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Crunch vs Expatfile
Both stand on tax software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Crunch combines self-employment, investment and rental-income support with accountant involvement. Its free plan and trial provide non-paid starting options, while the listed paid plan focuses on preparing and submitting a Self Assessment.
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Expatfile combines guided preparation with IRS e-file and FBAR transmission for Americans abroad. Its range of plans covers common expat situations, but form support should be checked before starting.
Visit ExpatfileThe facts
| Crunch | Expatfile | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Self Assessment: £240 a month | Standard: $119, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 7 |
| Maker | Crunch | Not published |
| Website | crunch.co.uk | expatfile.tax |
| On tax software | #88 of 149 | #92 of 149 |
Crunch: what it does well
- Free plan is available
- Supports self-employment, investment and rental income
- Accountant-prepared Self Assessment included
- HMRC submission and document upload included
- Audit support is listed
What to know first
- Paid plan adds VAT
- Mobile access is web-only
- Named plan costs £240 a month
Expatfile: what it does well
- Guided filing without tax expertise
- Direct IRS e-file and acceptance notification
- FBAR transmission to FinCEN
- Web, Android, and iOS access
- 24/7 email and chat support
What to know first
- No free plan
- Unsupported forms cannot currently be handled
- Designed for U.S. expat returns
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