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Head-to-head · Tax Information Reporting Software

1099-etc vs eFileMyForms

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score 1099-etc #5 in Tax Information Reporting Software 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 3 features Visit 1099-etc
eFileMyForms #7 in Tax Information Reporting Software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 3 features Visit eFileMyForms

1099-etc leads on 0 checks, eFileMyForms on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest score1099-etc · 8.9/10

1099-etc scores higher on our rubric for tax information reporting software: 8.9 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.

On recipient delivery, eFileMyForms gives you Both where 1099-etc offers Mail. On import methods, 1099-etc gives you Integrations where eFileMyForms offers Csv.

1099-etc is the better fit for affordable Windows filing with accounting imports. eFileMyForms is the better fit for pay-per-form filing across major form types.

  • 1099-etc fits best

    Affordable Windows filing with accounting imports

  • eFileMyForms fits best

    Pay-per-form filing across major form types

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Side by side

Feature 1099-etc 8.9/10 Visit ↗ eFileMyForms 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.7
Ranking #5 in Tax Information Reporting Software #7 in Tax Information Reporting Software
Best for Affordable Windows filing with accounting imports Pay-per-form filing across major form types
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $94/yr $2.99/unit usage-based
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop Cloud
Platforms Windows Web
Support Email, Phone Live chat, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features 1099-etc 3/3 · eFileMyForms 3/3
Federal e-file ✓ ✓
State e-file ✓ ✓
Correction filing ✓ ✓
Specs
Forms covered Both Both
Recipient delivery Mail Both
Free-plan form limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Import methods Integrations Csv
Our review
Pros
  • Prepares W-2, W-3, 1099, and 1042-S forms
  • Imports data from QuickBooks, Peachtree, Excel, and text files
  • Supports federal and state filing, corrections, and batch printing
  • Supports 1099, W-2, ACA, and 1042-S filing
  • CSV and Excel imports with real-time TIN matching
  • Includes corrections, recipient delivery, and status tracking
Cons
  • Windows-only desktop software
  • Electronic filing is priced separately per form
  • Recipient delivery is listed as mail
  • No free plan is available
  • Web-only access may not suit desktop-based workflows
  • Does not support electronic filing of Form 1042 through IRS MeF for tax year 2024
Our verdict

1099-etc is a paid Windows desktop suite for preparing, printing, and filing tax information returns. Its core 2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer supports W-2, W-3, and many 1099 forms, while the broader product supports 1042-S preparation, federal…

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eFileMyForms is a web-based tax information reporting service for businesses, CPAs, accountants, and bookkeepers. It supports federal electronic filing for 1099, W-2, ACA, and related forms, plus 1042-S filing, printing, and mailing. The…

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  1. 1099-etcTax Information Reporting Software 8.9Paid
  2. eFileMyFormsTax Information Reporting Software 8.7Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 1099-etc — where it wins

    • Prepares W-2, W-3, 1099, and 1042-S forms
    • Imports data from QuickBooks, Peachtree, Excel, and text files
    • Supports federal and state filing, corrections, and batch printing

    Where it doesn't

    • Windows-only desktop software
    • Electronic filing is priced separately per form
    • Recipient delivery is listed as mail

  • eFileMyForms — where it wins

    • Supports 1099, W-2, ACA, and 1042-S filing
    • CSV and Excel imports with real-time TIN matching
    • Includes corrections, recipient delivery, and status tracking

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Web-only access may not suit desktop-based workflows
    • Does not support electronic filing of Form 1042 through IRS MeF for tax year 2024

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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