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Key takeaways
- TaxFormHero has the clearest pay-per-form pricing, starting at $1.99 per form and dropping to $0.45 at volume, with no subscription.
- Avalara 1099 & W-9, formerly Track1099, publishes graduated pricing from $3.10 per form and includes recipient e-delivery and e-corrections.
- 1099 Online advertises rates as low as $0.74 per form with real-time TIN matching built in.
- Tax1099 leads on integrations with accounting platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, and NetSuite, making it the pick for multi-EIN operations.
- The 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC reporting threshold rises from $600 to $2,000 for tax year 2026 payments, so many filers will have smaller batches this season.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 Tax1099 | Accounting integrations | See website | No |
 TaxBandits | Corrections included | See website | No |
 Avalara 1099 & W-9 | Tiered per-form pricing | $3.10 per form | No |
 Yearli | Bundled state and recipient service | $4.99 per form | Yes |
 eFile4Biz | Guided filing for CPAs | See website | Yes |
 1099 Online | Low per-form cost | $0.74 per form | No |
 eFileMyForms | Simple no-subscription filing | See website | No |
 TaxFormHero | Transparent pay-per-form pricing | $1.99 per form | No |
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The best 1099 filing software
Starting priceSee website
Free planNo
Tax1099 is the platform you pick when your recipient data already lives in your accounting system. Direct integrations with QuickBooks Desktop and Online, Xero, Sage, NetSuite, FreshBooks, and Bill.com pull vendor and payment data straight in, which removes the most error-prone step: rekeying contractor names and TINs by hand. It covers 40-plus forms, including 1099 series, W-2, payroll 94X forms, and ACA 1095s, with bulk upload for high volumes.
The platform runs on graduated per-form pricing with an Essential tier carrying no annual subscription fee, plus optional Teams and Scale plans for collaborative operations. The honest catch is small batches. If you file a dozen forms, the per-form rate is steep compared to TaxFormHero, so Tax1099 makes the most sense once you have enough volume, or enough accounting-system complexity, to justify it.
What we like- 11+ no-code integrations including QuickBooks, Xero, and NetSuite
- Supports 40+ form types including 1099, W-2, 94X, and ACA
- Real-time TIN matching and USPS address validation
Watch out for- No free plan
- Pricing is graduated, so small batches cost more per form
Starting priceSee website
Free planNo
TaxBandits has built its reputation on one promise: the price you pay covers the whole job. Corrections and retransmissions are included with your filing fee, which matters because the whole point of a 1099 platform is that something will need fixing in February. The free W-9 Manager handles vendor collection, and the platform covers 1099, W-2, 94X, 1042, and 1095 forms with integrations for QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, and Karbon.
Its AI assistant and multi-client dashboard appeal to firms filing for many clients. The honest catch is that the graduated per-form schedule is not spelled out on a public pricing page the way TaxFormHero's is, so you will need an account or a quote to see exactly where your volume lands. Firms that correct forms often will like the bundled corrections; simple filers may do better with flat pay-per-form pricing.
What we like- Corrections and retransmissions included with the filing fee
- Free W-9 Manager for vendor collection
- SOC 2 compliant and IRS-authorized
Watch out for- Volume pricing details require a quote
- Add-ons like print and mail cost extra
Starting price$3.10 per form
Free planNo
Avalara acquired Track1099 in 2021 and has kept it running as Avalara 1099 & W-9, with the Track1099 name still appearing on its pages. Its pricing page is refreshingly direct: $3.10 per form for the first 15, $2.30 for the next 150, $1.30 for the next 335, and $0.63 above 500, with recipient e-delivery, electronic corrections, and PDF downloads included. State e-filing is $1.49 per form, and TIN matching runs $0.45 per check.
The product supports a long list of form types, from the full 1099 series to W-2, 1095, and even 1042-S. The honest catch is timing. If you file late in the January rush, recipient postal mail costs more, and the per-form price at small volumes is higher than TaxFormHero's. Plan to file early and e-deliver, and the math looks much better.
