FreeTaxUSA / TaxHawk
FreeTaxUSA / TaxHawk Average Rating: 4 Stars
Authorized IRS e-file provider. You only pay a filing fee after you complete your income taxes and are ready to either print or e-file. Easy step-by-step online interview.
  • Secure servers with SSL encryption.
  • State filing is available for some states.
  • 100% accuracy guarantee.

TaxSlayer
TaxSlayer Average Rating: 4 Stars
Individual tax preparation software. The program provides all the forms, calculations and links to allow you to prepare and e-file your tax return with the IRS. $9.95 to download and an additional $9.95 to file for a total of $19.90.
  • eFiling included.
  • State taxes included.
  • Choose from web based or download.

TaxACT
TaxACT Average Rating: 3 Stars
Offers online federal and state tax software with an option to efile. IRS approved. Print your return using Adobe Reader or file electronically for free.
  • Choose from either online tax preparation or software download.
  • Complete your tax return at your own pace. Your return is automatically saved as you work.
  • Get the maximum possible legal deductions.
  • Automatically determines which 1040 form is most appropriate for you.

TaxSimple
TaxSimple Average Rating: 3 Stars
Offers form-based online tax preparation software for federal and state tax returns. Comprehensive and powerful enough to prepare complex returns quickly. It Includes e-filing and transaction processing services for accounting professionals.

TaxBrain
TaxBrain Average Rating: 3 Stars
IRS approved and guaranteed accurate. Includes all 50 states. Free to use, pay only when your print or e-file. Starts at $19.95.
  • Prepare federal and state income tax returns online.
  • E-file state returns with your federal tax return.
  • Get the tax forms that are right for you.
  • Secure access to prior year's income tax returns.
  • 100% secure.

CompleteTax
CompleteTax Average Rating: 3 Stars
Professional tax software and electronic filing for Form 1040. Prepares both your federal and resident state tax returns, starting at $25.95.
  • Interview based.
  • Identifies possible inaccuracies and omissions.
  • E-files your return directly to the IRS. You also have the option to print and mail your return.

QuickTax
QuickTax Average Rating: 3 Stars
Canadian tax software with free filing for those with simple income (T4, T4A, tip income, pension income).

The Standard edition is $14.99 for those with RRSPs, medical expenses, online banking or tuition.


H&R Block TaxCut
H&R Block TaxCut Average Rating: 2 Stars
Versatile tax software designed to maximize your deductions. Starts at $14.95.
  • Interview based questions.
  • Imports from financial software.
  • Error checking.
  • Guidance for investors and self-employed.

TurboTax
TurboTax Average Rating: 2 Stars
Tax preparation software by Intuit. Features Quicken integration, spreadsheets and state electronic filing. Free to use, pay only when your print or e-file. Turbo Tax starts at $19.95 including efile.
  • Easy question-and-answer format guides you with confidence.
  • Finish fast to get your refund as quickly as possible.
  • Data is kept safe with data protection.

IRS Free File
IRS Free File Average Rating: 1 Stars
Through a partnership with 17 tax software providers, the IRS offers its own free tax preparation and free electronic filing through the Free File program.

The IRS announced that they will flag tax payers that use Free File. They also claim you will get a faster refund.