Customer Reviews for H&R Block - Tax Software Deluxe 2025 - Windows, Mac OS
Customer Rating
3
Disappointed
on April 15, 2024
Posted by: TEH2024
from Springfield, TN
I have used this software for several years. In fact, it's the only tax preparation software that I've ever used. This year I was very disappointed on Sunday when I attempted to e-file my return and kept getting the bad gateway error. Also tried on Monday and got the same message. I resorted to submitting a paper file and check for taxes owed to be sure that I made the deadline. Then I found out tonight when checking my email that the return was accepted last night. Now I'm wondering what is going to happen with the duplicate returns and payments. How do I get it back!!! Will probably look to different software next year :(
I used the Turbo one for years, until the last two years. My returns are relatively simple. I do, however, have Mutual Fund type accounts. This requires me to file simple 1099 B's. The other popular program requires me to upgrade to their more expense versions, even Deluxe won't allow this. The H&R Block version costs less, does more, and is every bit as easy. For me, the choice is a no brainer.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Easy to import documents, Fast
I used to be a tax professional who prepared many individual tax returns. I think the software is good, not great. The main challenges- not being able to see a draft 1040 before final release. And clearing the poorly explained “errors” before finally releasing the return, with poor guidance on how to do so. Otherwise the software was easy to use.