H&R Block Online
H&R Block Online is tax-preparation software available on the web, iOS and Android, with options for simple returns, investments, rental income and self-employment. Free Online is intended for simple tax situations and supports Form 1040 with only limited listed schedules. It excludes itemized deductions, self-employment, rental income, capital gains, business income and foreign income; interest and dividend income is limited to $1,500. H&R Block says approximately 52% of filers qualify for Free Edition. State filing carries an additional per-state charge, and the company says it provides prices upfront and updates customers if they change. Deluxe, Premium and Self-Employed include unlimited expert help. Paid DIY products include 24/7 generative AI chat and live tax-pro help, and Tax Pro Review can be added during filing. The Tax Prep app supports filing on any device and document uploads. Previous-year returns from TurboTax or another tax-prep service can be imported. Online stores a return online; downloadable software stores it on the computer for offline work.
Who it is for
It suits people seeking online or mobile filing for simple returns, investments, rental income or self-employment. Free Online is limited to simple situations; filers needing excluded income or deductions should consider the listed paid options.
What is good
- Available on web, iOS and Android.
- Paid tiers include unlimited expert help.
- Tax Pro Review can be added during filing.
- Previous tax-service returns can be imported.
What to know first
- Free Online excludes itemized deductions and several income types.
- Free tier limits interest and dividends to $1,500.
- State filing has an additional per-state charge.
Verdict
H&R Block Online offers filing paths for simple returns as well as investment, rental and business income. Review Free Online’s exclusions and state charges against your tax situation before choosing a plan.
H&R Block Online plans and pricing
All plansCompared on personal tax software
- Free plan
- Yes
