TaxSlayer Pro helps professional tax preparers prepare and file individual and business returns for clients. Its unlimited 1040 program covers individual returns, and every package includes unlimited federal and state e-filing with all states included. The three annual plans are TaxSlayer Pro Classic at 1395.00 USD per year, TaxSlayer Pro Web at 1595.00 USD per year, and TaxSlayer Pro Premium at 1695.00 USD per year. Web adds cloud-based access from internet-connected devices, so preparers can work across multiple devices. Premium adds corporate tax software and federal and state e-filing for forms 706, 709, 990, 1041, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, and 5500. Clients can use TaxesToGo to send tax information securely and chat with their preparer in real time. Pro Web also includes a client portal, digital signature compatibility, and paperless-office features. Integrated bank products can let clients deduct preparation fees from a refund. Each purchase includes year-round support in English and Spanish. TaxSlayer Pro offers a free demo, but returns cannot be submitted through it. The company says its tax preparation business began in 1965 and software development began in 1989.
Who it is for
TaxSlayer Pro is aimed at professional tax preparers, accountants, and CPAs preparing individual or business returns for clients. Pro Web suits preparers who want internet-based access across multiple devices, while Premium is relevant to those who need the listed corporate forms.
What is good
- Unlimited 1040 program for individual returns
- Unlimited federal and state e-filing in every package
- All states included in each annual plan
- Year-round English and Spanish support included
- TaxesToGo supports secure document sharing and live chat
What to know first
- Annual plans start at 1395.00 USD per year
- The free demo does not allow return submission
Verdict
Tax preparers who need unlimited individual return preparation and e-filing across states may find the Classic plan a fit. Choose Pro Web for cloud access across devices or Premium for corporate tax software and its listed forms; the free demo cannot submit returns.
Get started with TaxSlayer Pro
- Visit the TaxSlayer Pro website.
- Choose Classic, Pro Web, or Premium based on the listed features.
- Use the free demo to explore the software, keeping in mind it cannot submit returns.
- Purchase a plan to prepare and e-file returns.
Limits to know first
The free demo allows users to try the software but does not allow submitting a return. The listed annual plans include unlimited 1040 preparation and e-filing; Premium adds the listed corporate forms.
Questions about TaxSlayer Pro
Is there a free plan?
No. TaxSlayer Pro is listed as paid, with a free demo available.
How much do the plans cost?
Classic is 1395.00 USD per year, Pro Web is 1595.00 USD per year, and Premium is 1695.00 USD per year.
Which platforms are listed?
TaxSlayer Pro lists iOS, macOS, web, and Windows. Pro Web can be accessed from any device with an internet connection.
Does every plan include e-filing?
Each package includes unlimited federal and state e-filing, and all states are included.
What does Premium add?
Premium includes corporate tax software and federal and state e-filing for forms 706, 709, 990, 1041, 1065, 1120, 1120-S, and 5500.
What support comes with a purchase?
Every software purchase includes year-round support in English and Spanish at no additional fee.
TaxSlayer Pro plans and pricing
All plansCompared on tax preparation software
- Free plan
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