# TaxSlayer pricing (2026): plans, cost, and compliance

**Entry price:** $0 (free)/mo (Simply Free). Among the 6 tax software we track it is the cheapest; median entry $0/mo.
**Domain:** taxslayer.com
**Free tier:** Yes
**Compliance:** HIPAA Not published · SOC 2 Not published · GDPR Not published
**Integrations:** IRS e-file, W-2 import, Prior year return import, Green Dot prepaid debit card refund, Direct deposit refund
**Best for:** Budget-conscious filers with tax experience who want low federal filing fees; Self-employed individuals and freelancers wanting affordable Schedule C coverage ($52.99 federal); Experienced filers comfortable with less hand-holding; Filers who want all-form access for $22.99 (Classic) without paying $80-$140 at TurboTax
**Price tracked since:** June 2026

## Plans

| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Billing | Notes | Source |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Simply Free | $0 | — | flat | Federal: $0. First state return: $0. Additional states: $39.99 each. Simple W-2 returns only; limited to single filer with no dependents and no itemized deductions. Very restricted eligibility. | smartasset.com |
| Classic | $22.99 | — | flat | Federal: $22.99. State: $39.99 per state. The most popular plan. Covers all major tax forms, deductions, and credits including self-employed income, investments, and itemized deductions. | smartasset.com |
| Premium | $42.99 | — | flat | Federal: $42.99. State: $39.99 per state. All Classic features plus priority live chat and phone support, and IRS audit assistance. | smartasset.com |
| Self-Employed | $52.99 | — | flat | Federal: $52.99. State: $39.99 per state. All Premium features plus dedicated support for Schedule C, self-employment income, home office deductions, and business expense tracking. | smartasset.com |

**Key features:** Classic plan covers all major tax forms including self-employment, investments, and itemized deductions at $22.99 federal; 100% accuracy guarantee and maximum refund promise; IRS audit assistance included on Premium and Self-Employed plans; Priority live chat and phone support on Premium+ plans; Dedicated Schedule C, home office, and business expense support (Self-Employed plan); Prior year return import; Multiple refund options: direct deposit, check, or Green Dot prepaid debit card; Quick File mode for experienced filers who prefer form-based entry.

**Plan limits:** Simply Free limited to single filers with no dependents, W-2 income only, standard deduction only — very narrow eligibility; Tax professional (CPA/EA) support available only on Premium and Self-Employed plans — not on Simply Free or Classic; State filing costs $39.99 per state on Classic, Premium, and Self-Employed plans; Simply Free includes only the first state return free; additional states cost $39.99 each; Fewer guided explanations and educational resources than TurboTax or H&R Block; Amended returns (Form 1040-X) cost $42.

Sources: 1 · Last verified 2026-06-14
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