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Head-to-head · W-2 Filing Software

Yearli vs TaxBandits

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Yearli #2 in W-2 Filing Software 8.8/10 From $129/yr ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Yearli
TaxBandits #5 in W-2 Filing Software 8.2/10 From $19/mo · 30-day trial ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit TaxBandits

Yearli leads on 0 checks, TaxBandits on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreYearli · 8.8/10

Yearli scores higher on our rubric for w-2 filing software: 8.8 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #5.

Yearli is the better fit for high-volume W-2 teams wanting broad integrations. TaxBandits is the better fit for payroll teams needing W-2 plus payroll tax filing.

  • Yearli fits best

    High-volume W-2 teams wanting broad integrations

  • TaxBandits fits best

    Payroll teams needing W-2 plus payroll tax filing

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Side by side

Feature Yearli 8.8/10 Visit ↗ TaxBandits 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.2
Ranking #2 in W-2 Filing Software #5 in W-2 Filing Software
Best for High-volume W-2 teams wanting broad integrations Payroll teams needing W-2 plus payroll tax filing
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price From $129/yr $19/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Web, Windows Web, Chrome extension
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs
Compliance SOC 2 SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA
Integrations 41+ integrations 8 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Yearli 0/3 · TaxBandits 0/3
W-2 e-filing Not checked yet Not checked yet
W-2 corrections Not checked yet Not checked yet
Bulk employee upload Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Employee delivery Not checked yet Not checked yet
Included W-2 forms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Filing destinations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Files W-2, 1099, and 1095 forms with federal and applicable state filing
  • Supports data imports, pre-submission validation, and filing status tracking
  • Offers multi-client workflows and 40 integrations
  • Prepares W-2s and supports state filing alongside payroll tax workflows
  • Plus adds federal and state tax filings, payments, and reconciliation
  • API and accounting integrations support payroll data automation
Cons
  • Additional filing fees apply to annual subscriptions
  • Core includes per-form TIN matching; unlimited matching is on Performance
  • Tax payment is not included
  • State filings, payments, and reconciliation are listed for Plus, not Basic
  • Basic and Plus require monthly paid plans after the 30-day free trial
  • Focus extends beyond W-2 filing into broader payroll tax workflows
Our verdict

Yearli is an online and desktop platform for businesses, accountants, and service providers preparing W-2, 1099, 1095, and related information returns. It combines data entry and software imports with validation, federal and applicable…

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TaxBandits combines payroll tax compliance with employee and contractor payroll, W-2 preparation, and state filing support. It is aimed at businesses, tax professionals, and software providers that need more than year-end forms,…

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  1. YearliW-2 Filing Software 8.8From $129/yr
  2. TaxBanditsW-2 Filing Software 8.2From $19/mo · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Yearli — where it wins

    • Files W-2, 1099, and 1095 forms with federal and applicable state filing
    • Supports data imports, pre-submission validation, and filing status tracking
    • Offers multi-client workflows and 40 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Additional filing fees apply to annual subscriptions
    • Core includes per-form TIN matching; unlimited matching is on Performance
    • Tax payment is not included

  • TaxBandits — where it wins

    • Prepares W-2s and supports state filing alongside payroll tax workflows
    • Plus adds federal and state tax filings, payments, and reconciliation
    • API and accounting integrations support payroll data automation

    Where it doesn't

    • State filings, payments, and reconciliation are listed for Plus, not Basic
    • Basic and Plus require monthly paid plans after the 30-day free trial
    • Focus extends beyond W-2 filing into broader payroll tax workflows
  • Yearli8.8/10 · From $129/yr

    Federal and applicable state filing with validation, recipient delivery, and multi-client workflows.

    Visit YearliFull verdict →
  • TaxBandits8.2/10 · From $19/mo · 30-day trial

    Payroll workflows combine W-2 preparation with federal and state tax filing.

    Visit TaxBanditsFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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