What we like- Transparent graduated pricing published on its own site
- Recipient e-delivery and e-corrections included
- Strong state e-filing coverage
Watch out for- State filing costs $1.49 per form extra
- Postal mail jumps to $2.89 per form during the Jan 27-31 rush
Starting price$4.99 per form
Free planYes
Yearli, by Greatland, takes the bundled approach: instead of nickel-and-diming add-ons, its plans include federal filing, state reporting, and recipient delivery in one workflow. The Core plan is free to start, Performance runs $129 per year, and Premier $799 per year, with a standard per-form estimate of $4.99 that reflects filing plus federal e-file, state reporting, and recipient print and mail.
It covers W-2, 1099, and 1095 forms with 40-plus integrations and strong multi-client support for accountants and PEOs. The honest catch is that bundling is not always cheaper. If you e-deliver everything and skip state filing, a pay-per-form tool like TaxFormHero will cost less. Yearli wins when you want one price that covers mail, state, and delivery without add-on math.
What we like- Core plan is free to start
- Every plan includes federal filing, state reporting, and recipient delivery
- Unlimited TIN matching on paid plans
Watch out for- Higher per-form estimate than pure e-file vendors
- Peak pricing applies around the Jan 31 deadline
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
efile4Biz is built for the once-a-year filer and the CPA with fifty clients, which is a harder combination than it sounds. Account setup is free without a credit card, and your account keeps last year's data ready for updates, so the January return visit is quick. You choose your service level at checkout: e-file only, or e-file plus print and mail for recipient copies.
The platform supports 1099s, W-2s, 1098s, ACA forms, and corrections, with imports from Excel, QuickBooks, and Xero, and a Service Bureau for filers who want to hand off the whole batch. The honest catch is pricing opacity. There is no public per-form schedule, so you will compare it by setting up the free account and pricing a sample batch against TaxFormHero before you commit.
What we like- Free account with no credit card required
- Multi-client management from one dashboard
- IRS and SSA approved with automatic validation
Watch out for- Pricing not shown publicly
- Interface leans functional rather than modern
Starting price$0.74 per form
Free planNo
1099 Online leads with the number: rates as low as $0.74 per form, with bulk imports, multi-payer support under one login, and real-time TIN matching against IRS records. Rejected forms can be corrected and re-filed free, and the platform handles combined federal and state filing for states in the CF/SF program, plus print and mail for recipient copies.
It is aimed squarely at SMBs, accountants, and high-volume filers, with SSO for managing multiple businesses. The honest catch is that "as low as" pricing always depends on volume and package, so a small filer will pay more than the headline. Still, among the low-cost vendors it is one of the few that puts its starting number right on the homepage.
What we like- Rates as low as $0.74 per form on its own homepage
- Real-time TIN matching included
- Free re-filing of rejected forms
Watch out for- No free tier
- The lowest rates are volume-dependent
Starting priceSee website
Free planNo
eFileMyForms keeps the pitch simple: complete tax support with no monthly fees, aimed at the new IRS reality where anyone filing 10 or more information returns must e-file. It covers 1099, W-2, and ACA forms with guided workflows, automated error checks, real-time TIN matching, print and mail services, and corrections through its portal.
The platform leans into multi-client accounting workflows, with a single dashboard, volume discounts across all client filings, and real-time status tracking. The honest catch is discovery. Pricing and advanced features are harder to evaluate from the site than at TaxFormHero or Avalara, so this one rewards a quick trial filing or a call before you commit your whole season.
What we like- No monthly fees or software to install
- 25+ federal and state forms supported
- Built for CPAs with multi-client dashboards
Watch out for- Pricing details are not prominent on the site
- Feature depth trails larger platforms
Starting price$1.99 per form
Free planNo
TaxFormHero wins the transparency contest in this category. Its homepage prints the entire schedule: the first 150 1099-series forms at $1.99 each, then $0.99, then $0.60, then $0.45 beyond 1,000, with each band priced separately. Add-ons are equally explicit: state filing $0.99 per form, print and mail $1.69, e-delivery $0.19, TIN matching $0.49. No signup fee, no subscription, pay only for what you file.
