1099-etc vs WageFiling
1099-etc
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| Figure | 1099-etc | WageFiling |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $0.88/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 8 | 3 |
| Spec score · W-2 Filing Software | 7.8 (#9) | 7.2 (#12) |
| Spec score · Tax Information Reporting Software | 7.7 (#11) | 7.2 (#18) |
| Integrations | The Import Assistant accepts formats including Excel, QuickBooks W-2/1099 files, tab-delimited and comma-delimited text, and AMS Payroll can import from QuickBooks or PeachTree using text files. | The maker’s pages opened for this research do not state any third-party software integrations. |
| Purpose | 1099-etc prepares W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C and state quarterly unemployment forms. | WageFiling provides online electronic filing for wage and information return forms, aimed at small businesses. |
| Support | The maker lists technical support at +1 (405) 340-0697 and +1 (800) 578-1780. | The maker advertises bilingual chat support and lists [email protected] for contact. |
Plans
1099-etc
- 2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer$94 a year
- E-File Services — Federal E-File, 1–250 forms$0.88 a month
- Forms Filer Plus add-on$64, paid once
- 1042-S Filer add-on$94, paid once
- Affordable Care Act Filer add-on$94, paid once
- Software Generated Forms add-on$94, paid once
- AMS Payroll add-on$144, paid once
- E-File Direct add-on$164, paid once
WageFiling
- Original (Normal)$3.69, paid once
- Corrections$4.99, paid once
- Previous Years$4.99, paid once
In their own words
1099-etc
1099-etc is Windows desktop software for preparing W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C and state quarterly unemployment forms. The W-2/1099 Forms Filer has no cloud dependency and supports data entry, printing and electronic filing options for W-2, W-3 and many 1099 forms, handling up to 99,999 employees or recipients per payer. AMS Payroll adds live or after-the-fact payroll for all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico, supporting up to 1,999 payers and 9,999 employees per payer. Imports include Excel, QuickBooks W-2/1099 files and delimited text; AMS Payroll can import QuickBooks or PeachTree text files. E-File Direct creates files for IRS FIRE or SSA BSO/ACCUWAGE, while E-File Services files through a third-party vendor and charges per form. Encrypted PDF reports and payer backup and restore are available. The 2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer costs $94 a year, billed at $94.00; add-ons require it. There is no free plan.
WageFiling
WageFiling is web-based software for small businesses filing wage and information returns electronically. Users enter form details online, receive PDF recipient copies, and the service e-files with the IRS and Social Security Administration. Listed forms include 1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, W-2/W-2C, 1099-DIV, 1099-INT, 1098-Mortgage, 1099-R, 1099-S, 1099-DA, 1098-VLI, and W-2G. Federal and state e-filing are available. Current-year and prior-year corrections are supported for 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC, with W-2 corrections when accurate information is provided. Recipient copies must be printed and mailed, while additional copies can be printed for records. SSNs and TINs are masked on W-2 and 1099 recipient copies. One account can create files for multiple filers without an added filer charge or stated limit. Plans include Original (Normal) at $3.69, paid once, Corrections at $4.99, paid once, and Previous Years at $4.99, paid once. A free trial is available.