--- description: Review of MYOB Business Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: MYOB Business | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Tax Practice Management Software](/directory/4237/tax-practice-management/software) > [MYOB Business](/software/33458/myob-essentials) # MYOB Business Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/33458/myob-essentials Page: 1 / 7\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/33458/myob-essentials?page=2) > MYOB Business Lite and Pro cloud accounting software for Australian and New Zealand small businesses that helps manage invoicing, expenses, payroll, cash flow, GST and tax compliance in one integrated platform. Built in Australia and designed for sole traders, freelancers and growing small businesses, MYOB Business includes built-in Australian and New Zealand compliance features. For Australian businesses, this includes GST, BAS, Single Touch Payroll (STP), superannuation and ATO reporting. For New Zealand businesses, it includes GST, payday filing, KiwiSaver and IRD reporting. AI-powered features, including AI BAS, help keep records BAS-ready throughout the quarter, reduce manual bookkeeping and simplify compliance tasks. Businesses can start with MYOB Business Lite, designed for sole traders and businesses with up to two employees, then upgrade to MYOB Business Pro as their business grows and they hire more employees. MYOB Business Lite and Pro are browser-based, scalable and integrate with a wide range of business applications to support day-to-day accounting and business administration. > > Verdict: Rated **3.9/5** by 149 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **3.9/5** | 149 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 3.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 3.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 3.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 3.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 70% | (7/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: MYOB - **Location**: CREMORNE, Australia - **Founded**: 1991 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: $30.00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate - **Pricing Details**: Payroll: $22.00 / month Business Lite: $30.00 / month Business Pro: $50.00 / month AccountRight Plus: $80.00 / month AccountRight Premier: $100.00 / month A 30-day free trial is available. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, New Zealand ## Features - API - Accounting - Accounting Integration - Accounts Payable - Accounts Receivable - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Ad hoc Reporting - Alerts/Notifications - Approval Process Control - Audit Trail - Automatic Billing - Bank Reconciliation - Billing & Invoicing - Billing Portal - Budgeting/Forecasting - CPA Firms - Cash Flow Management - Cash Management - Chart of Accounts ## Integrations (41 total) - Abtrac - Adobe Commerce - AroFlo - Assignar - AutoEntry - BigCommerce - CreditorWatch Collect - Cyfe - Dext - Employment Hero - Expiration Reminder - Fathom - Fergus - Fieldmagic - FreshBooks ... and 26 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Tax Practice Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4237/tax-practice-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Tax Practice Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4237/tax-practice-management/software) - [Insurance Accounting Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/301/insurance-software/software) - [Bookkeeping Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/270/bookkeeping/software) - [Farm Accounting Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/289/agriculture-software/software) - [Accounting Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4220/accounting/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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We can handle different clients very easily. > > **Cons**: Less features as compare to other products > > Overall its wonderful product and simplicity and easy to use. ----- ### "Best small business software" — 5.0/5 > **Peter** | *26 March 2026* | Wholesale | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Very user friendly, the support articles online are very easy to follow and step-by-step. software includes a lot of features > > **Cons**: Unable to generate consolidated financial statements or perform intercompany transactions. Custom reports are limited compared to larger ERP's but great for small business > > Very good experience, loved using this system. has a lot more functions than other small business software and it has a desktop version. ----- ### "Very capable software" — 5.0/5 > **George** | *28 November 2023* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It feels very well though out, very responsive. > > **Cons**: I would like there to be a cheaper version for those with infrequent use ----- ### "Not happy\!" — 4.0/5 > **Allyson** | *9 December 2024* | Farming | Recommendation rating: 2.0/10 > > **Pros**: The software is good and once learned is reasonably easy to use and is very accurate. > > **Cons**: The customer service. Heaven help you if you need to speak with someone or get any technical help\!\!\! Make sure you can have your phone line available for a couple of hours wait\!\! > > The program itself is good, but I wouldn't want to be a new user. It used to be possible to speak with someone easily to get assistance - now it is a nightmare ----- ### "Full of features." — 4.0/5 > **Brendan** | *16 February 2023* | Entertainment | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Packed with features for invoicing and accounting needs. > > **Cons**: Very expensive when compared to similar products. > > Great option for this doing day to day business, May be a little expensive for those just starting out. ----- Page: 1 / 7\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/33458/myob-essentials?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/33458/myob-essentials) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data