Best Tax Software: October 2024

We've rated and reviewed four of the most popular providers — TurboTax, H&R Block, TaxSlayer and TaxAct — to help you choose the best tax software for you.

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Taxes are confusing enough without the added stress of figuring out which tax software to use. While you should get the same refund or bill no matter which provider you choose, tax filing programs typically come at a cost — so there’s a crucial difference between paying for what you'll use and paying extra for what you don’t need.

We did the research by testing and evaluating four well-known, widely used online tax providers. Our review process includes first-hand testing, information collection and user surveys, focusing on factors that are important to filers: price, ease of use, tools, tax pro help and customer support.

If you're new to filing or just need a little more guidance, you can also check out our tax software guide or our video on the ins and outs of picking tax software further down on the page. Prices are updated monthly and are accurate per provider as of Oct. 1, 2024.

Best tax software 2024

H&R Block: Best free tax software for simple returns

H&R Block Free

5.0

NerdWallet rating 
  • Federal: $55 to $115. Free version available for simple tax returns only.

  • State: $0 to $45 per state.

  • Expert help is included with paid packages free of charge.