I have no issues using the software generally speaking and is fairly easy to follow through. BUT every year I have had issues with upgrading the software per the target dates it tells me after the first initial update in early Jan. Then up through about the 2nd update in February I have to uninstall and reinstall the using the original downloaded desktop software. But about the 2nd or 3rd update in February it correctly updates and starts the app. Those periods of no updates is either the date still showing as if it did not update OR the program cant be started because of some configuration issue it caused. During these failed updates I simply uninstall and reinstall and that failed update occurs ok. I have asked HRB to fix these problems every year now for the last 5 and nothing. And for this issue you lose 1 star.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Fast
Value
4
Response from HRBlockBy Maria, Social Media Team, March 4, 2026
We’re so happy to hear you had a good experience. We appreciate your business, and thank you for the valuable feedback!
Very disappointed this year. I have used the software for maybe 20 years. This year I have a non spouse inherited IRA. The software is adding av10% penalty for early withdrawal. But the AI help states that there isn’t a penalty for this. I have been working with support for weeks and I don’t seem to be getting anywhere.
Pros: Easy to prepare
Cons: Doesn't maximize refund
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Value
1
Response from HRBlockBy Maria, Social Media Team, March 4, 2026
Hi Larry, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations. At H&R Block, we're committed to delivering exceptional service, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. Please reach out to our support team at 1-800-472-5625 so we can better understand your concerns and make things right.
My issue began when I inadvertently downloaded the Free program instead of the Fed+State. Trying to upgrade to my correct program became a nightmare. Menus were not clearly marked, the Free Program file took about an hour to locate. Once locatedI downloaded my correct file but it wouldn't capture the info I had already inputed. So, had to input everything from scratch. Once I began working in the Fed+State program things went fairly smooth from there on. The home page needs to be more clearly marked for those who have an activation code from prior sign up.
Cons: Hard to import documents
I would recommend this to a friend!
Value
4
Response from HRBlockBy Ashley, Social Media Department, March 4, 2026
Thank you for taking time to give us feedback! We apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations. At H&R Block, we strive to provide 5-Star customer satisfaction each and every time. We’d like the opportunity to work with you to address your concerns. Please contact our support team at 1-800-472-5625 at your earliest convenience.
I have been using H&R Block software for more years than I can remember. It is easy and saves so much time. My only suggestion is that you modify it so I can print some of the s teens as I go. I have been taking photographs of various screens but it would be handy to be able to print screens on my desktop.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Easy to import documents, Fast
I would recommend this to a friend!
Value
5
Response from HRBlockBy Sydney, Social Media Department, March 4, 2026
We’re so happy to hear about your good experience! We appreciate your time & business and thank you for the valuable feedback! Feel free to contact us at 1-800-472-5625 if we can assist in any way.
I’ve used TaxCuts for years to do my taxes. Love the ease of use. Appreciate the cost.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Fast
I would recommend this to a friend!
Value
5
Response from HRBlockBy Sydney, Social Media Department, March 4, 2026
We are so happy to hear about your great experiences! We appreciate your time & business, and thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with valuable feedback! We look forward to seeing you again next tax season!
I’ve been using Tax-Cuts for years. Great product. Easy to follow. Easy to file.
Pros: Easy to prepare
I would recommend this to a friend!
Value
5
Response from HRBlockBy Sydney, Social Media Department, March 4, 2026
We are so happy to hear about your great experiences! We appreciate your time & business, and thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with valuable feedback! We look forward to seeing you again next tax season!
Written by a customer while visiting HRBlock
Customer Rating
1
Choose another Income Tax program
on March 3, 2026
Posted by: Ed6056
Confusing directions especially for the state. Hard to know what to do according to the information given. I have done my income tax for over 40 years. This was the worst year yet.
Cons: Time consuming, Hard to prepare
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Value
2
Response from HRBlockBy Maria, Social Media Team, March 4, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations. At H&R Block, we're committed to delivering exceptional service, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. Please reach out to our support team at 1-800-472-5625 so we can better understand your concerns and make things right.