ProperSoft CSV2QBO Alternative: CSV to QuickBooks Comparison (2025)
ProperSoft's CSV2QBO converts CSV files to QBO format for QuickBooks Online. SpreadsheetBroccoli converts CSV to IIF format for QuickBooks Desktop. The main question is: which QuickBooks do you use?
The Format Question
Critical: Know Your QuickBooks Version
QuickBooks Desktop (Pro, Premier, Enterprise): Uses IIF format — that's us.
QuickBooks Online: Uses QBO web connect format — that's ProperSoft.
These are NOT interchangeable. Using the wrong format won't work.
Before comparing features or prices, confirm which QuickBooks you use. This determines which tool you need — it's not about which is "better."
Feature Comparison
Feature Matrix
| Feature | CSV2QBO | SpreadsheetBroccoli |
|---|---|---|
| Output format | QBO (Online) | IIF (Desktop) |
| QuickBooks Desktop support | ||
| QuickBooks Online support | ||
| CSV input | ||
| Excel input | ||
| OFX/QFX input | ||
| Try before buying | Trial | Free preview |
| No installation | ||
| Works on Mac | ||
| Match rules | ||
| Multiple transaction types | ||
| Pay per use option |
Pricing
Cost Comparison
| Use Case | ProperSoft CSV2QBO | SpreadsheetBroccoli |
|---|---|---|
| Single conversion | $39 | $3-6 |
| 5 conversions/year | $39 | ~$15-30 |
| Monthly use | $39 first, then $0 | ~$6/month |
CSV2QBO is one-time $39. We're pay-per-use. But remember: they serve different QuickBooks versions.
Price comparison is secondary. If you use QuickBooks Online, you need CSV2QBO's format. If you use QuickBooks Desktop, you need our IIF format. The tools aren't interchangeable.
Which Tool Do You Need?
Use ProperSoft CSV2QBO if:
You use QuickBooks Online (web-based).
You need QBO web connect format.
You want desktop software (Windows/Mac).
Use SpreadsheetBroccoli if:
You use QuickBooks Desktop (Pro/Premier/Enterprise).
You need IIF import format.
You prefer browser-based with no installation.
You also have OFX/QFX bank files to convert.
How to Check Your QuickBooks Version
QuickBooks Desktop (Uses IIF)
- Installed on your computer
- Has a company file (.qbw) on your hard drive
- Called "QuickBooks Pro," "Premier," or "Enterprise"
- Import via: File → Utilities → Import → IIF Files
QuickBooks Online (Uses QBO)
- Accessed through a web browser at qbo.intuit.com
- Data stored in the cloud
- Called "QuickBooks Online" or "QBO"
- Import via: Banking → Upload transactions
Still not sure?
If you log into QuickBooks through a web browser, it's QuickBooks Online (use CSV2QBO).
If you open an application installed on your computer, it's QuickBooks Desktop (use us).
Using QuickBooks Desktop?
Convert CSV to IIFFrequently Asked Questions
CSV2QBO creates QBO web connect format designed for QuickBooks Online. QuickBooks Desktop uses IIF format for imports. For Desktop, you need an IIF converter like SpreadsheetBroccoli.
This banking tool creates IIF format for QuickBooks Desktop. For QuickBooks Online bank imports, use ProperSoft's CSV2QBO or direct bank feeds. Note: We do support QuickBooks Online for e-commerce — see our Shopify, Stripe, and Square to QuickBooks Online converters.
It depends which one you're importing into. Use our IIF converter for Desktop imports, CSV2QBO for Online imports. You might need both tools.
Neither is 'better' — they serve different QuickBooks versions. Choose based on which QuickBooks you use, not on which converter has more features.
