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# BQE CORE Suite

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> BQE CORE transforms the way Professional Service firms manage performance, people, project lifecycles, workflows, forecasts \&amp; budgets. 
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 796 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses BQE CORE Suite?

With more than 400,000 users worldwide, BQE CORE is trusted by Architects, Engineers, Construction Designers, Consultants, Interior Designers, Accountants, Legal Professionals, Contractors, and more.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 796 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: BQE Software
- **Location**: Torrance, US
- **Founded**: 1995

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: The pricing structure is designed to fit specific needs—users only pay for the features that their staff actually use. Annual and multi-year commitment options are available to support the unique needs of each firm. Users can get a free quote and learn how CORE can maximize productivity and profitability.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: Canada, United States

## Features

- Accounting
- Activity Tracking
- Approval Workflow
- Billable & Non-Billable Hours
- Billable Items Tracking
- Calendar Management
- Case Management
- Case Notes
- Client Management
- Client Portal
- Collaboration Tools
- Core Accounting
- Cost Estimating
- Cost Management
- Customer Statements
- Document Management
- Due Date Tracking
- Employee Database
- Employee Management
- Expense Tracking
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- For AEC Industry
- Income & Balance Sheet
- Invoice Management
- Invoice Processing
- Leave Tracking
- Legal Case Management
- Mobile Access
- Mobile Payments
- Online Payments
- Overtime Calculation
- Payment Collection
- Payment Processing
- Profit/Loss Statement
- Progress Reports
- Project Management
- Project Planning/Scheduling
- Project Time Tracking
- Quotes/Estimates
- Real-Time Updates
- Receipt Management
- Receivables Ledger
- Resource Scheduling
- Self Service Portal
- Time & Expense Tracking
- Time Tracking
- Timesheet Management
- Transaction Management
- Workflow Management

... and 47 more features

## Integrations (15 total)

- 8am AffiniPay
- 8am LawPay
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- Dropbox
- Google Drive
- MYOB Business
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Power BI
- Office 365 Document Management
- OneDrive
- QuickBooks Online
- Stripe
- Tax1099.com
- Xero

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- 24/7 (Live rep)
- Chat

## Category

- [Time and Expense Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30080/time-and-expense/software)

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## Reviews

### "Comprehensive Solution for Project and Financial Management" — 5.0/5

> **Gagandeep** | *28 September 2026* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I liked BQE CORE Suite’s ability to bring time tracking, project management, billing, and accounting functions together in one platform. It helps keep project and financial information organized and accessible.
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> **Cons**: The platform has a lot of features, which can make it feel complex at first. Some workflows may require extra steps, and learning the more advanced functionality can take some time.
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> My overall experience with BQE CORE Suite has been positive. It is a comprehensive solution that helps streamline project and financial management, although the interface and some advanced features could be more intuitive.

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### "BQE Core, a great product\!" — 5.0/5

> **Nick** | *6 January 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
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> **Pros**: Simplifies Invoicing and Billing and enhances Project Management over Time Keeping.
> 
> **Cons**: Implementation was a challenge primarily due to QBO, but sales expectations were different from reality.
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> Been great, when there is an issue, the BQE Core team goes out of there way to fix it.

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### "Fantastic  give straight AAAA" — 5.0/5

> **Robert** | *10 June 2026* | Airlines/Aviation | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Very nice I like it A lot I like reviewing the question I enjoy answering questions ect now read a lot  and answer a lot questions
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> **Cons**: I&#10;Like it there was a a lot words and questions to answer ect now a lot answers to do on the core ect
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> Good  and fantastic great perfect ect great ect now nice cool pleased wonderful satisfied all doing good

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### "Powerful and Streamlined Solution That Elevates Project Management" — 5.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *6 May 2026* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: What I liked most about BQE CORE Suite is how it brings everything—project management, time tracking, and accounting—into one clean, easy-to-use platform. It saves time, reduces errors, and makes it simple to stay organized and on top of project finances.
> 
> **Cons**: One area for improvement is that the platform can feel a bit complex initially due to its wide range of features. There’s a learning curve when getting started, and some reports or settings could be more intuitive. However, once you become familiar with it, the system becomes much easier to navigate and use effectively.
> 
> Overall, my experience with BQE CORE Suite has been very positive. It’s a powerful, all-in-one solution that helps streamline project management, time tracking, and accounting in a single platform. While there is a bit of a learning curve at the beginning, the efficiency and visibility it provides into projects and finances make it well worth it.

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### "Speed up time and expense tracking, easy all-in-one system\!" — 5.0/5

> **Sydney** | *9 June 2025* | Design | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Able to implement it quickly, and my team caught on quick with training. It was not as painful to switch from our previous processes as we expected.
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> **Cons**: There have been some minor bugs but we were never without anything for an extended amount of time and customer service has been very helpful.
> 
> Overall our company is very satisfied with the use of CORE. We have become much more efficient in our operations and allowing more of our employee's time to be not only used for more important things than tedious admin work, but also easier to view and project their day to day tasks.

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