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TaxAct review — 2026
★★★★☆ Overall score: 4/5
Budget-tier with strong $100K accuracy guarantee. Best price for self-employed.
Monthly: $0.00/mo
Annual (first year): $49.99/year
Annual (renewal): $49.99/year
Money-back: 30 days
Annual (first year): $49.99/year
Annual (renewal): $49.99/year
Money-back: 30 days
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Protection
| Malware detection rate | 0% |
|---|---|
| False-positive rate | n/a |
| AV-TEST score | n/a |
| Real-time protection | ✓ |
| Ransomware protection | ✗ |
| Firewall | ✗ |
Bundled features
| VPN included | ✗ |
|---|---|
| Password manager | ✗ |
| Parental controls | ✗ |
| Dark web monitoring | ✗ |
| Identity theft protection | ✗ |
| Cloud backup | ✗ |
Compatibility
| Devices covered | Web + Mobile |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
Our review
TaxAct is the right pick for self-employed filers on a budget. $69.99 self-employed tier undercuts TurboTax by $50-$100. $100K accuracy guarantee is the strongest in the industry.
Pros
- $100K Accuracy Guarantee (highest in industry)
- Cheaper than TurboTax/H&R Block at most tiers
- Free Federal Edition with state $39.99
- Strong self-employed tier ($69.99) — much cheaper than competitors
- Up to 7 years of tax returns stored
Cons
- Less polished UI than TurboTax
- Imports limited vs TurboTax
- Smaller brand recognition
- No in-person backup like H&R Block