H&R BLOCK: Best free tax software for simple returns
- Federal: $55 to $115. The free version is available for simple tax returns only.
- State: $0 to $49 per state.
TurboTax: Best overall tax software
- Federal: $69 to $129. Free version available for Form 1040 and limited credits only. Roughly 37% of filers qualify.
- State: $0 to $64 per state.
TaxSlayer: Best affordable tax software
- Federal: $37.95 to $67.95. The free version is available for simple tax returns only.
- State: $0 to $44.95 per state.
TaxAct: Competitive tax software to consider
- Federal: $49.99 to $99.99. The free version is available for simple tax returns only.
- State: $39.99 to $59.99 per state.
