I think every big tax company ends up in lawsuits like this at some point. TurboTax had a similar situation not too long ago. It seems like a pattern in the industry. Hopefully HR Block learns from it and makes their pricing easier to understand.

I tried TaxSlayer this year out of curiosity and it actually surprised me. It worked faster than i expected and had no technical issues. I like that the summary screen clearly showed how my refund was calculated. It is a solid option for people who do not need extra features.

TurboTax is great if you are completely new to filing taxes because it walks you through everything. FreeTaxUSA however works best if you already have some idea of how the forms go. It does not feel as “chatty” but it’s still very organized. I think both tools serve different kinds of users.

I started with TurboTax years ago because everyone was using it. Later i switched to TaxAct and realized i could do the same thing for way less. The interface is not as pretty but once you know the basics, it is really not a big deal.

I used to file with TurboTax but switched to Cash App Taxes because of the cost. Honestly it worked just as well for me and saved me over a hundred dollars. My return was straightforward though only a W-2 and standard deduction. If you have complicated taxes it might feel a little limited. But for simple situations, i would definitely recommend it.

I thought it was expensive but they actually caught a credit i had missed. That ended up getting me a bigger refund so in the end it balanced out. The preparer was thorough and double checked my paperwork carefully. I felt more confident filing through them than I would have on my own. Sometimes paying a bit extra pays off in peace of mind.

When i first heard of Taxslayer, i thought the name sounded a bit gimmicky. But after actually using it i realized it’s been around for decades. My taxes went through fine, and i didn’t get charged extra fees out of nowhere.

My brother actually recommended TaxAct to me because he had used it for years. I tried it this past season and was pleasantly surprised. The process was clear and i did not feel overwhelmed. It was a smooth experience overall and the lower price made it even better.

I do not think you can go wrong with either but it really depends on how complex your taxes are. If you are self employed or own property TurboTax is worth the money for the peace of mind. For simple returns TaxSlayer is more than enough and saves a lot of cash.