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Evaluating 125 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the dedicated professional staff for their helpful communication, excellent responsiveness, and expert support, making routine financial management and complex tax seasons much simpler. Reviewers also highlight the intuitive digital platform and clear financial reports, which save valuable operational time, reduce daily stress, and provide continuous peace of mind. However, some reviewers were not happy with the high staff turnover, noting that frequent changes in assigned personnel affected overall team continuity. Other consumers mentioned occasional service delays, communication gaps, and administrative challenges regarding specific tax filing deadlines or automated expense categorization.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had a rocky start with Bench, but over time, they have gotten much better, and I can rest knowing my books are taken care of. Especially as I have a few unusual rules - they keep on top of everythin... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Bench has been a great resource for our business. They are very detailed in their work and when you have questions or did them to fix an error they happily fix it. The only reason I didn’t give them... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I've been with Bench for 3 years and in the past, I had concerns with the lack of proactiveness. However, things have definitely turned around. I've had a much better experience this year and look for... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have been with Bench Accounting for five years. Overall, I have been pleased with my services from them. Bench was ahead of schedule with my financial package this year which was an improvement fro... See more

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Company details

  1. Accounting Firm
  2. also in
  3. Accounting Software Company
  4. Bookkeeping Service
  5. Financial Consultant
  6. Tax Preparation

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Bench does your small business books for you. We'll connect you with one of our in-house bookkeepers. Then, they'll prepare your monthly and year-end financials—so you don't have to. Sign up for a trial, and get 1 month of bookkeeping done risk-free.


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Communication between myself and Bench…

Communication between myself and Bench has always been great. They get back to me in a timely manner and answer any questions I have.

November 13, 2024
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We are ecstatic to hear that communication with Bench Accounting has always been great. Thank you for sharing your experience!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This is the worst platform ever.

This is the worst platform ever.

Absolutely a scam platform. They lock you into contracts and then they force you to use your software.

NEVER USE THEM

November 1, 2024
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We’re sorry to hear about your experience and want to assure you that our team is actively working to resolve your concerns. Thank you for your patience as we address this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Customer Service

Everyone who I spoke with at Bench was knowledgeable. They communicate well and are professional.

October 16, 2024
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Your review is appreciated. We are glad to hear you had a great experience with our knowledgeable and professional team at Bench Accounting. Thank you for sharing your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I can't recommend this accounting team enough! They are always here to help, providing prompt and professional service whenever I need assistance. Truly a 5-star experience!

November 13, 2024
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Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bench Excels at What They Do

I’ve had a great experience with Bench for the last 2 years. I am so appreciative of their patience as my income fluctuates and working with me to continue my subscription. The customer service is top tier too. Bookkeeping is completed timely and accurately. They’re patient with me and I am patient with them. All issues have been resolved satisfactorily. I’m happy and look forward to continuing my service with them for years to come. Shout out to Marina! She’s awesome! Always professional and efficient. Mark is professional and efficient as well. Thank you all so much!

November 4, 2024
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Your positive feedback is appreciated. We are glad to hear about your great experience with Bench Accounting. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Do enjoy working with Bench

Do enjoy working with Bench. They do the heavy lifting so I don't need to. It can run a tad behind sometimes but when the reports are finished they are very informative and let me see where I need to cut spending, increase revenue. More importantly they take a task off my plate. As a small business owner I already take no too many roles and Bench eases that burden.

November 14, 2024
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We're overjoyed to hear that you enjoy working with Bench and find our reports informative. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear & Consistent

Our bookkeeper, Ryan, is excellent to work with. His communication is clear and consistent and he follows through on action items in a timely manner. He's been able to provide us with options and feedback on bookkeeping related decisions, as well. Bench has been a great fit for our small business!

November 14, 2024
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Thank you immensely for your positive feedback! We deeply cherish your kind words about Ryan and our services.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Extremely Disappointed with Inaccurate and Incomplete Bookkeeping Services

I signed up for Bench Accounting bookkeeping services in September, expecting professional and accurate records within the 10–15 days they promised for historical bookkeeping. However, nearly two months later, my records remain incomplete, and the work done so far contains hundreds of miscategorized transactions. Despite repeatedly submitting requested documents, my accounts are still inaccurate, and there seems to be no end in sight.

The Terms of Service state they will deliver "accurate monthly books and year-end tax-ready financial packages." Unfortunately, this has not been my experience. For two months in a row, I've received inaccurate monthly books, and I now lack confidence in their ability to complete accurate year-end financials. Had I relied on their data for tax filing, I would have drastically overpaid in taxes.

