--- description: Detailed reviews on TaxAct Business based on features, pricing, usability, and ratings. Get a quick overview advantages and disadvantages. Compare TaxAct Business with similar products. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: TaxAct Business Reviews, Prices & Ratings | GetApp Canada 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Tax Management Software](/directory/248/tax-management/software) > [TaxAct Business](/software/91605/taxact) # TaxAct Business Canonical: https://www.getapp.ca/software/91605/taxact Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.ca/software/91605/taxact?page=2) > TaxACT specializes in tax preparation software and Web-based services. The flagship product, TaxACT, provides its users the highest degree of accuracy and completeness and is designed by in-house programmers, CPAs (Certified Public Accountants), and tax accountants. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 42 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of TaxAct Business - Free Version It's true\! FREE to prepare, FREE to print, FREE to e-file - no income or age restrictions. Get the fastest tax refund possible with free e-file. Handles simple AND complex tax returns — supports 1040, 1040A, \& 1040EZ, and includes all e-fileable IRS forms to handle all filing statuses \& life situations. Finds all credits \& deductions for the biggest refund Boost your tax savings with Credit, Deduction, and Income Examiners. Get the biggest refund guaranteed with TaxACT's Maximum Refund Pledge. See how changes affect your refund after every step of TaxACT's easy interview process. All the free help \& support you need, when you need it Never get stumped by a tax question. The enhanced TaxACT Answer Center gives you personalized, free help. Search for the fastest answers and video tutorials, or contact technical and TaxPayer Support specialists by email for free. Receive help via phone for a one-time fee of $7.99 for the entire 2013 tax year. - Deluxe for $12.99 Turn 1,300+ commonly donated items into huge savings Put more cash in your wallet\! Donation Assistant® tracks your charitable donations and provides audit-backed values - eliminating guess work. View Donation Assistant in action. ENHANCED\! Learn how life changes impact your taxes Redesigned to be even easier to understand major tax implications, New content in TaxACT Life Events will help you get the biggest income tax deductions possible with personalized life tips that appear as you complete your return. Multiple import options save time \& reduce errors TaxACT Import transfers vital personal data from last year's tax return, including AGI/PIN and others required to match IRS records in order to e-file. Other imports include Stock Import, W-2 Import and Schedule K-1 Import. - Free Edition + State for $17.99 Finish your state tax return fast and easy All of your federal tax information automatically transfers to your state tax return. Simply start your federal return with either TaxACT Online Free Edition or TaxACT Online Deluxe, answer a few state specific questions, and you'll have your state taxes done in minutes. All the free help \& support you need, when you need it Never get stumped by a tax question. The TaxACT Answer Center gives you personalized, free help. Search for the fastest answers and video tutorials, or contact technical and TaxPayer Support specialists by email for free. Receive help via phone for a one-time fee of $7.99 for the entire 2013 tax year. Free state e-file for a faster refund The fastest way to get your state refund is included at no additional cost. Available for all 42 income-taxing states that accept e-filed returns. When you e-file, you'll get an acknowledgement from the state as proof that your return has been filed. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 42 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support Software | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: TaxAct - **Location**: Cedar Rapids, US ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$69.95 - **Pricing model**: (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Free Federal Edition Deluxe for $12.99 Start for Free Free Edition + State for $17.99 Deluxe + State for $17.99 Ultimate Bundle Deluxe (Federal) + State: $17.99 Over the web $21.99 Download or CD $28.99 Download or CD Home and Business Bundles: 1065 Bundle for $59.99 1120S Bundle for $59.99 1120 Bundle for $59.99 - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500 - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - Audit Management - Corporate/Business - Data Import/Export - Electronic Filing - K-1 Reporting - Tax Calculation - Tax Filing ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Tax Management Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/248/tax-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Tax Management Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/248/tax-management/software) - [Corporate Tax Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/1815/corporate-tax/software) - [Tax Preparation Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/3852/tax-preparation/software) ## Alternatives 1. [TaxDome](https://www.getapp.ca/software/2035759/taxdome) — 4.7/5 (3587 reviews) 2. [MyTAXPrepOffice](https://www.getapp.ca/software/2050048/mytaxprepoffice) — 4.5/5 (228 reviews) 3. [TurboTax Business](https://www.getapp.ca/software/106771/turboxtax-business) — 4.5/5 (273 reviews) 4. [Drake Tax](https://www.getapp.ca/software/2049648/drake-tax) — 3.8/5 (114 reviews) 5. [IRIS Elements](https://www.getapp.ca/software/181851/taxfiler) — 4.1/5 (14 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Good tax service" — 5.0/5 > **Sam** | *December 5, 2019* | Medical Practice | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: This site allows you to do annual taxes without the need of a CPA. It walks you through step by step on items you may need to enter. > > **Cons**: It is not as user friendly as some other options such as taxslayer and TurboTax. It is a cheaper option though. > > For the money it is a high quality product but other competition my be easier to use. ----- ### "Simple Filing" — 4.0/5 > **Stacey** | *July 15, 2021* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Data can be pulled from previous years, making it quick and easy to enter information that has stayed the same. > > **Cons**: Questions can get redundant that have to be answered multiple times. There are features I do not take advantage of, but the cost seems like it could have a lower option. > > TaxAct makes tax time much easier for me to file taxes on my own. ----- ### "TaxAct Review" — 3.0/5 > **Teresa** | *January 22, 2021* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: Much cheaper then many of the other Tax software products. The is the main reason I switch because the price is right and they have great customer service. > > **Cons**: I have yet to find anything to bad because this is my first time using it. I feel if you read instructions you can complete if with no problem. ----- ### "Good tax software" — 5.0/5 > **Tanya** | *September 24, 2019* | Accounting Software | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like the cost compared to Turbo Tax and the results come out exactly the same when comparing the two options. > > **Cons**: Customer support could be better and sometimes finding information on the tax items is hard to find. > > I use this for my personal businesses and have been very happy. Switched a few years ago and wouldn't go back. ----- ### "Easy to Use What More Can You Ask For" — 5.0/5 > **Susan** | *September 9, 2019* | Graphic Design Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: TaxAct Business takes the headaches out of filing taxes... well almost. Let's face it, you still have to file them :( After you have your final numbers, it's just plug and play. Electronic filing is a breeze. > > **Cons**: I discovered that my taxes did not get filed a couple of years ago. I have to confess that it might have been totally my error but just be sure you get the confirmation email that your returns have been accepted. > > Tackling that year-end chore of filing my taxes is almost palatable with TaxAct Business. ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.ca/software/91605/taxact?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.ca/software/91605/taxact) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | ----- ## Structured Data