TaxBandits
IRS-authorized e-filing platform for 1099, W-2, and payroll tax forms
About TaxBandits
TaxBandits is an IRS-authorized e-filing platform that simplifies federal and state tax form filing for businesses, accountants, and tax professionals. It supports a comprehensive range of forms including 1099 (NEC, MISC, K, INT, DIV, R, S), W-2, payroll forms (941, 940, 943, 944, 945), ACA forms (1095-B, 1095-C), and 1042 series. The platform features built-in TIN matching, USPS address validation, internal audit checks, and bulk data import via CSV/Excel and SFTP. TaxBandits integrates with popular accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, and FreshBooks, and offers a branded client portal for tax professionals to manage client communications and filings in one place.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Pay-per-form pricing with no setup fees or subscriptions required
- Comprehensive form coverage including 1099, W-2, ACA, and payroll forms
- Built-in compliance checks with TIN matching and address validation
- Integrates with QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, and FreshBooks
- Branded client portal included at no extra cost for tax professionals
- Supports all 51 state agencies for state filing
Cons
- Per-form pricing can add up for high-volume filers
- Primarily focused on US tax filing only
- Interface can feel overwhelming for first-time users
- Limited features outside of tax form filing
Key Features
1099 e-filing
E-file all 1099 variants (NEC, MISC, K, INT, DIV, R, S) with the IRS
W-2 e-filing
Federal and state W-2 filing with recipient copy distribution
Payroll tax forms
Support for 941, 940, 943, 944, and 945 forms
ACA compliance
File 1095-B and 1095-C forms for ACA reporting
TIN matching
Built-in TIN verification to prevent filing errors
USPS address validation
Automated address verification for accurate mailings
Bulk data import
Import data via CSV, Excel, and secure SFTP
API integration
Developer API for automated filing workflows
Client portal
Branded portal for tax professionals to manage client filings
Print and mail
Print and mail recipient copies with no expedite fees
Multi-client dashboard
Role-based access controls for managing multiple clients
State filing
Support for all 51 state agencies
Pricing
- Per form for first 10 forms
- Volume discounts available
- All form types included
- All 51 state agencies
- State-only W-2 filing
- Reconciliation forms
- Print and mail recipient copies
- No expedite fees
- USPS delivery