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UltraTax CS alternatives

Looking for an alternative to UltraTax CS? Here are the other tax preparation tools US firms use — each with pricing and how open it is to integration, so you can compare on the axes that matter. Independent, no vendor pays to be here.

UltraTax CS alternatives — FAQ

What is the best alternative to UltraTax CS?

The closest tax preparation alternatives are Drake Tax, Lacerte, ProConnect. The right pick depends on price and how open you need the integration to be — compare them above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to UltraTax CS?

UltraTax CS's pricing is Custom quote. Lower-priced tax preparation options include Drake Tax (From $2,145/yr), ProSeries (From $419/yr), CCH Axcess (From $2,299/yr).

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