We like the new, tabbed layout, which helps organize information without causing clutter you can customize the page to display the elements you use most. Unlike the subtle changes to Microsoft Money 2007, Quicken 2007's makeover is obvious once you open the program. Installation of Quicken Premier 2007 took about five minutes in our tests on a Windows XP machine. Mac users can pick the $59.99 edition (equivalent to Deluxe for PCs) for OS 10.3.9 and up. You can also check out $29.99 Quicken Basic, but it lacks the electronic check storage, 401(k) and IRA tracking, as well as the assistance with tax deductions that the Deluxe version provides for $10 more.
An edition that's one step above it is the $89.99 Quicken Home & Business 2007, which tracks Schedule C expenses, offers custom invoicing, and handles accounts payable and receivables (but turn to QuickBooks to manage the ins and outs of a small business with multiple employees). We reviewed Quicken Premier 2007, which costs $69.99 and includes investment monitoring tools. On the other hand, Microsoft Money 2007 works for Windows XP only. Quicken 2007 works with PCs running Windows 2000 and newer editions (with 128 MB of RAM recommended).
