WOW BookSwitch is a professional QuickBooks Desktop to Xero migration service for accounting firms. Every file is converted, AI-validated, and reviewed by a trained accountant. $399 per file. 95% accuracy guarantee or your money back. Six months of free WOW Backup and Restore included. Serving accounting firms in Canada, the United States, and Australia.
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Must migrate by September 2027
With free DIY conversion tools
To fix one failed conversion
Hours lost cleaning up one failed conversion
WOW BookSwitch combines automated conversion with human professional review in a single $399 package. AI validation runs on every file, and a trained accountant reviews the output and applies correcting entries before delivery. Up to 10 years of historical data is supported. Multi-currency transactions are handled in full.
For accounting firms managing 50 to 250 client files, this is the QuickBooks Desktop to Xero migration option that sits between free tools that fail on complex files and full-service consultancies that charge $1,500 or more per conversion.
QuickBooks Desktop 2024 reaches the end of support in September 2027. That is the last version Intuit will release. The firms that start migrating now will finish before tax season compresses available capacity in Q4 2026 and Q1 2027.
A practical comparison of what each conversion includes, what it costs, and how long it takes.
Experience a fully automated, self-service platform where you upload your QuickBooks Desktop file and the system handles the entire conversion. AI performs post-conversion validation and accuracy checks automatically, eliminating manual effort and ensuring reliable, consistent results.
Conversions run on a scalable, cloud-native platform and are typically completed within 1–3 business days, depending on file size. Automated workflows and AI-driven validation reduce delays, helping you move quickly without compromising accuracy.
All data is processed in dedicated AWS regions to ensure geographic compliance and data sovereignty. Canadian customer data is processed exclusively in AWS Canada regions, while US customer data remains in AWS US regions, ensuring enterprise-grade security with data never crossing borders.
Full support for multi-currency transactions with seamless conversion to Xero from both QuickBooks Desktop Canada and US versions.
Enjoy simple, flat-rate pricing at $399 USD per conversion, covering 3 years of financial data plus the current fiscal year. Need more history? Additional years are available at $100 USD per year, with no hidden fees or surprises.
Your migrated Xero organisation gets six months of free WOW Backup and Restore services sponsored by WOWBackupAndRestore.com
Go ahead. Send us your absolute nightmare file, the one with 10 years of chaos, multi-currency madness, and classes nobody remembers creating.
We'll migrate your most complicated file for FREE
Compare our results to any other tool, we dare you
If we don't hit 95% accuracy, we refund 100%. Period.
No cap. No fine print. Just results you can actually trust.
Seriously, worst case? You get a free migration sample. Best case? You find your new favorite service.
QuickBooks Desktop 2022 reached end of support in May 2025. QBD 2023 ends in May 2026. QBD 2024, Intuit's final desktop release, ends in September 2027. After end of support, bank feeds stop, security patches stop, and payroll tax tables expire.
Independent user reports describe error rates exceeding 40% with free DIY conversion tools (sources: r/QuickBooks, Trustpilot reviews of common tools, accountant blog reports). The cost of remediating a failed conversion typically runs to $4,000 per file (40 hours of staff time at $100/hr). Balance sheet errors discovered during tax season expose the firm to professional liability.
For accounting firms with 50 to 250 client files still on QuickBooks Desktop, the migration window between now and September 2027 is the operational planning constraint, not the technology choice.
Manual conversions take 30 to 40 hours per client. For a 55-client portfolio, that is roughly 2,000 hours, or one full-time accountant for a year. Billable work foregone.
Don't let the QB Desktop shutdown crisis derail your practice.
Single-file conversions start at $399. Firms with 10+ files, talk to us about volume terms.
Covers up to 3 years of financial data + current year if applicable
Up to 3 years of financial data + current year if applicable
Class tracking included
Complete multi-currency transaction support
six months of free WOW Backup and Restore & restore subscription for your Xero org (sponsored by WOWBackupAndRestore.com)
1-3 day processing time
Need more than 3 years of data?
Add-on: $100 USD per additional year
Talk to us about volume terms, dedicated specialist support, and bundled validation.
Book a 15-min Scoping CallWe disclose conversion scope before you commit. The following items need to be set up separately in Xero.
The following do not transfer in any QuickBooks to Xero migration
Bank feeds (must be reconnected in Xero after migration)
Payroll history (Xero Payroll set up separately)
Attachments on transactions
Memorised transactions and recurring templates
Reconciled status flags on historical transactions
Canadian T2 corporate returns
GIFI code mapping is in development and will be released as a no-cost add-on once available
These limitations apply to every QuickBooks Desktop to Xero migration tool. We document them upfront so they are not a surprise on go-live day.
Submit the form below to get an exact quote and receive your self-service migration dashboard credentials. A WOW BookSwitch representative will follow up within one business day if you need help with any file.
Self-Service Migration Dashboard: After submitting this form, you’ll receive access to your personal migration dashboard. From there, you can upload your QuickBooks Desktop files, initiate the migration yourself, and monitor progress in real time, no waiting or back-and-forth emails.
Human Support When Needed: While the platform is fully self-service, a dedicated support representative is available if you need help or have questions at any stage of the process.
Ensure a Smooth Transition from QBD Migration to Xero
22 Data Types Fully Supported
WOW BookSwitch is operated by WOWzer Technologies Inc. in Surrey, British Columbia. Canadian client files are processed exclusively in AWS Canada regions, with encryption at rest and in transit.
