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Let\u2019s face it\u2013trying something new can feel a little scary, especially when it comes to your business accounting\u2013there\u2019s zero room for mistakes. QuickBooks is a known and reliable accounting software, but if you\u2019re new to accounting, testing it or diving in with your real company data is risky and stressful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, what\u2019s the solution? <\/strong>QuickBooks Online test drive. This mode lets you explore the tool and its features without breaking a sweat or risking a single cent. So, how does it work? What data do you need? Are there any limits? Let\u2019s dive in and find out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the QuickBooks Online test drive?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The QuickBooks Online test drive<\/a> is your risk-free playground to explore QuickBooks Online. You can use a fully loaded demo of a online sample company, “Craig’s Design and Landscaping Services”, complete with sample data, and test out QuickBooks Online features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Important note: <\/strong>This is just a test drive, not the full version. You won\u2019t be able to connect real bank accounts or upload your personal or business financial data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to <\/em>find a QuickBooks ProAdvisor<\/em><\/a> for your financial success.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does QuickBooks test drive work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

QuickBooks test drive platform will give you a bird’s-eye view of a test business\u2019s financial health\u2013profits, losses, outstanding invoices and expenses. Way better than turning your own company into a guinea pig, right? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you <\/strong>CAN<\/em><\/strong> do in the QuickBooks Online test drive<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

QuickBooks gives you a wide area of different features and settings that you can test-drive. We\u2019ve already given you a sneak peek at the features you can test, now let\u2019s dive deeper into the details. Here\u2019s what you CAN try doing:<\/p>\n\n\n

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What you<\/strong> CAN\u2019T<\/em><\/strong> do in QuickBooks Online test drive<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The test drive is all about exploration, so some features are off-limits\u2013and for a good reason! Imagine having access to real banks or saving settings\u2013one wrong move, and things could get messy. Here\u2019s what you CAN\u2019T do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find out <\/em>how to decipher ecommerce sales tax<\/em><\/a> with our essential tax handbook for online sellers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can I access the sample company in the QBO test drive?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like the test drive itself, accessing it is quick and easy. You don\u2019t need to register to get started and there’s no need to enter any real company data. All it takes is clicking a link from Intuit. You can try the QuickBooks Online test drive for both QuickBooks Online<\/a> and QuickBooks Online Advanced<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This link depends on the country where you\u2019re testing the software. The links above are suitable for the US.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Is the QuickBooks test drive the same as the QuickBooks free trial?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No<\/strong>. The QuickBooks Online test drive and the QuickBooks Online free trial are both great ways to explore QuickBooks, but they\u2019re designed for different needs. Here\u2019s the breakdown:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/td>QuickBooks Online test drive<\/strong><\/td>QuickBooks Online free trial<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
What’s in the box?<\/strong><\/td>A risk-free demo <\/em>using a sample company<\/em>, the data of which you can use to test features; the changes won’t be saved and you can’t connect to a real bank account.<\/td>A full-access<\/em> mode where you can set up your own business<\/em> and a plain dashboard where you can enter your<\/em> business data.<\/td><\/tr>
Features available<\/strong><\/td>Invoice creation<\/a>, expense tracking, and financial report generation using pre-filled fictional data.<\/td>Company file setup, bank account connection, and settings customization to match your needs.<\/td><\/tr>
Peculiarities<\/strong><\/td>Free version that lasts for 30 days.<\/td>Free for a limited time (typically 30 days). Subscription required to continue.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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To sum up, The QBO test drive is perfect for those who just want to explore and get a feel for the features by clicking around. On the other hand, the QuickBooks free trial is designed for businesses ready to dive in and see how the software handles their real business data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want to learn more about QuickBooks? Find out <\/em>how to print checks in QuickBooks Online<\/em><\/a> and <\/em>what QuickBooks error 80070057 is.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it possible to test other QuickBooks tools?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes<\/strong>. QuickBooks Online isn\u2019t the only product that Intuit has and luckily you can test most of them. Here are some of the most popular ones that you can try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n