efile4Biz vs KLARA
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| Figure | efile4Biz | KLARA |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $12.42/mo | 4 CHF/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 8 | 13 |
| Spec score · Payroll Tax Software | 9.2 (#1) | 8.0 (#11) |
| Security | The security page says data is encrypted in transit and at rest and that MFA is available for account access. | KLARA says its service has ISO 27001 certification, and its application data are stored in Switzerland; communication-only user data may be stored abroad. |
| Support | Basic includes chat and email support, while Plus and Premium include priority chat and email; callback requests vary by tier. | Business Basic includes 24/7 chat and email support, while Business Plus includes telephone support and free one-to-one online meeting support. |
Plans
efile4Biz
- BasicFree
- BasicFree
- 1099-NEC e-file, print and mail$5.25, paid once
- 1042-S e-file, print and mail$17.95, paid once
- Plus$149 a year
- Plus$149 a year
- Premium$399 a year
- Premium$399 a year
KLARA
- Business Basic48 CHF a month
- Business Plus69 CHF a month
- Business Premium111 CHF a month
- KLARA Lohn4.90 CHF a month
- Business Basic (2 years, billed yearly)48 CHF a year
- Business Basic (annual)55 CHF a year
- Business Basic (monthly)69 CHF a month
- Business Plus (2 years, billed yearly)69 CHF a year
- Business Plus (annual)79 CHF a year
- Business Plus (monthly)99 CHF a month
In their own words
efile4Biz
efile4Biz is a web service for preparing and filing year-end tax forms, including 1099s, W-2s, 1098s, 1042-S, ACA forms, 941, 5498 variants, and W-9. It can send forms electronically to the IRS or SSA, print and mail recipient copies, or provide e-file-only service. It supports corrections for W-2, several 1099 types, 1098, ACA, and 5498 forms. Data imports are available through QuickBooks Online, a QuickBooks Desktop plug-in, Xero API, and an Excel template. The service is aimed at tax professionals and CPAs managing multiple clients, as well as business owners and office managers. Its free Basic plan charges per form when filing; Plus is $149 a year and Premium is $399 a year, with form fees separate. For 1098, 1099, 5498, and W-2 forms, per-form prices depend on quantity and delivery method. State filings add $1 per form per state, and the service covers 29 states. It offers a free trial. The service is web-based.
KLARA
KLARA is cloud-based business software for Swiss SMEs, bringing accounting, payroll, point of sale, inventory, appointment booking, website, and online shop functions together. Accounting tools cover offers, delivery notes, invoices, reminders, bank connections, AI-assisted receipt booking, and automated reconciliation. KLARA Lohn automates payroll calculations and electronic authority filings and is Swissdec ELM5 certified. Its point-of-sale offer combines hardware, software, and payments for mobile or stationary use, with support for multiple stores and terminals per location. KLARA Payments lists methods including TWINT and Apple Pay, with a 1.7% transaction fee and no subscription or additional fees. The API page lists 97 integration endpoints. The myKLARA app scans and books receipts and invoices, manages contacts, and records work time; it is included at no charge in Business Basic and Plus. KLARA says it has ISO 27001 certification and stores application data in Switzerland, while communication-only user data may be stored abroad. Business Basic costs CHF 48 a month on a two-year term with annual payment and allows up to three admin users. Business Plus costs CHF 69 a month on those terms and includes unlimited admin users.