1099-etc
1099-etc is Windows desktop software for preparing tax forms including W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C and state quarterly unemployment forms.
What 1099-etc is
1099-etc is Windows desktop software for preparing tax forms including W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C and state quarterly unemployment forms. The W-2/1099 Forms Filer works without a cloud dependency and supports data entry, printing and electronic filing options for W-2, W-3 and many 1099 forms. Its capacity is up to 99,999 employees or recipients per payer. The base 2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer costs $94 a year, billed at $94.00; it is required for add-ons, and there is no free plan. AMS Payroll is an add-on for live or after-the-fact payroll in all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico, supporting up to 1,999 payers and 9,999 employees per payer. Import options include Excel, QuickBooks W-2/1099 files and delimited text. E-File Direct creates files for IRS FIRE or SSA BSO/ACCUWAGE submission, while E-File Services files through a third-party vendor and charges per form. The software can create encrypted PDF reports and provides payer backup and restore.
Good
- Prepares W-2, 1099 and other listed forms.
- Works as desktop software without cloud dependency.
- Imports Excel and QuickBooks W-2/1099 files.
- Offers payer backup and restore.
- Supports encrypted PDF reports.
Watch out
- Windows only.
- No free plan.
- Add-ons require the base program.
- E-File Services charges per form.
Who it suits
It suits accountants, bookkeepers and multi-client firms preparing tax forms on Windows. The maker says it may not suit one-time filers, sole proprietors or people seeking free tools.
Verdict
1099-etc combines desktop form preparation with optional payroll and multiple filing routes. The base software costs $94 a year, and the Windows-only product may be more than occasional filers need.
Plans and prices
From 1099-etc's own pricing page, checked 29 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer | $94 a year | Base program required for add-ons · up to 99,999 employees/recipients per payer · $94.00 |
| E-File Services — Federal E-File, 1–250 forms | $0.88 a month | 1–250 forms · Tax Year 2025 pricing; volume pricing applies |
| Forms Filer Plus add-on | $64, paid once | Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · + $64.00 |
| 1042-S Filer add-on | $94, paid once | Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · + $94.00 |
| Affordable Care Act Filer add-on | $94, paid once | Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · + $94.00 |
| Software Generated Forms add-on | $94, paid once | Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · + $94.00 |
| AMS Payroll add-on | $144, paid once | Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · + $144.00 |
| E-File Direct add-on | $164, paid once | Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · IRS TCC required · + $164.00 |
The facts
Each one read from 1099-etc's own pages, with the date it was checked.
The company
- Company
- 1099-etc is offered by Advanced Micro Solutions, Inc., whose listed address is in Edmond, Oklahoma.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Edmond, Oklahoma, United Stateschecked 28 Sep 2026
What it does
- Core features
- The core program supports W-2, W-3 and many 1099 forms, data entry, printing, electronic filing options and up to 99,999 employees or recipients per payer.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Data protection
- The product can create encrypted PDF reports and offers payer backup and restore.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Desktop software
- The W-2/1099 Forms Filer is described as a desktop solution with no cloud dependency.checked 29 Sep 2026
- E-filing
- E-File Direct creates files for submission through IRS FIRE or SSA BSO/ACCUWAGE, while E-File Services charges per form and files through a third-party vendor.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Integrations
- The Import Assistant accepts formats including Excel, QuickBooks W-2/1099 files, tab-delimited and comma-delimited text, and AMS Payroll can import from QuickBooks or PeachTree using text files.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Intended users
- The maker says its customers are mostly accountants, bookkeepers and multi-client firms, and says it may not suit one-time filers, sole proprietors or people seeking free tools.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Payroll
- The AMS Payroll add-on supports live or after-the-fact payroll for all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Payroll capacities
- AMS Payroll supports up to 1,999 payers and up to 9,999 employees per payer.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- 1099-etc prepares W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C and state quarterly unemployment forms.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Security note
- The maker says a Windows SmartScreen warning can appear for its downloads and advises checking the displayed app and publisher names before continuing installation.checked 29 Sep 2026
- Support
- The maker lists technical support at +1 (405) 340-0697 and +1 (800) 578-1780.checked 29 Sep 2026
Money
- Free plan
- Nochecked 20 Sep 2026
