Xero vs Slingshot Enterprise Business Suite Comparison

1) Versatile software with a lot of options and modules2) Great IU3) Ease of use 4) Efficient software

Not integrated with other systems in the enterprise

- Best advantage above some other great cloud accounting systems is the multi currency feature - Great invoicing features: send automated invoice reminders, customize templates, bulk invoicing. - Inventory: Bulk import, best seller tracking, untracked and tracked items. - Connect Apps to increase effective accounting, inventory management or sales.

- Some like cloud based systems, others don't. Thing is you have to have an internet connection in order to work. - For enterprise purposes, you might look for a more advanced system. But this software covers almost every aspect of running a good business.

Xero gives me the peace of mind knowing that i can easily customize the quotes and invoices to suite my business needs. The fact that i can automatically export and import files is an added advantage.

I haven't experienced anything i would say i least like about this software. I believe its cost matches the features and functionalities.

Having had the opportunity of seeing this product badly used we took time to set ours up early in the process. We really have a slick, easy to use system that provides as much detail as you could ever need - or in our case, a great and very simply dashboard!

I cannot find fault in this product, as a small enterprise it caters for our every needs

Xero out of the box enables a small business to run its accounts in a professional manner and the many plugins allow for great automation. We are using multiple currencies and it works without a hitch. Linking directly to bank accounts to get and recon all the transactions is another winner.

It has quite a few limitations compared to the enterprise cousins, but at the price it is a no-brainer.

I love that it is a fully functional accounting package that is cloud-based. It allows me and my clients to work from anywhere and still keep our numbers and business running smoothly. Since my business focuses mainly on Entrepreneurs running businesses online the amazing suite of integrations makes thins so much "easier" for my clients on a day to day basis.

The only "con" that I have is that it is a subscription-based service and that it can be pricey for new businesses starting out. Their base packages that I have access to as an accountant are good for other types of businesses but for an online based business no matter how small, the transaction limit for the smaller packages is waaaay to small.

Xero provides a great overall experience for general financial accounting, as well as solid support for international business. The extra file storage is a nice addition, though for most needs a bit overkill. The mobile apps are well-designed and provide a solid UI for financial management, though some of the features from the full desktop suite are unavailable in-app.

One of the best features available in other online accounting suites - employee time tracking - is missing in Xero, and this significantly reduces the viability of the product for many of the potential users. While it is possible to integrate third party add-ons to provide this functionality, it's not a seamless transition, so there are some hiccups to work around.

XERO was recommended by our accountant and I assumed , incorrectly, that the account worked closely with the software. They do at the enterprise level with P&L, BS and ATO annual returns but not at the day-to-day transaction level.

Certainly not best-of-class and we ditched it after 6 months and switched to QuickBooks Online. XERO is simply not designed with small business needs taken in to account. Delivery dockets, which the majority of small service businesses use every day, is clumsy and very inefficient. Customer service is non-existent. You can post issues on XERO Central to your hearts content but there is no interest and less action.

This is a great simple tool for small business that aren't looking for too much

Scaling would be difficult if business grew

A breath of fresh air in Cloud accounting. Fully adapted to South African tax standards and very user friendly with a free month at the beginning on signing on.

You will find that as your business moves from medium sized to large business, it may not be too suitable for your tasks

Xero has been easy to use, it's streamlined our invoicing processes and ensured that the right members of the team all have suitable appropriate access and knows what's happening financially. Easy to share with accountants. A thoughtful social enterprise discount given too.

We needed some training from our accountant to show us how to manage projects effectively (without paying for extra features)

user friendly, cloud-based, clean display, ability to add modules for what I need without having to pay for a suite of things I don't

No cons were added to this review

Easy learn and access Great integration with other software quick banking Great Dashboard

Lacking of operational functionality for as per different business operation

Eliminates the limitations of traditional software with our Mac environment. Clean, easy to look at, and the integrations with other softwares are increasing regularly.

I use a bookkeeper and an accountant to keep my business straight using Xero. I don't think it's quite easy enough to use Xero DIY exclusively for a business of my size.

Easy to use for day to day accounting including billing, recording expenses , payroll and preparing and lodging activity statements Can easily share with accountant. Automatic bank feeds make reconciling accounts quick and easy.

Nothing in particular - it provides everything I need to do my business accounting

Really easy to use and simple to set up for a great price

For our type of business there seems to be far too many options

Access to it on any device is definitely a plus

Reports are basic, preferably for smaller business not interested in too much BI

We switched to Xero from a more "enterprise" style product and LOVE it! It is easy, simple and light-weight. It works well with our small (2 people) Finance team and allows them to work in a quick, lean way. Great integrations, very intuitive, easy to collaborate and the interface is great.

No cons for this... yet. We have been very happy with Xero so far, the only "negative" response that we could give is that their After Sales team was a bit weak and integration was primarily self-led.

I like that Xero is always up to-date - I no longer need to do installs or worry myself the the computers are going to crash. I like the freedom it gives me to work wherever I can access the internet. I love that it has changed the way I do business, eliminating data entry and automating repetitive business process, exponentially expanding my capacity to serve clients. I like that Xero has enabled me to move from a small local business, to a business that can deal in multi-currency and work globally - it has enabled me to massively expand my customer base. I find I am able to travel a lot more - now I am on Xero. I find the support always listen to my issue, and do their best to sort it out.

It has forced me to change the way I do business (for the better!!)

Xero is great if you have a dedicated accountant/bookkeeper to setup and manage your data. For that reason it is a great option because it has heaps of functionality and flexibility if you have unusual business structure and need to track complex expenses or billing cycles etc.

For small business or entrepreneurs I find this software too complex and has a big learning curve. Accounting does not need to be this extensive for the everyday business owner. There are plenty of free alternatives.

The simple and seamless implementation. As a Finance manage i manage a range of different type of small businesses. Xero is my go to software when selecting a new software, due to to is ease of implementation, user friendliness and ease or learning anything i need to fix.

Bank reconciliation and feed are a bit of hassle sometimes as there is not option to select between business vs personal account. Xero should be able to give option to provide feed for stand business vs personal login profile when setting up feed. Also to be able to select different account times like business loans, asset finance, etc. For atleast australian major banks.

With Xero, you can interconnect everything business. You can sync all your business solutions and have them under one umbrella. You can connect to businesses, business professionals and accountants as well as your banks with Xero business solutions. It is indeed unique

I think the overall performance of Xero is at the very least satisfactory. I do not have any significant problem with them

Remote access. It has allowed me to outsource my book-keeping function, which is the only reason I swopped systems from what I was using prior. Xero is well known and well-liked by book-keepers in New Zealand. Plenty of Add-ins options to develop capability.

Poor inventory managements. No real sales analysis. There are no management accounts just financial accounts. Add-ins start to get expensive to build in the functionality that your business needs to get the business management tools you are looking for.

Xero improved our business processes and enhanced our departmental efficiency. It has all the modules to cover our business needs and it's integrated features helped us take prompt effective business decisions.

It's just a bit expensive specifically when you've 600+ salespeople who's using this application at every moment to initiate quotes or process invoices.

Xero is a nice alternative to QuickBooks and offers a nice online product.

Xero is targeted to the small business market. The basic offering takes care of simple needs.