The platform is IRS-authorized and SOC 2 Type I audited, with automated W-9 collection and acceptance usually back within 24 hours. The honest catch is that the headline $1.99 does not include delivery or verification, so add the pieces you need before comparing. And if live QuickBooks or Xero sync is essential, its direct integrations are still marked as coming soon.
What we like- Full pricing schedule on its own homepage
- No signup fee or subscription
- Optional add-ons priced individually
Watch out for- Delivery and TIN matching cost extra
- QuickBooks and Xero integrations still listed as coming soon
How we chose
We compared platforms that specialize in 1099 e-filing, checking each vendor's own pricing pages and documentation in October 2026, plus public reviews on Trustpilot, Capterra, and G2. We favored vendors with transparent pricing, IRS authorization, TIN matching, state filing, and correction workflows, and we noted where a brand changed names, as with Track1099 becoming Avalara 1099 & W-9. We never claim hands-on testing. Products that could not be verified on a live homepage were excluded.
What to look for before you file
Price the whole batch, not the headline rate
Every vendor advertises its cheapest per-form number. Your actual bill adds TIN matching, state filing, recipient mail or e-delivery, and sometimes a plan fee. Build a simple model for your real batch: number of forms, how many need state filing, how many recipients get paper mail. TaxFormHero's published calculator makes this easy, and you can sanity-check any other vendor against it.
Collect W-9s before December
Missing TINs are the number one cause of January panic and IRS B-notices. Most platforms here include W-9 collection, free or paid. Send the requests in the fall, run TIN matching before you submit, and you will avoid the correction cycle that makes tax season miserable.
Watch the threshold change for tax year 2026
The $600 threshold for certain 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC payments rises to $2,000 for payments made in 2026, reported in the 2027 filing season. That means smaller batches for many businesses. If you paid a per-form vendor at higher rates for a small batch in the past, recheck the math: you may drop into a cheaper band or qualify for a simpler tool this year.
The consolidation question
Avalara's acquisition of Track1099 was part of a broader consolidation in tax compliance, and the Sovos 1099Pro line serves the enterprise end of the same trend. For small businesses the practical effect is that mid-market vendors keep getting absorbed into bigger compliance suites. That is not a reason to panic, but it is a reason to prefer vendors with clear data export and multi-year record retention, so a future acquisition does not trap your filing history.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest 1099 filing software?
It depends on your volume. TaxFormHero starts at $1.99 per form with full transparency, 1099 Online advertises rates as low as $0.74 per form, and Avalara 1099 & W-9 drops to $0.63 per form above 500 forms. Price your whole batch including state filing and delivery before declaring a winner, since add-ons change the ranking.
Do I have to e-file my 1099s?
Yes, if you file 10 or more information returns in aggregate across all form types in a calendar year. Below that threshold you can still paper-file, but e-filing is faster and gives you an acceptance record, so most businesses e-file regardless.
What changed for the 2026 tax year?
The reporting threshold for certain 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC payments rises from $600 to $2,000 for payments made in 2026, reported during the 2027 filing season. Many businesses will file fewer forms. The 1099-NEC recipient and filing deadline also shifts to February 1, 2027, since January 31 falls on a Sunday.
What is TIN matching and do I need it?
TIN matching checks each recipient's name and taxpayer identification number against IRS records before you file. It catches the typos that trigger IRS mismatch notices and backup withholding. Most platforms here offer it as a paid add-on, and it is cheap insurance for any batch with new contractors.
Can I correct a 1099 after filing?
Yes. Every platform on this list supports corrections, though the terms differ: TaxBandits includes corrections with the filing fee, while others charge the applicable per-form rate. File corrections as soon as you spot the error, since penalties grow with how late the correction lands.
Is Track1099 still available?
Track1099 is now Avalara 1099 & W-9, following Avalara's 2021 acquisition. The product continues to operate with the same tiered per-form pricing model, now inside Avalara's compliance platform.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://www.tax1099.com/
- https://taxbandits.com/
- https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/1099.html
- https://yearli.com/
- https://www.efile4biz.com/
- https://1099online.com/
- https://efilemyforms.com/
- https://taxformhero.com/
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