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hardhatadmin vs Selftax
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.
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hardhatadmin combines construction-focused administration, accounting, payroll, and HMRC filing tools with a free entry plan. Review its filing and payroll limitations if your business needs broader company or pay-period support.
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Selftax offers free and paid web plans for tax returns, plus separate annual MTD VAT and ITSA options. Check the return allowance and filing type before choosing a plan.
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| hardhatadmin | Selftax | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: £5 a month | MTD VAT 01: £15 a year |
| Plans published | 5 | 12 |
| Maker | hardhatadmin | Selftax |
| Website | hardhatadmin.co.uk | selftax.co.uk |
| On tax software | #48 of 149 | #52 of 149 |
hardhatadmin: what it does well
- Free plan for sole traders and partnerships
- HMRC VAT, CIS, and employer submissions
- Payroll supports weekly and monthly schemes
- Web access requires no software installation
- 60-day trial without payment details
What to know first
- No mobile app; access is web-only
- Does not support credit notes
- No Companies House accounts or confirmation filing
- Payroll lacks several pay periods and pension reporting
Selftax: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Supports self-employment income
- Handles investment and rental income
- Annual MTD VAT plans
- Annual MTD ITSA plans
What to know first
- Web-only mobile access
- State filing is not included
- Professional costs £90.00 per month
- MTD plans use annual charges
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