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Invoicely vs TaxAct

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Invoicely

Accounting

Web-based invoicing app with a free plan for freelancers

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Free
Rated
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TaxAct logo

TaxAct

Accounting

Get your maximum refund, guaranteed

From
Free
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The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Invoicely free plan is limited to just 5 invoices and 3 clients per month, and PayPal-only payments.; TaxAct free edition available only to approximately 40% of filers
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Invoicely and TaxAct actually diverge.

Attributes where Invoicely and TaxAct differ
AttributeInvoicelyTaxAct
Pricing modelfreemiumone-time

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Accounting).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Invoicely

  • Invoice creation
  • Recurring invoices
  • Time, expense, and mileage tracking
  • Multi-currency support
  • Team member access
  • Credit card payments

Only in TaxAct

Nothing recorded that Invoicely does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Invoicely

  • Freelancers sending a small number of invoices for freenot TaxAct
  • Small businesses needing recurring billing and time trackingnot TaxAct
  • Multi-currency invoicing for international clientsnot TaxAct
  • Teams needing shared access to client invoicingnot TaxAct

TaxAct

  • Individual tax filingnot Invoicely
  • Self-employed tax preparationnot Invoicely

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Invoicely

  • Free plan is limited to just 5 invoices and 3 clients per month, and PayPal-only payments.
  • No native mobile app mentioned, limiting on-the-go invoicing.
  • Team member limits on lower tiers can be restrictive for growing businesses.
  • No listed integrations with accounting platforms like QuickBooks or Xero.

TaxAct

  • Free edition available only to approximately 40% of filers
  • Pricing excludes separate state filing fees
  • Xpert Full Service pricing available on request only

Pricing, plan by plan

Invoicely

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 5 monthly invoices
    • 3 saved clients
    • PayPal payments only
  • Basic$9.99/month
    • 100 monthly invoices
    • 25 saved clients
    • Up to 2 team members
  • Professional$19.99/month
    • 250 monthly invoices
    • 100 saved clients
    • Up to 10 team members
  • Enterprise$29.99/month
    • Unlimited monthly invoices
    • Unlimited saved clients
    • Up to 25 team members

TaxAct

Free
  • Free EditionFree
    • W-2 income
    • Unemployment
    • Basic credits and deductions
  • Deluxe$59.99/tax-year
    • All Free Edition features
    • Home ownership deductions
    • Childcare and dependent care
  • Premier$99.99/tax-year
    • All Deluxe features
    • Investment income and capital gains
    • Cryptocurrency reporting
  • Self-Employed$109.99/tax-year
    • Complete business support
    • For contractors, freelancers, and sole proprietors

Which should you pick?

Choose Invoicely if

  • You need invoice creation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on web.
  • You also want recurring invoices.

Choose TaxAct if

  • You want to start without paying.

Questions people ask

Is Invoicely or TaxAct better?
Neither clearly leads. Invoicely starts at Free and TaxAct at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Invoicely or TaxAct?
Invoicely starts at Free and TaxAct at Free.
Does Invoicely or TaxAct run on more platforms?
Invoicely runs on web. TaxAct runs on Web.
Can I use Invoicely for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Invoicely best used for?
Invoicely is most often used for freelancers sending a small number of invoices for free, small businesses needing recurring billing and time tracking, multi-currency invoicing for international clients, teams needing shared access to client invoicing. Of those, freelancers sending a small number of invoices for free and small businesses needing recurring billing and time tracking are not what TaxAct is typically brought in for.
What can Invoicely do that TaxAct cannot?
Invoicely covers Invoice creation, Recurring invoices, Time, expense, and mileage tracking, Multi-currency support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Invoicely: Is there a free plan, and what are its limits?

Yes, the Free plan allows up to 5 monthly invoices and 3 saved clients, with PayPal-only payments and no team members, and requires no credit card.

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TaxAct: How much does TaxAct cost?

TaxAct offers a free edition for approximately 40% of filers, Deluxe at $59.99, Premier at $99.99, and Self-Employed at $109.99 per tax year.

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Invoicely: What does Invoicely cost?

Paid plans start at Basic for $9.99/month, Professional at $19.99/month, and Enterprise at $29.99/month, each raising invoice, client, and team member limits.

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TaxAct: Is TaxAct truly free for eligible filers?

Yes, TaxAct's Free Edition is available at no cost for W-2 employees, students, and filers meeting basic income and deduction requirements.

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Invoicely: Can I change or cancel my plan?

Yes, Invoicely allows customers to upgrade or downgrade their subscription level at any time.

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TaxAct: What is the difference between Premier and Deluxe plans?

Premier adds support for investment income, capital gains, cryptocurrency, rental properties, and home sale reporting compared to Deluxe.

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