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Best tax software deals — May 2026

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Last updated: 2026-05-16

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FreeTaxUSA — Federal FREE forever, state $14.99

FreeTaxUSA: federal filing is genuinely free forever, all complexity levels (self-employed, investors, rentals). State filing $14.99. No deceptive upsells.

Tier: Best Value · Expires: Permanent

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Cash App Taxes — 100% free federal AND state

Cash App Taxes is genuinely free for federal AND state. Requires Cash App account. Best for simple-to-moderate returns. No upsells.

Tier: Best Value · Expires: Permanent

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IRS Free File / Direct File — Free if AGI under $79K

IRS Free File partners offer free federal filing if AGI under $79K. IRS Direct File (IRS-owned) now in 25 states. Government program, no upsells.

Tier: Best Value · Expires: Permanent

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TurboTax Deluxe — $69 first-year + TurboTax Live add-on

TurboTax Deluxe at $69 (federal) + $59 state. Self-Employed at $129-$199. TurboTax Live adds CPA review for $89-$219.

Tier: Premium · Expires: Seasonal

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H&R Block Deluxe — $35-$85 + 9,000 office locations for backup

H&R Block Deluxe at $35-$85 (federal). Cheaper than TurboTax at equivalent tiers. In-person office backup if return gets complex.

Tier: Premium · Expires: Seasonal

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TaxAct — $49.99 Premier + $100K accuracy guarantee

TaxAct Premier at $49.99 federal. $100K Accuracy Guarantee (highest in industry). Self-Employed tier $69.99 - much cheaper than TurboTax.

Tier: Best Value · Expires: Seasonal

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TaxSlayer Self-Employed — $52.95 + free for active military

TaxSlayer Self-Employed at $52.95 federal (vs $129-$199 at TurboTax). Free federal for active military families.

Tier: Best Value · Expires: Seasonal

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