--- description: Review of BQE CORE Suite Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: BQE CORE Suite | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Higher Education Software](/directory/4253/higher-education/software) > [BQE CORE Suite](/software/37091/bqe-core-project-management) # BQE CORE Suite Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/37091/bqe-core-project-management Page: 1 / 33\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/37091/bqe-core-project-management?page=2) > BQE CORE is a cloud-based accounting and invoicing software designed for architecture, engineering, and consulting firms. The platform enables users to streamline operations and administrative tasks, helping manage projects, resources, and finances. BQE CORE offers project management tools that provide visibility into project progress and financial performance. It includes accounting and invoicing capabilities, time and expense tracking, resource planning, and staffing optimization tools. Additionally, BQE CORE also features CRM functionality, reporting and analytics with real-time data insights, and billing automation with ePayments. It facilitates seamless data flow between functions, reducing double data entry and administrative overhead. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 792 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 792 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 - API - Accounting - Accounting Integration - Accounts Payable - Accounts Receivable - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Alerts/Notifications - Approval Process Control - Approval Workflow - Attendance Tracking - Audit Trail - Automatic Billing - Automatic Time Capture - Bank Reconciliation - Batch Processing - Benefits Management - Billable & Non-Billable Hours - Billable Items Tracking - Billing & Invoicing ## Integrations (15 total) - 8am AffiniPay - 8am LawPay - ArchiSnapper - Box - 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 - [Higher Education Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4253/higher-education/software) ## Related Categories - [Higher Education Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4253/higher-education/software) - [Expense Report Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/427/expense-management/software) - [Attendance Tracking Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/404/time-attendance/software) - [Leave Management Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3926/absence-management/software) - [Farm Accounting Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/289/agriculture-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The reporting and visibility into project performance are also valuable for making better business decisions. > > **Cons**: The biggest challenge is that the platform offers many features, which can make it feel overwhelming for new users. The learning curve can be higher during initial setup, and some workflows could be simplified to make navigation more intuitive. > > My overall experience with BQE CORE Suite has been positive. It is a comprehensive platform that helps streamline project management, time tracking, billing, and financial operations. The system provides useful tools for improving productivity and maintaining better visibility into business activities. With proper onboarding and training, it can be a valuable solution for organizations looking to manage their operations more efficiently. ----- ### "Excellent Software for Architects" — 5.0/5 > **Colby** | *18 April 2026* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The simplicity of logging hours, sorting the task, and being able to add notes for accurate billing and invoicing. > > **Cons**: Not being able to read longer titles on projects. Sometimes the discipline I am billing is at the very end, and I am unable to see which one until I has already logged it. > > BQE Core suite offers more education than any other platform I’ve used to manage projects, hours, and billing. ----- ### "BQE Core - Time and Billing" — 5.0/5 > **Tanya** | *31 August 2021* | Civil Engineering | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Time management for projects along with tracking time for payroll > > **Cons**: Some of the reporting features have to be worked at to come to the desired result. ----- ### "My BQE personal review" — 5.0/5 > **Ahmed** | *20 June 2026* | Food & Beverages | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: That it's a platform designed specifically for architecture and engineering and professional services firms > > **Cons**: What I like least about it that it replaced older legacy platforms like billquick and archi office I was adoring them too much > > My over all experience with BQE is absolutely amazing and I am 100 % satisfied since I started to use it ----- ### "BQE Core, a great product\!" — 5.0/5 > **Nick** | *6 January 2025* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **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. > > Been great, when there is an issue, the BQE Core team goes out of there way to fix it. ----- Page: 1 / 33\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/37091/bqe-core-project-management?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/37091/bqe-core-project-management) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data