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Manufacturer: Intuit Inc. Part number: 298332
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- Intuit Quicken 2007 Premier offers a thorough overhaul of its interface, as well as useful new features and conveniences that other financial software products can't match.
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CNET editors' review
Quicken 2007 Premier price range: $22.49
- Reviewed by: Elsa Wenzel
- Edited by: Felisa Yang
- Reviewed on: 08/18/2006
- Released on: 08/01/2006
The good: Quicken 2007 Premier has the ability to connect to more than 4,300 financial institutions; a simplified interface; one-step account updates; a calendar that spells out your daily financial status; pop-up insights of transaction details; an affordable online backup; storage for images of receipts and invoices; scanner support; local encryptionof your data; Windows and Mac versions; and free, online-help chat.
The bad: Despite support for thousands of banks and creditors, Quicken 2007 couldn't import data from a particular checking account from a national bank. Also, its phone support is pricey.
The bottom line: Intuit Quicken 2007 Premier offers a thorough overhaul of its interface, as well as useful new features and conveniences that other financial software products can't match.
User reviews
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Something for anyone new to Quicken. Not much for Quicken vets.
by peters4 on August 22, 2006
Pros: It's prettier than its predecessor.
Cons: This is primarily a cosmetic upgrade with few, if any, substantive new features.
Summary: With the release of its '07 version, Quicken seems to have fallen back to just going through the motions, knowing that it's expected to produce an annual product upgrade ...
Summary: With the release of its '07 version, Quicken seems to have fallen back to just going through the motions, knowing that it's expected to produce an annual product upgrade but not really spending a lot of time & effort doing it. As a result, Quicken 2007, while giving users new to Quicken a good, stable way to manage their personal finances, gives its existing users nothing more than some cosmetic changes. The home screen's new , there are new financial institutions whose data can be downloaded into Quicken, attaching documents to register transactions has been improved and the program loads a bit faster. Otherwise, there's not much and certainly not enough to warrent paying $70 - $90 to upgrade an existing Quicken 2006 or 2005 installation.
Intuit doesn't often publish "dot releases." If it did, Quicken 2007 would be more accurately named Quicken 2006.5.44 out of 45 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Early release was too buggy for me to use
by geodosch on August 28, 2006
Pros: Enhanced online banking capability
Cons: Document imaging was not working, & their tech support was no help
Summary: Quicken 2006 (previous version) included the ability to attach scanned and downloaded images to transactions-- something that I have made extensive use of, to cut way back on the mountains ...
Summary: Quicken 2006 (previous version) included the ability to attach scanned and downloaded images to transactions-- something that I have made extensive use of, to cut way back on the mountains of papers I used to file. The 2007 version promised major enhancements to this capability, which is why I purchased the new version as soon as it was released.
Unfortunately, I quickly discovered that once I installed 2007, I could no longer access existing attachments, nor could I create new ones. If I tried to use a .mdi file (Microsoft's imaging format) I got an error that the file could not be accessed. When I tried using .pdf files, it was even worse; as soon as I would try to open the .pdf file, Quicken would quit, without so much as an error message.
After spending a couple of hours trying to troubleshoot this myself, I reported it to Quicken's tech support, and dutifully followed their instructions: delete and reinstall all pdf drivers, reinstall Quicken, start with an empty Quicken datafile. None of this solved the problem (it didn't help that some of their responses where in such fractured English as to render them nearly incomprehensible.) Finally I reinstalled the 2006 version, and all my attached documents were once again working. Because I use Quicken on an almost daily basis, I had to make the decision to revert to the earlier version rather quickly, since any work I did in the 2007 version was not backwards-compatible with my 2006 files. Whatever prevented the imaging from working in 2007, it certainly wasn't a problem with the 2006 version.
With the little bit of time that I did run 2007, I was glad to see that they had made some major improvements with Online Banking. For instance, with my E*Trade bank accounts I had to manually import the data into 2006-- it was easy to do, but still not automatic (E*Trade Brokerage has long been supported for auto-updates.)
There was also an overhaul to the look and feel of the screens. Unfortunately, Quicken doesn't give you the option of keeping the old skins, which I would have preferred.
I don't know if I'll give 2007 another shot in a few months, when they have hopefully worked-out the bugs with the imaging, or just wait until 2008 and see what's new there. Though, as a very long-time Quicken user (going back to DOS versions) I have lost a bit of faith in Intuit with this last go-around.18 out of 18 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Not There Yet
by Rigmeister on August 5, 2006
Pros: Getting There
Cons: Still Needs Work
Summary: Over 4000 financial institutions and still not any that I use. There are about 5 choices for Wells Fargo and yet I can't access my Mortgage with Wells Fargo ...
