The Best Tax Filing Software

When selecting the best tax app for your annual filing, there is no “one-size-fits-all” answer. For the 2026 tax season (taxes for the 2025 tax year), we’ve reviewed the best and worst features of each online tax software program we cover, from price to ease of use and everything in between.

Overall, we love FreeTaxUSA as our number one tax software pick. The free/low price, along with the usability, is awesome for most taxpayers.

While we still like TurboTax for ease of use and Cash App Taxes for being free, we’ve reconsidered the apps we suggest for college students, investors, business owners, and beyond.

Remember, the tax filing deadline this year is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Give yourself plenty of time to complete your tax return before the deadline. The sooner you file, the sooner you’ll get that refund!