CNBC Select has run more than a dozen tax software programs through their paces to find the best in a variety of categories.

We compared the top free tax software options to help the do-it-yourself tax filers find the cheapest option in 2026.

Tax season is on the horizon, which means it’s time to research and revisit the many competing software providers to find the one that best suits your needs for your unique tax situation. You might be ...

Each year, taxpayers prepare to file their taxes and decide whether to hire a professional or file independently using special tax preparation software to complete the forms. Working alone or using ...

TaxSlayer offers a more affordable alternative to TurboTax and H&R Block. However, some tax forms, such as those for trust distributions, aren’t supported and there is less customer support overall.