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Drake Tax

6.8#10 in small business tax softwareFrom $299.99 a year
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TaxAct

7.5#2 in small business tax softwareFree plan
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FactDrake TaxTaxAct
Founded19771998
HeadquartersFranklin, North Carolina, United StatesDallas, Texas, United States

Drake Tax plans

  • Drake Tax Online$299.99 a year
  • Pay-Per-Return$379.99 a year
  • Drake Tax 1040 Unlimited — Single User$1,895 a year
  • Drake Tax 1040 150 — Single User$2,075 a year
  • Drake Tax Pro 250 — Single User$2,375 a year
  • Drake Tax Pro Unlimited — Single User$3,145 a year

TaxAct plans

  • FreeFree
  • Deluxe$59.99, paid once
  • Premier$99.99, paid once
  • Self-Employed$109.99, paid once
  • Basic Desktop$44.99 a month
  • Deluxe Desktop$139.99 a month

Pick Drake Tax if…

Drake describes Tax Pro as suited to complex, high-volume firms and Tax 1040 to preparers focused on individual returns. The online version may suit users who want browser-based return preparation.

Pick TaxAct if…

TaxAct suits individuals filing eligible standard returns as well as people with investment, rental, or self-employment income who need a different product. It also offers options for business filers and tax professionals.

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