Copper vs QuickBooks Online: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Copper and QuickBooks Online — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: Copper wins on our scorecard (7.7/10 vs 7.3/10).
| Scored on | Copper | QuickBooks Online |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 9 |
| Ease of use | 9 | 7 |
| Fees & pricing | 7 | 6 |
| Customer support | 6 | 5 |
| Features | 8 | 9 |
| Basic Plan (per user/mo, annual) | $29 | — |
| Professional Plan (per user/mo, annual) | $69 | — |
| Business Plan (per user/mo, annual) | $134 | — |
| Simple Start Tier | — | $35/mo |
| Essentials Tier | — | $60/mo |
| Plus Tier | — | $90/mo |
| Advanced Tier | — | $200/mo |
Copper in one paragraph
The premier CRM choice for small teams that live in Gmail and want to eliminate manual data entry.
Skip it if: You use Microsoft 365 or Outlook as your primary business email and calendar suite.
QuickBooks Online in one paragraph
The undisputed industry standard that justifies its high price through massive time savings and CPA compatibility.
Skip it if: You are a micro-business with fewer than 10 transactions a month and don't mind manual spreadsheets.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Copper or QuickBooks Online?
On our five-axis scorecard, Copper scores higher (7.7/10 vs 7.3/10). The premier CRM choice for small teams that live in Gmail and want to eliminate manual data entry.
Who should skip Copper?
You use Microsoft 365 or Outlook as your primary business email and calendar suite.
Who should skip QuickBooks Online?
You are a micro-business with fewer than 10 transactions a month and don't mind manual spreadsheets.