Despite reaching out and escalating to their management, I’m left with the feeling that this service is not delivering on its promises. I paid over $4,600, and yet I’m now hiring another provider to get the job done correctly.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel obligated to warn others about my experience. I would strongly advise anyone considering Bench Accouting to look elsewhere for reliable bookkeeping support.

November 14, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience and understand your frustration. A member of our Client Success team will reach out to you directly to address your concerns and work together toward a resolution.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A no brainer for a small business

Bench really makes the bookkeeping process so easy for our company. I qualified as a Chartered Accountant, so I know what it takes and I have a high benchmark. At first I was skeptical about Bench, but after actually using it and working with my assigned bookkeeper, I am now a big fan of their offering.

November 13, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

We are glad to hear that Bench has made bookkeeping easy for your small business. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience!

The end of the year packaged is excellent. Agents are great communicators and easy to work with. There are times when Agent turnover rate is high. That is the only downside. Otherwise we love Bench.co and have used them for over 5 years.

November 13, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Bench Accounting. We're glad to hear you've had a great experience with us over the years. Your feedback helps us improve.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bigger companies beware.

I've been going back and forth multiple times weekly for the past 4 months. The bookkeeping group has a hard time figuring out categories on their own and the group seems to not know what they are doing. it was faster using quickbooks. I'm late filing because they are incompetent. Interest is adding up every day.

November 12, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

Sorry for any inconvenience you've experienced with our services. Please feel free to reach out to us at client.care@bench.co to discuss your concerns further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been working with Bench for about 5+…

Been working with Bench for about 5+ years now and the experience is always a pleasure. It's gotten much more efficient as the years have gone on and takes a ton off my plate.

November 10, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

We're utterly delighted to hear about your positive experience working with Bench Accounting for over 5 years. Thank you for sharing your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Every member of the bench team that I…

Every member of the bench team that I have had contact with has been very pleasant to talk to and answer any questions in a very timely manner, I highly recommend the bench team for your accounting and tax needs. The one thing I will say is the software or programming needs updating, It seems slow and my Plaid keeps getting disconnected. Human interaction is amazing, software program can use some help.

November 11, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

We are pleased to hear about your positive interactions with our team. Thank you for your feedback on our software, we will take that into consideration.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Bench

Bench has been a lifesaver for my business—classy, reliable, and always on point with deadlines. Their team kept communication easy and made sure my books were accurate and stress-free. With their help, I hit all my deadlines and felt completely confident in my numbers.

November 11, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

We are delighted to hear about your positive experience with Bench Accounting. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything ties to Tax Reporting!

Have now been with them through two tax years and my life went from being nightmarish (with Quickbooks team) to being solid and always tied up to my tax reports. It's a big change and I really appreciate Bench's processes and team. Tax time will be another cake walk.

November 8, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

Thank you immensely for sharing your experience with Bench Accounting! We are thrilled to hear that our processes have made tax reporting easier for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super busy small business owner

I'm super busy and I operate a small business in addition to a full-time job. The combination of modern tech and great people at Bench is a lifesaver for me. They are always on top of things and I'd highly recommend them if you need a bookkeeper.

November 8, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Bench Accounting. We are thrilled to hear that our services have been a lifesaver for your busy schedule.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect solution for new businesses!

I started using Bench from the moment I launched my company, and it has been a lifesaver. Setting up my accounting was straightforward, and the platform's user-friendly interface made it easy to understand my finances right from the start. As a new business owner, I appreciate how Bench helps me stay on top of everything without needing a deep accounting background. The support team is always there to help with any questions I have. If you're starting a new business, I highly recommend Bench – it's been essential to my company’s financial management!

Ufuk ARSLAN
Mobilist, INC.

November 8, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

We greatly appreciate your positive feedback! Thank you for sharing your experience with Bench Accounting.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Patience Bookkeeping

Bernice is excellent to work with. She was patient with my questions and concerns and provided satisfactory answers. The interaction was quick and easy.

October 2, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

Thank you for sharing your experience Bench Accounting. We're overjoyed to hear about your positive interaction and satisfaction with the service provided.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend Bench

I have been using Bench for about 7 years now and I can't speak more highly of them. They keep my books and do a great job with it and get it done in a timely manner.

November 7, 2024
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Reply from Bench Accounting

We are grateful for your long-term trust in Bench Accounting. Thank you for your positive feedback!

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