TaxCalc

What TaxCalc is

TaxCalc is a UK accounting software platform for tax compliance, client management and practice operations. Its products cover personal, partnership, trust and company tax returns, as well as statutory accounts. For Self Assessment, SimpleStep guides users through relevant sections, and users can switch to HMRC-style forms. The software calculates returns in real time and includes a Check & Finish review before submission. Tax products can submit directly to HMRC, while Accounts Production files statutory accounts with Companies House. That product can import year-end trial balances from Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent, then export journals and adjustments; available connections vary by product. TaxCalc supports self-employment and investment income, but has no state filing. It runs on Linux, macOS and Windows, with web-only mobile access. Prices include TaxCalc 2026 Individual 6 at £42.00 per year, Self Assessment tax software from £42, and Accounts Production 12 at £164.00 per year. A free trial is available, but there is no free plan. TaxCalc says each licence includes unlimited weekday phone and email support from UK-based, accountancy-trained specialists. The company is based in Wokingham, England, and was founded in 1983.

Who it suits

TaxCalc suits UK individuals, sole traders, accountancy practices and in-house finance teams that need tax returns or statutory accounts. Its range also fits practices managing client records and tax work, with support for multiple return types and direct filing to HMRC.

Limits

The listed Self Assessment tax software is for individual tax returns and costs from £42. The TaxCalc 2026 Individual 6 plan covers 6 returns for the 2025–26 tax year. There is no free plan.

Getting started

1. Visit https://www.taxcalc.com/.
2. Choose a product such as Self Assessment tax software, TaxCalc 2026 Individual 6 or Accounts Production 12.
3. Use the available free trial to get started.
4. Install or access the software on Linux, macOS or Windows; mobile access is web-only.
5. For Accounts Production, connect an available accounting tool to import year-end trial balances.

Verdict

Choose TaxCalc if you need UK tax returns or statutory accounts, with direct filing and practice tools across Linux, macOS and Windows. Individuals can start with Self Assessment software from £42, while practices can choose client and accounts plans. Look elsewhere if you need state filing or mobile access beyond the web.