TurboTax vs H&R Block

Jenna Vasquez
Jenna Vasquez | Contributor

Both H&R Block and TurboTax are solid solutions to help individuals and businesses prepare for tax season. H&R Block has been in business for 66 years and TurboTax has been in business for 28 years, so both are very seasoned professionals.

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#1 TurboTax
6.2 Overall Score
4.5
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(822)
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#7 H&R Block
5.2 Overall Score
3.6
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(506)

Overview

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Ratings

TurboTax

Overall Score
6.2 of 10
Review Score
4.5
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Value for Money
4.3
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Quality of Product or Service
4.5
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Company Trustworthiness
4.5
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Likely to Recommend
8.5 of 10

H&R Block

5.2 of 10
3.6
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3.7
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3.7
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6.3 of 10

Reviews

TurboTax

Number of Reviews
822
Review Breakdown
4.5
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1 star
3%
2 star
2%
3 star
6%
4 star
25%
5 star
63%

H&R Block

506
3.6
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23%
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4%
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9%
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20%
5 star
44%

Reviews for TurboTax

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Robert Mott

April 19th, 2022

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I've been using TurboTax for 20 years. I tried another service and quit halfway through and finished with Turbo Tax. I'll be using it til the end of my days. Their website guides you through the whole process and you can access help from customer service really quick and easy.

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Trisha Ross

March 11th, 2022

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I used their online service and They messed it up badly. I don't like the way they have it set up and i don't like how they make you pay for it up front instead of letting you pay via refund. Never will I ever use TurboTax again...

Reviews for H&R Block

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Phalda Morris

March 18th, 2022

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I have always used H&R Block to file my taxes. They make the process very easy and you always get back the right amount on your refund check. If you need extra help, they also have accountants available for you to contact.

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Sam Seeger

March 27th, 2022

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I have been using H&R Block for many years now. I've not had a problem with their online service but this year, unlike years in the past, I opted for the optional product of a professional review. Terrible choice. My review is now locked while the reviewer "reviews" it. It has been re-assigned once. They are not only not doing anything with it they aren't communicating with me. I called the main number today and they told me they could reverse it but if they do then it erases every thing I spent hours putting in my self. Avoid the paid reviewer option with H&R block.

The Final Word

H&R Block puts direct links into online forms, giving clients insights into their questions during the application process. In addition, clients are walked through the online tax preparation filing process and are provided with several guarantees to provide peace of mind. 

TurboTax’s biggest advantage is the automatic deduction recommendation in its software system. This can make a big difference in what your tax returns look like, making TurboTax our recommendation between the two.  

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