Us vs Them: Why Choose Jacobwise & Co?

At Jacobwise & Co, we firmly believe in transparency, honesty, and a stress-free tax preparation experience aided by professionals every step of the way. Check out detailed comparisons of our competitors to ensure you make the right decision that meets all of your needs.

The TurboTax logo with a red circle containing a white checkmark, the word "turbotax" in bold black lowercase letters, and "intuit" in smaller black letters above it
  • Best suited for clients needing to submit simple yearly tax returns
  • Basic plan is free, but has additional fees and upgrades
  • Many plans require filing by yourself with no advising or assistance
  • Clients who are self-employed, receive unemployment income, have stock sales, or receive income through rental properties do not qualify
The "Jackson Hewitt Tax Services" logo with "Jackson Hewitt" in large blue letters and "TAX SERVICES" in smaller capital letters beneath it, along with a registered trademark symbol
  • Best suited for clients wanting to file their taxes in-person or out-of-state
  • $25 flat fee for both state and federal returns
  • Services only include simple/common tax situations
  • Consultation requires going in-person to participating Walmart locations
H&R Block logo in green with white text
  • Best suited for clients who want to file in-person for complex tax situations
  • Free tier includes simple returns for individuals or families
  • Other, more complex tier pricing is higher than competitor average
Liberty Tax logo with red and blue text and torch symbol
  • Best suited for clients wanting in-person assistance for complex accounting needs
  • Higher starting price compared to other major firms, with additional fees for each state
  • Online filing lacks many necessary features such as direct document uploading
  • Clients wanting online assistance for simple or complex tax needs are not recommended to use this service