription plans (at below-Intuit pricing) and one-time perpetual licenses. If you need live payroll and always-current updates — our subscription plans provide that. If you want to own your software outright — our surplus licenses deliver that.

Multi-User Seats and Add-Ons That Raise the Total Bill

The headline price covers a single user. Additional seats and add-ons significantly change the total:

Pro Plus extra seats: ~$200/user/year (up to 3 users total)
Premier Plus extra seats: ~$300/user/year (up to 5 users total)
Payroll base: $40–$125/month + $4–$10 per employee/month
Hosting (remote access): $20–$200+/month depending on provider
Migration or setup support: one-time fee depending on provider

Build in a 10–20% contingency on your software budget for add-ons and unexpected charges.

Pricing History: Key Increases to Know

October 1, 2025: Intuit adjusted Pro Plus, Premier Plus, and Mac Plus prices upward.
February 1, 2026: Further increases — Pro Plus to $1,149/yr, Premier Plus to $1,609/yr, Enterprise Silver to $1,703/yr.

Budget a cushion for future increases when calculating total cost of ownership over 3+ years.

Budget Planning Checklist

Current QuickBooks version and company file year
Number of concurrent users required
Payroll needs (basic vs full-service)
Hosting or on-premises setup preference
Renewal date and cancellation terms
Preference: subscription (always updated) vs one-time (own outright)

See Available QuickBooks Desktop Licenses on LicenseRetail

Compare one-time and subscription options — all with instant delivery and Activation Guarantee.

Browse All Desktop Licenses Annual Subscription Plans

Last updated: February 2026. Prices reflect Intuit’s rates as of February 1, 2026. Always verify current pricing directly at quickbooks.intuit.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does QuickBooks Desktop cost in 2026?

After Intuit’s February 2026 price increase: Pro Plus costs $1,149/year, Premier Plus costs $1,609/year, Enterprise Silver starts at $1,703/year, and Enterprise Diamond reaches $5,364/year. LicenseRetail offers one-time surplus licenses and subscription plans at below-Intuit pricing.

Can I still buy QuickBooks Desktop without a subscription in 2026?

Yes. While Intuit only sells new licenses as subscriptions, genuine surplus perpetual licenses are legally available through LicenseRetail under the first-sale doctrine. These are one-time payments with no annual renewal required.

What is the cheapest way to get QuickBooks Desktop in 2026?

A one-time surplus license from LicenseRetail is the lowest total cost for businesses planning to use the same version for 2+ years. For businesses that need live payroll and always-current updates, LicenseRetail’s subscription plans offer below-Intuit pricing.

Why did QuickBooks Desktop prices increase in 2026?

Intuit raised prices approximately 15% effective February 1, 2026, following an earlier increase in October 2025. This is part of Intuit’s ongoing strategy to push customers toward QuickBooks Online subscriptions. Desktop prices have increased significantly over the past 3 years.

How much does QuickBooks Desktop cost per month?

Based on annual pricing: Pro Plus works out to approximately $95.75/month, Premier Plus approximately $134/month, Enterprise Silver from approximately $142/month. Monthly billing plans cost more. A one-time surplus license from LicenseRetail has no monthly cost — you pay once.