Where and when you buy your tax software can save you cash—which can take away a tiny bit of the sting if you end up owing cash to Uncle Sam.
If you’re looking to pay as little as possible for tax help, you’ll need a PC or Mac that can install software from a disc. For ease of use, you’ll want to go online and start a return directly with TurboTax, H&R Block, or the tax program of your choice.
Generally, the sooner you fork over cash, the less you’ll have to cough up. Deep discounts for desktop software have begun to dry up, and the price to file using a web app is gradually rising. (For online apps, you pay when you file, not when you first begin your return.)
Save with TurboTax Service Code coupons and discounts for June 2019 on RetailMeNot. 10% Off Deluxe Premier Home. Show Coupon Code. TurboTax Promo Codes & Coupons for June, 2019 Save with 10 active TurboTax promo codes, coupons, and free shipping deals. ? Today's Top Deal: (@Amazon) Up To 70% Off TurboTax. On average, shoppers save $26 using TurboTax coupons from PromoCodeWatch.com.
To help you get the best prices, we’ve combed through the listings for the two most popular programs out there—TurboTax and H&R Block, which are available through multiple channels—and will continue to do so until April 15.
Prices current as of April 9, 2019.
Best TurboTax discounts
As one of the most familiar names in tax software, TurboTax justifies its following by offering a solid set of tools with an attractive and easy-to-follow interface.
For the moment—and in contrast to previous years—you’ll pay the same price for the desktop versions, regardless of whether you buy a downloadable copy or a boxed disc. That means you won’t need to fumble around for an external DVD drive if your system lacks one.
Currently Amazon is one of the best retailers to buy TurboTax from: Not only is it matching the lowest prices available, but it’s also bundling in a free one-year subscription to Quicken Starter Edition 2018 with any purchase of TurboTax 2018.
Tip: If you live near a Costco and can install from disc, brave the crowds to buy your copy of TurboTax. The in-warehouse discount is typically better than what you can get through Costco.com.
You can read up on what’s included in each edition of TurboTax (be it the desktop or online versions) on Intuit’s website.
TurboTax Deluxe with state filing: $50 [Amazon† | Newegg | Staples]
TurboTax Premier with state filing: $70 [Amazon† | Newegg]
TurboTax Home & Business with state filing: $80 [Amazon† | Newegg]
TurboTax Business: $120 [Amazon† | Newegg]
† Includes a free 1-year subscription to Quicken Starter Edition 2018
Online
You can only access TurboTax online through Intuit’s website, but we’re tracking the prices here as a reference.
TurboTax
$0 for Free Edition, for basic filers
$60 for Deluxe, which is what most tax filers will use
$80 for Premier, for filers with rental property or investment income
$120 for Self-Employed, for anyone running a personal business that isn’t a corporation; this version is compatible with QuickBooks Self-Employed
TurboTax Live (For filers who also want a tax professional to look at their return before filing)
$80 for Basic
$120 for Deluxe
$170 for Premier
$200 for Self-Employed
State taxes cost an additional $45 per filing for Deluxe, Premier, and Self-Employed across TurboTax and TurboTax Live. For TurboTax Live Basic, a state filing is $35.
Best H&R Block discounts
Best known for its many storefronts, H&R Block holds its own against TurboTax's better feature set by providing access to live tax professions online. It also offers the option to see someone in person at a local H&R Block offices, though you'll have to fork over extra cash for that.
Amazon is your best bet for a discount on H&R Block tax software—unless you’re die-hard about buying software on discs or loathe the ever-growing retail behemoth. Its prices on digital downloads of software are considerably lower than the competition.
(Its bonus offer of a 5 percent refund bonus is a more questionable benefit, as you have to choose to receive at least a portion of your Federal refund on an Amazon.com gift card.)
Be aware that unlike TurboTax, H&R Block does not include a state filing with its more expensive versions. Only the mid-tier “Deluxe + State edition” includes it.
You can read about what’s included in each edition of H&R Block’s software (be it the desktop or online versions) on the company’s website.
H&R Block Deluxe Tax Software with state filing: $23 [Amazon†]
H&R Block Premium Tax Software: $39 [Amazon†]
H&R Block Premium & Business: $49 [Amazon†]
† Amazon is offering a 5 percent refund bonus if you choose to receive at least a portion of your Federal refund on an Amazon.com gift card.
Online
Though you can only access H&R Block online through the company’s website, we’re tracking the prices here as a reference.
$0 for Free Online, which covers a basic 1040 filing
$50 for Deluxe, which includes itemized deductions
$70 for Premium for those with special income needs, including contract work and rental income
$105 for Self-Employed Online, if your return includes self-employment or small business income
$145 for Tax Pro Review, if you’d like a tax pro to review, sign, and e-file for you
State tax filings cost an additional $40 per state for Deluxe, Premium, Self-Employed Online, and Tax Pro Review.
To comment on this article and other PCWorld content, visit our Facebook page or our Twitter feed.
On June 15th, 2019, we found 3 deals for Walmart Turbotax Premier from 2 stores and 1 brands. 2 of the products have an additional discount on top of the deal price.
Further analyzing the group of deals for walmart turbotax premier shows that the average price across all deals is $20.03. The lowest price is $14.15 from thepcconnectstore and the highest price is $30.99 from thepcconnectstore. Examining only new products, prices vary between $14.15 and $30.99. Free shipping is offered across 2 stores - softdiscountoutlet, thepcconnectstore.
Our machine learning engine curates the best deals from hundreds of retailers, covering a large scale of brands and products. Whether you're a bargain hunter or just looking for the best price for an item you are interested in, be sure to visit our site before you make a purchasing decision.
Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links on this page.