Summary: Over 4000 financial institutions and still not any that I use. There are about 5 choices for Wells Fargo and yet I can't access my Mortgage with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. I also bank with a credit union that isn't among the 4K institutions. The interface is sloppy and the opening window doesn't fit on my 19" monitor. I guess they've built this one for the new 20+ inch flat panel widescreens.
Anyone who pays any attention to their finances doesn't need to see an IN - OUT = WHAT'S LEFT to know what's going on with their finances. The Budget section is another crutch that's been around since at least the 2004 version. An old quote comes to mind when I think "Budget". A Budget is a plan for going broke methodically.
There's a new "Rate" button that they stuck into the Checking Register that links to their new Zipingo website that is a rip-off of angieslist.com
I'll consider my $40 upgrade payment for the new Quicken 2007 Deluxe as a contribution to the development of Quicken 2008 or 2009 and hope they get that one right. Until then I'll stick with Quicken Deluxe 2004.
If you're running an earlier version of Quicken save you money and give them another year or so to get this product up to snuff or at least buy yourself a new widescreen monitor.18 out of 24 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Intuit is going downhill
by metastable69 on January 14, 2007
Pros: They can still turnaround
Cons: Tech support is useless
Summary: When buying a product, you have to look at more than the basic functionality. You also have to look at support.
To be frank, the customer service (or lack thereof) ...Summary: When buying a product, you have to look at more than the basic functionality. You also have to look at support.
To be frank, the customer service (or lack thereof) has completely turned me away from buying any of Intuits products. If they want to survive as a company, they have to lose the Indian tech support.
Tech support grammar is horrendous to the point where the average person couldn't understand what they are trying to say. They are also complete idiots--unable to answer a simple question about importing data from Money to the newest Quicken. 15 minutes with tech support, and they couldn't tell me if they could even import data from Money.
In this page (http://quicken.intuit.com/personal-finance/premier-portfolio-management.jhtml#Q8), the link in the FAQ says that Money data can be converted to 2007 format using a data converter. If you follow the link to (https://quicken.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/quicken.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=2659), there is a prominant note that says "The converter will not convert data to Quicken 2007."
They may be saving a $1 by off-shoring tech support, but they are losing MUCH more than that in lost sales revenue.
Intuit was a really good company at one time. Too bad they sold themselves short with inferior support. Hopefully they'll pull their collective heads out of their arses and build themselves back up as a reputable company.
Until then, I am stuck using Microsoft Money.12 out of 12 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Intuit is "ethically challenged" - Don't buy
by InformedConsumer on February 5, 2007
Pros: It is a good program...however
Cons: Forced upgrades via "Sunset Policy" are unbelievable
Summary: Intuit has a "sunset policy" in the license agreement (which is not uncommon in the software industry) of only providing support for 3 years. I understand the sunset concept, the ...
Summary: Intuit has a "sunset policy" in the license agreement (which is not uncommon in the software industry) of only providing support for 3 years. I understand the sunset concept, the manufacturer can't be expected to support a product forever, however that is not what Intuits policy is limited to...
What you need to realize is that after 3 years, they DISABLE key functionality of the software, forcing you to upgrade to the next version.
I was SATISFIED with Quicken 2004. However, I had to upgrade because Intuit disabled the key functionality of being able to download transactions from my bank!!
Instead of forcing me to upgrade with a "timebomb policy" how about creating a product that I want to upgrade to?
Imagine if Honda came to your house and disabled your car after 3 years?
Look for other software solutions! Don't become an Intuit crack addict.11 out of 11 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Don't bother, not worth your time or effort
by DNaples on January 14, 2007
Pros: Looks good
Cons: Doesn't work as expected, and persistent "upsell" for Q services is annoying at best
Summary: If I would have read all of these reviews first, I would have AVOIDED this program.
I used Q from before they killed support for the older versions, so I ...Summary: If I would have read all of these reviews first, I would have AVOIDED this program.
I used Q from before they killed support for the older versions, so I was optimistic. Now I am only persistently disappointed and frustrated.
Upon startup, I am repeatedly asked to "setup," even though I can see my data from the last session. Setup persistently sends me to "register" online with Q.com, even though I already did. NOW, it will no longer d/l from my bank, and I'm left with only manual input...
