The thorough questions covers every possible topic so you don't miss anything. And you can go back and enter things you missed. Also looks for possible deductions and credit you didn't know exist.
Step by step instructions are easy to use and follow. Links to detailed information and instructions are good with concise clear explanations. For the average tax payer and/or small business this program will provide a better service than going to a tax service or CPA.
What's great about it: Easy and complete step by step instructions
Although this year seemed a little harder to get through than previous years it is still a marvelous choice. I am glad to be able to setup all forms on my pc then efile and epay knowing my data is stored for next year. Also I feel good knowing I opted for the extra audit protection.
What's great about it: options to be guided through the process or select your own
What's not so great: search didn't find the location I searched for so I had to manually go through the forms to find what I was looking for.
Pros: My job status changed this year (switched jobs, lost a job, got a raise or promotion)
I have used TurboTax for many years and appreciate the simplicity and always feel I am getting the best return. I tried the iPad version last year and this is not synced with the online version so I have not been able to access (print) my 2012 tax forms. I even paid for 2013 and still not able. Online assistance is not existence, which makes a simple process frustrating. With the growth in technology, a better job should be done in syncing the platforms especially if the end result is an electronic transmission through TurboTax.
What's great about it: Easy access and updates. Easy to maneuver and add information.
What's not so great: Access to last year's tax forms. The platforms are not synced.
Pros: My job status changed this year (switched jobs, lost a job, got a raise or promotion)