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Select up to 4 software tools to compare side by side — pricing, features, pros and cons. Find the best fit for your needs with detailed side-by-side comparisons.
Verdict
TurboTax Self-Employed ($129 federal + $59/state) and H&R Block Self-Employed ($85 federal + $37/state) are both strong options for self-employed filers. TurboTax has better deduction-finding features for freelancers but costs significantly more. TaxAct Self-Employed ($64.99 federal + $39.99/state) is a budget-friendly alternative. For freelancers who want to minimize costs, FreeTaxUSA handles Schedule C at no federal cost ($14.99 state).
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| Feature | TurboTax | H&R Block | TaxSlayer |
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| Starting Price | Free · From $59/mo | Free · From $35/mo | Free · From $37/mo |
| Free Edition | Free | Free | Free |
| Deluxe | $59/yr | $35/yr | $37/yr |
| Premium | $89/yr | $65/yr | $57/yr |
| Self-Employed | $129/yr | $85/yr | $67/yr |
| Best For | Freelancers, Small Biz | Freelancers, Small Biz | Freelancers, Small Biz |
| Regions | US | US | US |
| Platforms | Web, Ios, Android | Web, Ios, Android | Web, Ios, Android |
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