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UFile alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded UFile alternative is StudioTax (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
UFile compared with 4 alternatives: StudioTax, Wealthsimple Tax, TurboTax and TaxAct.
UFile has a free plan. Paid plans start at $20.95 (UFile Online); Windows edition from $26.99. All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| UFileThis tool | Free plan · from $20.95 | Yes | Web, Windows |
| StudioTax | Free plan · from $17.50/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Wealthsimple Tax | Free plan · from $40/yr | Yes | Web |
| TurboTax | Free plan · from $84/yr | Yes | Web, iOS |
| TaxAct | Free plan · from $44.99/yr | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from UFile
StudioTax
Canadian personal tax software for desktop and mobile
- StudioTax starts at $17.50 per tax year for a license covering 10 returns.
- StudioTax also lists macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- StudioTax lists no web app, which UFile has.
Suits: Canadians who want a local desktop program rather than a cloud service
Wealthsimple Tax
Canadian personal tax filing with a pay-what-you-want basic plan
- Wealthsimple Tax starts at CA$40 + tax per tax year (Plus); Basic is pay what you want, including $0.
- Wealthsimple Tax lists no Windows app, which UFile has.
Suits: Canadians with employment, investment, rental or self-employed income who want a low-cost return
TurboTax
US personal and business tax filing, self-serve or with an expert
- TurboTax starts at $84 per tax year (TurboTax Desktop Deluxe, state e-file extra).
- TurboTax also lists an iOS app.
- TurboTax lists no Windows app, which UFile has.
- TurboTax does not cover forms, which UFile does.
Suits: Filers with simple returns who want a free federal and state return
TaxAct
Online and downloadable tax filing for individuals and businesses
- TaxAct starts at $44.99 per tax year (download); online from $59.99, states extra.
- TaxAct lists no Windows app, which UFile has.
- TaxAct also covers documents.
- TaxAct does not cover forms, which UFile does.
Suits: Individuals with simple returns that qualify for free federal filing
Limits worth knowing in UFile
- The pages show only 'starting at' prices ($20.95, $26.99, $32.95); the final price and its basis are not published on the pages read.
- The Windows edition is Windows only and has no online storage; the online edition works in any browser.
- Free filing for students uses a code from the Canadian Federation of Students, and the low-income route applies under $20,000 total family income.
- UFile PRO, for tax preparers, and UFileT2 for corporations are separate products with no prices on the pages read.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to UFile?
The alternatives to UFile in this directory are StudioTax, Wealthsimple Tax, TurboTax and TaxAct. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with UFile.
Is there a free alternative to UFile?
Yes. StudioTax, Wealthsimple Tax, TurboTax and TaxAct have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which UFile alternatives work on macOS?
The UFile listing does not include a macOS app. StudioTax lists one.
Which UFile alternatives work on Android?
The UFile listing does not include an Android app. StudioTax lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.