Tax Software by Your Situation
Every situation has a different right answer. Pick yours.
Direct File Refugees
IRS Direct File is cancelled for 2026. Best free alternatives for former users.
Freelancers & 1099s
Schedule C. FreeTaxUSA at $14.99 vs TurboTax at $188. Same refund.
Landlords
Schedule E with depreciation. FreeTaxUSA includes it at $0 federal.
Crypto Traders
Form 8949, 1099-DA, wash sale rules. When TurboTax earns its price.
Multi-State Filers
Part-year resident allocation. TurboTax has the best wizard for this.
Small Business
S-Corp (1120-S), partnership, K-1s. Mac users cannot use TurboTax Business.
Seniors
Social Security, RMDs, IRA distributions. AARP Tax-Aide is free.
Non-Residents & Expats
1040-NR filers. TurboTax explicitly does not support 1040-NR.