H&R Block Online
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VisitH&R Block Online vs TaxAct
What both publish
| Fact | H&R Block Online | TaxAct |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy guarantee | H&R Block says it reimburses resulting penalties and interest for qualifying errors. | The $100k Accuracy Guarantee covers qualifying software errors, including certain costs and penalties. |
| Audit support | Premium and Self-Employed include an Audit Support Guarantee with response steps. | Yes |
| Founded | 1955 | 1998 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Kansas City, Missouri | Dallas, Texas, United States |
| Investment income | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile access | web_and_mobile | web_and_mobile |
| Rental income | Yes | Yes |
| Self-employment support | Yes | Yes |
| State filing | paid_add_on | paid_add_on |
H&R Block Online plans
- Free OnlineFree
- DeluxePriced on request
- PremiumPriced on request
- Self-EmployedPriced on request
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 H&R Block Online if…
Free Online may suit people with simple tax situations that fit its Form 1040 and limited-schedule support. Other listed plans address homeowners, investors, rental income, and self-employment.
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.