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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 50 reviews

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Customers are saying

Customers regard Quicken Starter 2018 as easy to use, particularly for writing checks and preparing tax information. The affordable price point is also frequently praised. However, some users express disappointment with the subscription model. A recurring concern is the necessity of software subscription renewals.

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  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Long Time Quicken User

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this product to update to the latest version from the one I had which was a few years old. When I purchased this product, there was no mention of the fact that it did not allow for importing of old Quicken data. The information has since appeared on the Quicken website. It was disappointing to have to start over from my install date, but Quicken's return policies are too big of a pain in the butt to deal with in order to move up the food chain to the next higher version in order to import my old data. I would only recommend this if you were new to Quicken or didn't care to import your old data.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good software, could be, should be easier to use.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First off I was told by employees at the Apple store and Best Buy that this software was only available as a download with no CD in the package. Upon opening the package, low and behold there was a cd to install the software. Install was pretty smooth but my biggest complaint is not being able to add to my investment accounts unless you upgrade to their more expensive software. Since I do not use their automatic banking/investment download system I find this frustrating,I can update my accounts myself. In this way the old Quicken was better but it would not work with my new OS. Over all its not too bad but wish that they would make a basic system for those of us that don't want software to do everything automatically.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good PRICE

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Found this to be good deal paid 39.95 for 2 year subscription

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good check writing account

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very easy to write checks and keep a great record of same.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok for beginner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is okay for a beginner but for anyone who wants to keep track of details, they should purchase the premier or higher depending on what they wish to keep records of. Basically just a bookkeeping record but not for financial investments, etc.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exellent for My Needs

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have used Quicken for over 20 years. My finances are not complex. However it is helpful to be able to easily gather necessary data at tax time. It also helps to keep track of my budget and where my money goes. I've never had a problem with any of the Quicken versions I have used.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Subscription

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Same Product years later - but more expensive

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not a fan of the 2 year upgrade software cycle as I like to use editions that don't always require software subscription purchases. Price matched this to Walmart and got an excellent buy. Product does what I need it to do - track credit card expenses on OS X and other cross platform.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Time To Get Started on Your Checkbook Register!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quicken Starter 2018 (2-Year Subscription) - Mac|Windows This is the easiest way to manage your personal finances to ensure that you keep your checkbook register current. Reasonably priced and simple to use, Quicken Starter is the perfect way to organize your banking!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good basic budgeting

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to load on my new Windows 10 PC and it is proving every bit as functional as my previous editions of Quicken. I use it as my checkbook, although I'm not trying to tap its resources to run my retirement funds. If you already use Quicken or if you're looking for a program to help you meet your household budgeting goals, this is a good tool.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Subscription

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product, but subscriptions are bad

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good update to Quicken, but quicken changing to a subscription based product is really sad to see. I can understand limiting program updates to a certain length of time, but I don't like having to resubscribe every two years for another hefty fee.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice update to my existing Quicken

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I don't need a really fancy bookkeeping system to keep track of my checking. This product does a whole lot more than balance my checkbook. Lots of really nice features, and easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Way to Track Bills

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I switched from a PC to my MacBook and had to get used to the differences; however, I think the differences were more based on the outdated version I was using compared to the 2018 version. Once you setup bills, income, credit card info, etc., it is very easy to monitor expenses and upcoming bills. I like the look of it too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Makes managing bank accounts a breeeze

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I first started using Quicken years ago when it came installed on a computer I purchased. The only part of the program I use is the registers for keeping track of my savings and checking accounts. I makes it so easy and fast to reconcile the accounts. I always know exactly how much money I have in each account.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Didn't really make any improvements that I needed

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had Quicken 9 but my files would not open when I bought my new computer. Had to buy a newer version but it wouldn't open the files either. Talked to the sales people on the floor who turned me on to an intermediate site with Quicken 13 which converted my files and allowed me to open them in Quicken 18

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for home finances

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had been using Quicken since 2003 and had to upgrade since I have a new computer with different Windows. Purchased the basic software and was able to get my finances uploaded automatically directly from my bank. Very easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Can't use this to pay bills

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my third go round with Quicken. It is not the most intuitive or convenient program, but it does keep your records straight and is pretty good at auto-back up so you shouldn't ever lose much of your information. I guess I'm just not as excited about a budgeting app as I should be!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for older people

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It does all that an older person would need or even a beginner

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Previous version I had was 2010

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Enjoying all the updates to the software so far. Thanks

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Software

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have used Quicken software a number of years for my checking account. It keeps me informed of updates and I have faced no error in keeping up with my accounts.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy program to use

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using Quicken for years and “downgraded” to the starter version and it does everything that I need it to do for tracking and organizing my personal and business finances.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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