TaxAct vs TurboTax
| TaxAct | TurboTax | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $44.99/mo | $79/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | $44.99one-time | $79one-time |
| Self-employment support | Yes | Yes |
| Investment income | Yes | Yes |
| Rental income | Yes | Yes |
| State filing | paid_add_on | paid_add_on |
| Mobile access | web_and_mobile | web_and_mobile |
| Audit support | Yes | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Personal Tax Software, Best Tax Preparation Software, Best AI Tax Software, Best Small Business Tax Software. On The Geeks Club, TaxAct scores higher on our published basis.