The Canada Revenue Agency requires records to be retained for at least six years under Section 230 of the Income Tax Act, with parallel obligations under the Excise Tax Act for GST/HST records. The migration scope and the retention obligation are distinct — we cover that distinction in our Canadian compliance article.
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act obligations are reflected in our Privacy Policy, data residency controls, and breach notification protocols. We do not transfer Canadian customer data outside Canadian AWS regions.
Australian client files are processed under Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and APP frameworks. US client files are processed in AWS US regions with attention to IRS retention frameworks and post-Wayfair sales tax considerations.
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WOW BookSwitch is a professional QuickBooks Desktop to Xero migration service operated by WOWzer Technologies Inc. Every conversion runs through AI validation and is reviewed by a trained accountant who applies correcting entries before delivery. The service is priced at $399 USD per file with a 95% accuracy guarantee.
Most conversions complete in 1 to 3 business days from upload, depending on file size and complexity. Multiple files run in parallel, there is no queue.
Canadian client files are processed in AWS Canada regions. US client files are processed in AWS US regions. Australian client files are processed under Australian Privacy Act obligations. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and is never transferred outside the jurisdiction from which it originated.
Customers, vendors, chart of accounts, item list, invoices, bills, bill payments, journal entries, sales receipts, credit memos, estimates, purchase orders, transfers, sales tax codes, class list and class tracking, multi-currency transactions, and historical data covering the current fiscal year plus three prior years.
Bank feeds, payroll history, attachments, memorised transactions, and reconciled status flags do not transfer in any QBD to Xero migration. GIFI code mapping for Canadian T2 corporate returns is in development. We disclose these scope limits upfront.
No. Once the file is submitted for conversion, all new transactions need to be recorded in Xero going forward. For accounting firms with multiple files, we recommend converting in batches to keep client downtime to a minimum.
Every conversion includes a six-month subscription to WOW Backup and Restore for the newly migrated Xero organisation. Automated daily backups, point-in-time recovery, and one-click restore are included. The service is operated by our sister company at wowbackupandrestore.com.
Yes. Both Canadian (QBD CA) and US (QBD US) editions are supported. Regional tax code mapping is applied during conversion. Australian market support is also available. Contact us with the file format details.
Yes. Orders of 30 or more files receive a 15% discount on the per-file price. For portfolios of 100+ files, contact us for a volume agreement with confirmed pricing within two business hours.
Every conversion is backed by a 95% accuracy guarantee. If we miss the threshold, the conversion is refunded in full. Accuracy is measured against three reports: trial balance, balance sheet, and profit and loss, comparing the source QuickBooks Desktop file to the converted Xero organisation.
The reliable path is a professionally validated conversion, not a free DIY tool. WOW BookSwitch runs each QuickBooks Desktop file through AI validation that compares three standard reports between the source file and the converted Xero organisation: trial balance, balance sheet, and profit and loss. A trained accountant then reviews the AI report, investigates flagged variances, and applies correcting entries before delivery. The whole process completes in 1 to 3 business days per file. Pricing is $399 USD per file with a 95% accuracy guarantee. If the threshold is missed, the full conversion is refunded.
QuickBooks Desktop 2024 reaches end of support in September 2027, Intuit's final desktop release. After that date, bank feeds stop working, security patches end, and payroll tax tables expire. QBD 2022 has already ended support (May 2025), and QBD 2023 ends in May 2026. For accounting firms managing 50 to 250 client files still on QuickBooks Desktop, the migration window is the operational planning constraint, not the technology choice. Most firms aim to complete client portfolio migrations before tax season compresses available capacity in Q4 2026 and Q1 2027.
A standard $399 WOW BookSwitch conversion includes 22 data types: customers, vendors, chart of accounts, item list, invoices, bills, bill payments, journal entries, sales receipts, credit memos, estimates, purchase orders, transfers, sales tax codes, class list and class tracking, multi-currency transactions, and historical data covering the current fiscal year plus three prior years. Additional years of history are $100 USD each. What does not transfer in any QuickBooks to Xero migration: bank feeds, payroll history, attachments, memorised transactions, and reconciled status flags. These need to be set up separately in Xero. We disclose the full scope before you commit.
The base price is $399 USD per file. Accounting firms ordering 30 or more files receive a 15% volume discount, bringing the per-file price to $339. For portfolios of 100 or more files, WOW BookSwitch provides volume agreement pricing with confirmed terms returned within two business hours. Compared to manual full-service conversions priced at $1,500 to $5,000 per file, the WOW BookSwitch position is mid-market: professional validation included, without the consulting markup. Every conversion includes six months of free WOW Backup and Restore for the migrated Xero organisation.
Yes, when handled by a professional service with documented data residency. WOW BookSwitch processes Canadian client files exclusively in AWS Canada regions, US files in AWS US regions, and Australian files under Privacy Act 1988 obligations. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and is never transferred outside the jurisdiction from which it originated. The processing approach aligns with PIPEDA obligations for Canadian accounting firms managing third-party processor relationships, and is documented in the WOW BookSwitch Privacy Policy. For files containing client records subject to CRA six-year retention under Section 230 of the Income Tax Act, the migration scope and the retention obligation are distinct. Both are preserved through the conversion workflow.
The six months of WOW Backup and Restore included with your conversion can be renewed at the end of the included period. Automated daily backups, point-in-time recovery, and one-click restore continue without interruption. WOW BookSwitch is operated by WOWzer Technologies Inc., the same team behind WOWBackupAndRestore.com.
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