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I was a bit skeptical about TaxAct at first because it seemed less popular than TurboTax. But after filing with it i realized it was easier than i expected. It asked the right questions and i did not feel lost at any point. The best part is that it cost less and the results were just as accurate.

I have been using TaxAct for about three years now and i can say it works fine for straightforward tax returns. It covers both federal and state and i have never had problems with accuracy. The only thing i noticed is that the interface feels a little plain compared to other programs. Still if you want to save money, it gets the job done.

I used TaxAct last year for the first time and honestly it did the job without any issues. It was not as flashy as TurboTax but it guided me through the forms step by step. My return was accepted quickly and i got my refund in a normal timeframe. For the price i paid, I felt it was totally worth it.

For me security is important. TurboTax has more layers of identity verification and i feel safer using it. TaxSlayer is fine but i just feel like a bigger company has more resources to protect my data. That is one reason i stick with TurboTax.

TurboTax can sometimes be sneaky with upgrades. It lets you start free but then you realize halfway through that you need to pay to finish. TaxSlayer is more upfront with pricing. At least you know what you are paying from the start.

I tried both and the refund time was the same. Some people think TurboTax gets you money faster but that is not true. The IRS controls that part not the software. So really the main differences are cost, guidance and how smooth the interface feels.

I would say if you are just filing a simple W2 do not spend extra on TurboTax. TaxSlayer can handle that easily and you will save a good chunk of money. The only reason to go with TurboTax is if you want the extra comfort of detailed guidance.

This might sound strange but i actually like that TaxSlayer is simpler. TurboTax asks too many questions and sometimes it feels like it is dragging the process out. TaxSlayer is more direct and quicker to finish. For me faster is better.

TurboTax customer service is definitely better. I had a problem with a rejected return and they had chat support available right away. With TaxSlayer support felt slower and not as detailed. If customer support matters to you TurboTax has the edge.