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Landlord Studio: The best alternative to QuickBooks

Landlord Studio is the QuickBooks alternative built specifically for UK landlords — HMRC-recognised Making Tax Digital software that combines rental accounting with property management, free for up to 3 properties.

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How we compare to QuickBooks


Feature Landlord Studio QuickBooks
Designed for UK landlords and property investors Small businesses and sole traders
Free plan Yes — free for up to 3 properties No (trial and promotional discounts only)
Entry price £0/month; Pro from £12/month £10/month + VAT (Sole Trader)
MTD for Income Tax submissions Yes — included on Pro; £5 per submission on free plan Yes
Per-property income and expense tracking Yes, by default Limited — requires manual workarounds
Bank feeds (open banking) Yes Yes
Receipt scanner Yes Yes
Tenancy and tenant management Yes No
Automated rent reminders Yes Invoice-based only
Maintenance tracking Yes No
Native mobile apps Yes — iOS and Android Yes — iOS and Android

FAQs

Is QuickBooks good for UK landlords?

QuickBooks works for landlords who already use it for a wider business, but it was not designed for rental property. There are no built-in tenancy records, per-property reporting requires workarounds, and rent collection runs through invoicing. Landlord-specific software like Landlord Studio tracks income and expenses by property automatically.

Is QuickBooks compliant with Making Tax Digital for landlords?

Yes. QuickBooks is HMRC-recognised, and its Sole Trader plan (£10/month + VAT) supports MTD for Income Tax. Landlord Studio is also HMRC-recognised and includes MTD submissions on its Pro plan (from £12/month), with pay-as-you-go submissions at £5 each on its free plan.

What is the best QuickBooks alternative for UK landlords?

Landlord Studio is the leading QuickBooks alternative for UK landlords. It combines HMRC-recognised MTD accounting with property management — bank feeds, receipt scanning, tenancy records, rent reminders, and maintenance tracking — and is free for up to 3 properties.

How much does QuickBooks cost compared to Landlord Studio?

As of June 2026, QuickBooks Sole Trader costs £10/month + VAT and Simple Start £14/month + VAT. Landlord Studio is free for up to 3 properties, with Pro from £12/month including MTD submissions, bank feeds, and receipt scanning.

Can I switch from QuickBooks to Landlord Studio?

Yes. You can import your income and expense history into Landlord Studio via CSV, connect your bank accounts through open banking, and be set up in minutes. A 14-day free trial of Pro is included, and the free plan has no time limit.