Comparing RemoteBooksOnline to 1-800Accountant
Both RemoteBooksOnline and 1-800Accountant offer outsourced financial services - but their focus is very different.
1-800Accountant is primarily a tax prep company that bundles in bookkeeping as an add-on. The service connects you with a bookkeeper, but it's not designed around ongoing, CPA-reviewed monthly support.
RemoteBooksOnline, on the other hand, is a dedicated bookkeeping service, delivering flat-rate, CPA-reviewed reports every month without requiring bundled tax prep or long-term contracts.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | RemoteBooksOnline | 1-800Accountant |
|---|---|---|
| Core Focus | Monthly Bookkeeping | Tax Filing & Entity Setup |
| Includes Bookkeeper | Yes (in-house + CPA-reviewed) | Yes (assigned, not CPA-reviewed) |
| Monthly Financial Reports | Yes, CPA-reviewed | Yes (no CPA review) |
| Catch-Up & Cleanup Services | Yes | Limited, extra cost |
| Supports QuickBooks/Xero | Yes | Uses internal software |
| First Month Free | Yes | No |
| Contract Requirement | No | Yes (often annual) |
| CPA Oversight | Included monthly | Typically tax-only |
Note: 1-800Accountant connects you to a bookkeeper, but most monthly work is not CPA-reviewed and not completed by an in-house bookkeeping team.
Why RemoteBooksOnline May Be the Better Fit
Built for Bookkeeping, Not Just Tax Filing
RemoteBooksOnline specializes in accurate, CPA-reviewed monthly bookkeeping. Unlike 1-800Accountant, you’re not forced into bundled tax packages to get quality books.
Flat Monthly Pricing, No Contracts
Our plans start at just $150/month with no hourly rates, surprise fees, or long-term commitments. 1-800Accountant pricing can vary based on bundled services.
CPA Review Every Month
Each month, your financials are reviewed by a licensed CPA, ensuring accuracy and readiness. 1-800Accountant emphasizes tax prep, not monthly CPA oversight.
Catch-Up and Cleanup Services Included
Whether you're months or years behind, we’ll clean up your books and get you on track. 1-800Accountant focuses on forward-looking tax work, not historical reconciliation.
RemoteBooksOnline is the better long-term fit
If you’re primarily looking for clean, CPA-reviewed books every month, without having to buy tax services you may not need.
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