Go Tax Pro vs TaxFile
Go Tax Pro
gotaxprosoftware.comTaxFile
taxfile.aiSide by side
| Figure | Go Tax Pro | TaxFile |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $3.25/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Spec score · Small Business Tax Software | 7.8 (#11) | 7.0 (#22) |
| Product | Go Tax Pro is professional tax preparation software aimed at high-volume tax businesses. | TaxFile uses AI to prepare tax returns from uploaded documents or answers to questions, identify deductions and credits, and check for errors. |
| Security | The company describes the TaxesToGo app as a way for clients to securely send tax information. | TaxFile says data is protected with 256-bit encryption in transit and at rest, access is limited and logged, and personal information is not sold or shared for advertising. |
| Support | Go Tax Pro says it offers extended live support from tax software experts and online support 24 hours a day. | TaxFile lists email support at [email protected] and says its team usually replies within one business day. |
Plans
Go Tax Pro
- Pro WebPriced on request
- DesktopPriced on request
- Service BureauPriced on request
TaxFile
- Simple$39 a year
- Self-Employed$89 a year
- Business$199 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
In their own words
Go Tax Pro
Go Tax Pro is browser-based tax preparation software for high-volume tax businesses. It prepares individual federal 1040 and state returns with e-filing, while its corporate suite handles federal and state business returns including forms 990, 1041, 1120S, and 1065. The web service requires no download or installation. Clients can use the TaxesToGo Android and iOS app to send tax information and digitally sign returns. Preparers exchange documents, send returns for review, and request signatures. Integrated bank products support refund transfers, cash advances, and collecting preparation fees from client refunds. Listed refund delivery methods are direct deposit, prepaid debit card, and printed check; the company says four financial partners provide these products. Training offers guided and direct-input modes, videos, and practice returns. Go Tax Pro lists extended live expert support and online support 24 hours a day. A free demo requires a name, email, and mobile phone number, but no credit card. Pro Web is priced on request with a bank-product condition, otherwise $599; Desktop is priced on request.