InnerPC vs Rightworks

At a Glance

Both solutions help CPA firms work more efficiently in the cloud, but they differ in infrastructure, flexibility, management, and long-term scalability. Here’s a quick overview.

Enterprise Azure Hosting
Fully Managed IT
Cybersecurity Services
Business Continuity
Scalable Cloud Infrastructure
CPA Technology Specialists

Hosted Desktop
Managed Environment
Security Features
Backup & Recovery
Fixed Hosting Model
Accounting Platform

Feature Comparison

Compare the core capabilities that matter most when selecting a cloud hosting provider for your CPA firm.

Microsoft Azure Infrastructure

Partial

Fully Managed IT Services

Limited

Cybersecurity Services

Business Continuity

Limited

Disaster Recovery

Microsoft 365 Integration

Accounting Software Support

Remote Work Access

Multi-Factor Authentication

Dedicated Technology Consulting

Excellent

Good

Scalable Cloud Resources

Limited

Personalized Support

Limited

Compare Every Important Area

Explore how each solution approaches the areas that matter most for modern CPA firms.

Infrastructure

Built on Microsoft Azure's enterprise cloud platform, providing flexible resources, high availability, and scalable infrastructure designed for growing CPA firms.

Provides a managed hosted desktop environment focused primarily on accounting applications and remote access.

Security

Includes layered cybersecurity services such as endpoint protection, threat monitoring, secure backups, multi-factor authentication, and Microsoft security technologies.

Provides security controls and managed hosting security features appropriate for hosted accounting environments.

Managed IT Support

Offers proactive IT management, technology planning, system monitoring, maintenance, and responsive technical support for day-to-day operations.

Provides platform support focused on its hosted environment and supported applications.

Microsoft Azure Integration

Native Microsoft Azure infrastructure with seamless integration for Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint.

Supports Microsoft applications but operates within its own managed hosting environment.

Scalability

Resources can scale as your firm grows, making it easy to add users, storage, applications, and cloud services without major infrastructure changes.

Supports business growth but with a more standardized hosting model.

Business Continuity

Designed with resilient Azure infrastructure, automated backups, and disaster recovery planning to help minimize downtime during unexpected events

Provides backup and recovery capabilities to help maintain business operations.

Compliance & Data Protection

Supports firms with security practices that align with industry standards, helping protect sensitive financial information and strengthen compliance efforts.

Provides security and compliance features suitable for accounting firms.

Technology Partnership

Acts as an ongoing technology partner by helping CPA firms plan, optimize, secure, and scale their IT environment over time.

Primarily focuses on delivering and supporting its hosted desktop platform.

Which Solution Is Right for Your Firm?

If your priority is Microsoft Azure infrastructure, proactive IT management, cybersecurity, and long-term scalability, InnerPC offers a comprehensive technology partnership designed specifically for CPA firms.

If you need help evaluating your options, our specialists can walk you through the differences and recommend the best fit for your firm’s goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Here are answers to the most common questions from CPA firms considering Microsoft Azure and managed IT services.

01. How is InnerPC different from Rightworks?

InnerPC works exclusively with CPA and accounting firms, offering personalized, in-house support with fast response times. Rightworks serves a much larger, broader client base, which can mean longer wait times and less personalized service.

02. Is InnerPC more affordable than Rightworks?

InnerPC offers transparent, straightforward pricing with no hidden fees or long-term contracts. Rightworks’ pricing often requires a sales conversation and may include additional costs not clear upfront.

03. Does InnerPC offer the same Azure hosting capabilities as Rightworks?

Yes. InnerPC provides full Microsoft Azure hosting for the same tax and accounting applications, including Lacerte, UltraTax CS, CCH Axcess, and QuickBooks, backed by dedicated Azure expertise.

04. Which provider offers better support response times?

InnerPC provides live, in-house support with fast response times, since our team works directly with your firm. Larger providers like Rightworks often route support through larger, less personalized support queues.

05. Does InnerPC require a long-term contract like Rightworks?

No. InnerPC offers flexible engagement without locking your firm into long-term commitments, giving you the freedom to choose the provider that best fits your needs.

06. Why do CPA firms switch from Rightworks to InnerPC?

Firms typically switch for faster, more personalized support, transparent pricing, and a provider that understands accounting-specific workflows and compliance needs rather than treating them as just another client.

Still Have Questions?

Our Microsoft Azure and CPA technology specialists are here to help.