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SteuerSparErklärung vs TaxDown
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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SteuerSparErklärung combines guided German tax preparation, ELSTER retrieval and electronic submission across web, mobile and desktop options. Users should account for the lack of synchronization, unavailable receipt scanning and limits affecting married-couple assessments.
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TaxDown combines online return preparation with expert review and filing on paid plans. The free plan is limited to calculating a result, and its FULL plan has stated exclusions.
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| SteuerSparErklärung | TaxDown | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | PRO: €35 a year |
| Plans published | 10 | 6 |
| Maker | SteuerSparErklärung | TaxDown |
| Website | steuertipps.de | taxdown.es |
| On tax software | #7 of 149 | #11 of 149 |
SteuerSparErklärung: what it does well
- Guided question-and-answer workflow
- ELSTER data retrieval
- Alma tax AI assistant
- Supports self-employment
- Online test version available
What to know first
- No synchronization across versions
- Married-couple separate assessment unavailable
- Receipt scanning unavailable
- Paid license required for desktop filing
TaxDown: what it does well
- Available on Android, iOS, and web.
- Checks more than 250 deductions and allowances.
- An expert reviews each return before submission.
- Free plan calculates a return result.
- Supports rental and investment income.
What to know first
- Free plan does not include filing.
- Free plan does not include expert review.
- FULL is unavailable under the regional tax regime.
- STANDARD and PREMIUM require a three-month minimum commitment.
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