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ezTaxReturn vs OnLine Taxes
Both stand on personal 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
ezTaxReturn covers several income types with a free starting plan and optional state filing. Check storage terms and add-on costs for your return needs.
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Free plan Web
Choose OnLine Taxes if you want web-based federal preparation with a free edition that supports investment, rental, and self-employment income. Look elsewhere if you need mobile access beyond the web, or account for the separate per-state charge when filing state returns.
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| ezTaxReturn | OnLine Taxes | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Premium Edition: $7.95 a month |
| Plans published | 10 | 3 |
| Maker | ezTaxReturn | OnLine Taxes |
| Website | eztaxreturn.com | olt.com |
| On personal tax software | #60 of 123 | #56 of 123 |
ezTaxReturn: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Supports self-employment, investment and rental income
- Three years of storage on listed plans
- Audit support offered
- Works on mobile through the web
What to know first
- State filing is a paid add-on
- Web access only
- Audit Defense Protection costs $42.99 a month
OnLine Taxes: what it does well
- Free Edition prepares, prints, and e-files federal returns.
- All supported forms and schedules are included in Free Edition.
- Supports investment, rental, and self-employment income.
- Free Edition includes prior-year data import.
- Premium Edition includes audit support and phone support.
What to know first
- State tax returns require a paid add-on.
- State Tax Return is billed per state.
- Mobile access is web-only.
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