Gee whiz ~ I might as well use a plain ol' spreadsheet for all the "new & improved" functionality I've got...7 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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DO NOT BUY IT!!!!!! I am going to return my 2007
by Dion7691 on December 20, 2006
Pros: 2005 Premier version uses less memory and runs faster
Cons: Transfering 2005 Premier files is a nightmare
Summary: If you are thinking of upgrading your older version of Premier, please don't. I am very sorry I did. I have lost my Premier 2005 files in the restoration ...
Summary: If you are thinking of upgrading your older version of Premier, please don't. I am very sorry I did. I have lost my Premier 2005 files in the restoration process and I have been on the phone with tech support now for 6 hours and they have not been able to resolve my file transfer problem. The 2007 program will slow your computer down dramatically!! If you buy this product you will have to switch back to your older version of Premier. Stay away from 2007 Premier. Quickbooks did a very lousy job with this update. Too much memory and speed loss is convincing me to go back to the older version. What were they thinking?
7 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Not if you're switching from MS Money
by force23 on August 29, 2006
Pros: Starts quick, nice interface
Cons: converting data from MS Money is a nightmare
Summary: I bought this dog when I decided I would transition from MS Money to Quicken. I used Quicken in the past and liked it, so I thought I'd try ...
Summary: I bought this dog when I decided I would transition from MS Money to Quicken. I used Quicken in the past and liked it, so I thought I'd try it again. I tried in vain for three nights straight and two calls to Quicken Tech support to resolve the problem, but no such luck. You have to complete a very complicated, lengthy process to try and covert the data, but it doesn't work. Switching from Quicken to MS Money is a snap however. It directly imports into the program without a fuss, but since Quicken doesn't have a built in converter you have to run a converter (seperate download) and hope it works. It didn't. I might give Quicken a try when they are more user friendly, but for now I'll stick with MS Money.
8 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.
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don't buy this until they fix the bugs
by daffydog on August 30, 2006
Pros: Quicken is a decent program
Cons: Quicken releases new versions before bugs are fixed
Summary: I've had many versions of Quicken over the years. Each time I upgrade prematurely (which means within the first few months of release of the new version) I've ...
Summary: I've had many versions of Quicken over the years. Each time I upgrade prematurely (which means within the first few months of release of the new version) I've regretted it. Most recently, my version 2006 stopped recognizing my CD writing drive, for no apparent reason. Uninstalling and reinstalling Quicken 20066 failed to fix the problem. I figured that it would be just as easy to download version 2007. Big mistake. Within four minutes of having Quicken installed, I discovered a ridiculous bug that should have been obvious to the programmers at any time well before release: Quicken assigns a file name to the backup file that is absurdly long, longer than the 26 characters allowed by the Windows CD writing software on which the backup to CD depends. This file name is not alterable by the user. So the whole reason why I upgraded to Quicken 2007 was for naught. I'm now backing up to a USB flash drive, which is probably just as well, but give me a break. If I can find this bug within four minutes of using the program, why can't they?
7 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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discontinues after 3 years!
by dan77062 on February 3, 2007
Pros: none at all
Cons: buggy, automatically obsoletes
Summary: I have used Quicken for over 15 years. Imagine my surprise to get an email from them saying that my Quicken 2004 Premier software will no long download data online ...
Summary: I have used Quicken for over 15 years. Imagine my surprise to get an email from them saying that my Quicken 2004 Premier software will no long download data online after April 30, 2007.
It is now company "policy" to disable their software's functionality after 3 years! It's a stickup-- upgrade or die!
I am switching to GnuCash-- open source, free, works great.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Intuit Inc.
- Part number: 298332
- Description: Optimize your investments and maximize your return with Quicken Premier 2007. You'll get all the features of Quicken Deluxe 2007 plus powerful tools to help you invest, monitor and prosper.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Category Home / entertainment / lifestyle applications
- Subcategory Home / life - personal finance / tax preparation
- Language(s) English
- License pricing Standard
- Localization English
Software
- License Type Complete package
- License Qty 1 user
- License Pricing Standard
- Platform Windows
- Distribution Media CD-ROM
- Package Type Retail
System Requirements
- OS Required Microsoft Windows 2000,
Microsoft Windows XP - Min Processor Type 200 MHz
- Peripheral / Interface Devices SVGA monitor,
2x CD-ROM,
Printer,
Internet connection 28.8 Kbps - System Requirements Details Pentium - RAM 64 MB - HD 100 MB
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Manufacturer: Intuit Inc.
Specs: Home / entertainment / lifestyle applications,
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