Customer Reviews for H&R Block - Tax Software Deluxe 2026 - Windows, Mac OS
Customer Rating
4
Format Issues
on April 11, 2019
Posted by: TTTTTTTTTTTTT
from New England
Program seems to import correctly and the channeling of steps to complete the horribly complex tax return and code and regulations seems pretty good, but the way graphics are displayed and especially input is crowded into too small spaces leaves a lot to be desired. Further, it carries over to print, so that some numbers are truncated. This may be due to the setting I use in order to see the tiny print (+125%), but I would rather blame that on the program than on these aged eyeballs.
Every year that I make a QCD from my IRA, I must explain it to the IRS in writing, after they notify me of an error. I have written you in the past about the fact that your program does not provide a provision to enter this information and it is not in the interview.
I have used H&R for several years. Program is well organized and easy to use. To over simplify perhaps, it is just answering the questions and viola' you are done.
Of course if you don't organize and have your tax documents readily available...well, any program or in-office preparer you will find it challenging. But if you do have your stuff ready, it really is simple.
I keep coming back based upon pricing, prior performance and ease of use.
I haven't been audited so I can't say what the use of a H&R professional agent is like...but based upon the other...I would suspect it is very helpful.
I have used several of the competitor's products, and H&R Block has the best format and is the simplest to use. It is also very easy to get the help you need for a few more dollars (hence my choice in the Deluxe version). This year's taxes were easier than before, so I didn't need to use the online help feature, but is was great to have it available if I ran into a problem.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Easy to import documents, Fast
I had been using an alternate product T****T** for years until last year when that company's software would no longer work on my computer. I was angry about it and rather than get a new computer, I decided to try HRBlock software. I like it much better. It's actually easier to use and provides better support.
Pros: Easy to prepare, Maximizes refund, Easy to import documents, Fast