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

My top pick right now, is the EaseUS ToDo Backup, followed closely by Acronis True Image, and AOMEI Backupper, which are also ...

Tax season officially starts on January 26, and this year brings major changes thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law in July 2025. These changes affect your 2025 return filed in ...

Tax software evolves year to year, and your needs may have too. Whether you’re filing a simple W-2 return or managing freelance income and deductions, there’s a platform that fits. Read Next: 3 Sneaky ...

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