TaxDown vs TaxSlayer

TaxDown lets people prepare and submit Spanish income tax returns online from a phone or computer. It is available on Android, iOS, and web, and can import tax details using Cl@ve PIN, a digital certificate, or a reference number. Its Rita engine selects applicable questions and checks more than 250 deductions and allowances; an expert reviews each return before submission. The service covers employment income, self-employment, rental income, investments, and tax notices. For rentals, it calculates income and expenses and identifies deductible costs and exemptions; for investments, it calculates gains and losses and integrates investment platforms. The Free plan calculates a result but does not include expert review or filing. PRO costs €35 a year and includes one return, expert review, filing, and basic support. LIVE costs €45 a year and adds advisers by chat or WhatsApp; FULL costs €65 a year and adds a personal adviser and review of the last four returns. FULL is unavailable under the regional tax regime and excludes traceability and second residence-procedure filings.

TaxSlayer provides forms, calculations, and resources for preparing and electronically filing federal and state tax returns. Its listed capabilities include self-employment, investment, and rental income, plus audit support. Paid products support the IRS forms, credits, and deductions covered by the software, though business and other specialized situations may not be included. Simply Free is limited to eligible taxpayers, with eligibility based on age, income, credits, and deductions; it includes one federal return and one state return and costs nothing. Users can prepare and file federal and state taxes through the mobile app on a smartphone or tablet, as well as on the web. W-2 and 1099 import is listed, and support instructions describe uploading a PDF copy of a W-2. TaxSlayer lists AES-256 encryption for data in transit and at rest, multi-layer authentication, and a dedicated cybersecurity team. Phone and email support is offered year-round for all packages.