1042-S Pro
6.1#13 in tax information reporting software$1,119 one-timeWindows
Visit1042-S Pro vs efile4Biz
What both publish
| Fact | 1042-S Pro | efile4Biz |
|---|---|---|
| Corrections | The software creates printed or electronic corrections and identifies one-part and two-part correction types. | The service supports corrections for W-2, multiple 1099 types, 1098, ACA and 5498 forms, with a listed $7.95 correction charge. |
| Imports | Records can be imported from Excel or text files, including mapped Excel, delimited, CSV, or TAB files. | Import options include QuickBooks Online, a QuickBooks Desktop plug-in, Xero API, and an Excel template. |
| Purpose | 1042-S Pro is professional software for 1042-S reporting, printing, and electronic filing. | efile4Biz provides online filing and delivery services for 1099, W-2, and ACA forms. |
| Security | The software offers individual or group security profiles and audit trails recording form changes with the user, date, and time. | The security page says data is encrypted in transit and at rest and that MFA is available for account access. |
| Support | 1099 Pro offers live chat, email, and phone support, with standard hours Monday–Friday 7am–5pm PST and additional January weekend hours. | Basic includes chat and email support, while Plus and Premium include priority chat and email; callback requests vary by tier. |
1042-S Pro plans
- Single User$1,119, paid once
- 2 to 5 Users$1,749, paid once
- Unlimited Users$2,399, paid once
efile4Biz plans
- BasicFree
- 1099-NEC e-file, print and mail$5.25, paid once
- 1042-S e-file, print and mail$17.95, paid once
- Plus$149 a year
- Premium$399 a year
Pick 1042-S Pro if…
It suits organizations filing 1042-S forms on supported Windows systems, especially those needing imports, corrections, federal e-filing, printing, and audit trails. A functional demo is available before activation.
Pick efile4Biz if…
efile4Biz suits tax professionals and CPAs filing for multiple clients, as well as business owners and office managers handling tax forms. Its import options may fit users working with QuickBooks, Xero, or Excel data.