Comparing RemoteBooksOnline to QuickBooks Live

See how RemoteBooksOnline stacks up against QuickBooks Live in pricing, services, and features.

Both RemoteBooksOnline and QuickBooks Live offer online bookkeeping — but the experience, pricing, and flexibility are very different. If you’re looking for a bookkeeping solution with predictable pricing, CPA oversight, and support for more than just QuickBooks, here’s what you need to know.

Side-by-Side Feature Comparison

Feature RemoteBooksOnline Pilot
Pricing Starts at $150/month Starts at $599/month
First Month Free Yes No
CPA-Reviewed Books Included in all plans Only available on CFO+ plans
Supports QuickBooks/Xero Yes (both) QuickBooks Online only
Catch-Up Bookkeeping Yes Yes, but high cost
White-Label/Partner Options Yes No
Real-Time Support Dedicated support team Yes, but rotating staff
Custom Reporting Included Available on Premium plans
Contract Requirement No Yes (annual commitment)

Key Differences

Lower Monthly Cost — No Contracts

RemoteBooksOnline offers a flat, affordable monthly rate — nearly 4x less than Pilot’s basic plan — with no long-term contracts and no hidden fees.

CPA Review Comes Standard

Every RemoteBooksOnline client receives monthly financial statements reviewed by a Certified Public Accountant — unlike Pilot and QuickBooks Live, which charge extra for CPA-level review or don’t offer it at all.

First Month Free

Start with RemoteBooksOnline at no cost — your first month is completely free. With Pilot, you pay upfront before services even begin.

More Flexible and Scalable

RemoteBooksOnline supports businesses of all sizes and industries, whether you use QuickBooks or Xero. With optional white-label solutions and no platform lock-in, we scale as you grow — unlike Pilot’s startup-focused model or QuickBooks Live’s software dependency.

Flat Pricing — No Surprises

Our transparent, fixed monthly pricing doesn’t fluctuate with your transaction volume. QuickBooks Live’s pricing varies based on your activity, making budgeting unpredictable.

Catch-Up & Cleanup Services

Falling behind? We offer dedicated catch-up and cleanup services. QuickBooks Live requires you to be fully caught up — or manage the backlog on your own before starting.

RemoteBooksOnline is built for you. No contracts. First month free.

If you want simple pricing, CPA-reviewed reports, and long-term support — not just access to QuickBooks help.

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