Nonprofit E-Filing Comparison 2025
TaxZerone vs FILE 990
Which Is Right for Your Nonprofit?
A thorough, feature-by-feature comparison of two IRS-authorized e-filing platforms - covering forms supported,
pricing, workflow tools, and security certifications.
Feature Comparison
Complete Side-by-Side Breakdown
Every essential feature for exempt organization e-filing, based on each platform’s official feature set.
Filing & Form Support
The forms and filing options available to help you complete your return
| TaxZerone | Form Supported | FILE 990 |
|---|---|---|
| ✓ Supported | Form 990-N (e-Postcard) | Supported ✓ |
| ✓ Supported | Form 990-EZ | Supported ✓ |
| ✓ Supported | Form 990 | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Form 990-PF | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Form 990-T | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Form 1120-POL | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Form 5227 | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Form 8868 (Extension) | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Form 8050 | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | CA Form 199 (State) | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | CA Form 109 (State) | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Free | 990 Schedules (auto-generated) | Supported ✓ |
| ✓ Supported | 990 Amended Returns | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Multi-Year Filing (2023–2025) | Supported ✓ |
Data Intake & Filing Tools
The tools available to simplify data entry, importing, and filing
| TaxZerone | Filing Tools & Data Access | FILE 990 |
|---|---|---|
✓ Available | Click2File (prior-year carry-over) | Not Supported Currently x |
✓ Supported | Form-based direct entry | Supported ✓ |
| ✓ Available | EIN lookup / IRS data import | Organization Details Only x |
✓ Available | E-signature (8453-TE / 8879-TE) | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Available | EIN Finder | Not Supported Currently x |
Validation & Security
How the platform checks your return and keeps your filing data secure
| TaxZerone | Security & Validation | FILE 990 |
|---|---|---|
✓ Available | Built-in IRS Error / Audit Check | Available ✓ |
✓ Authorized | IRS-Authorized E-File Provider | Authorized ✓ |
| ✓ Supported | SOC 2 Certification | Not Supported Currently x |
✓ Supported | Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) | Not Supported Currently x |
Post-Filing & Support
The tools and support available after you submit your return
| TaxZerone | Support & Post-Filing | FILE 990 |
|---|---|---|
✓ Free | Free Retransmission on Rejection | Available ✓ |
✓ Available | Real-Time IRS Status (Email) | Available ✓ |
| ✓ Available | Filing History / Return Archive | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Available | Deadline Reminders | Available ✓ |
| ✓ Available | Record Keeping | Available ✓ |
| ✓ Supported | Email Support | Supported ✓ |
| ✓ Supported | Live Chat Support | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Supported | Phone Support | Not Supported Currently x |
Professional & Organization Tools
Features designed to support tax professionals and organization management
| TaxZerone | Professional & Organization Tools | FILE 990 |
|---|---|---|
| ✓ Available | Tax Professional Tools | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Available | Logo & Brand Customization | Not Supported Currently x |
Pricing & Payment
Payment options and flexibility for managing filing costs
| TaxZerone | Pricing & Payment Options | FILE 990 |
|---|---|---|
| ✓ Available | Pay in advance | Not Supported Currently x |
| ✓ Available | PayPal payment option | Not Supported Currently x |
Pricing
Transparent Cost Comparison
Exactly what you’ll pay to file each return type, with no hidden fees.
TaxZerone - Recommended
Simple, Flat Pricing
FORM 990-N
$9.90 / Per filing
FORM 990-EZ
$89.99 / Per filing
FORM 990
$179.99 / Per filing
FORM 990-PF
$149.99 / Per filing
FORM 990-T
$129.99 / Per filing
FILE 990
Per-Filing Pricing
FORM 990-N
$54.99 / notice
FORM 990-EZ
$84.99 / Per filing
FORM 990
Not supported
FORM 990-PF
Not supported
FORM 990-T
Not supported
Forms Coverage
Which Forms Does Each Platform Support?
TaxZerone covers the full spectrum of exempt org returns. FILE 990 is limited to 990-EZ and full 990.
Form 990-N
Annual e-Postcard for small nonprofits with gross receipts ≤ $50K
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 ✓
Form 990-EZ
Short-form return for mid-size orgs (gross receipts < $200K)
TaxZerone ✓
FILE990 ✓
Form 990
Full return for larger nonprofits with gross receipts ≥ $200K
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
Form 990-PF
Return of private foundation regardless of financial size
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
Form 990-T
Exempt org business income tax return (unrelated business income)
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
Form 1120-POL
Political organization income tax return
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
Form 5227
Split-interest trust information return
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
Form 8868
Extension of time to file exempt organization returns
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
Form 8050
Direct deposit of corporate tax refund
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
CA Form 199
California exempt organization annual return (state filing)
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
CA Form 109
California Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return (state filing)
TaxZerone ✓
FILE 990 x
What Customers Says About Us
Reviews 5.0
Reviews 5.0
We manage a small nonprofit and don’t have a dedicated tax specialist. TaxZerone gave us a simple way to prepare and submit our 990 without unnecessary complexity.
Daniel R
We file Form 990 every year, so having a platform that keeps the process organized is important to us. TaxZerone has made our annual filing much easier to manage.
Kevin S
I had questions while preparing our return and appreciated having support when I needed it. The process was straightforward, and I felt confident submitting our filing.
Pastor James
Ready to File Your Nonprofit Return?
Filing an exempt organization return doesn’t have to be complicated.
Choose a platform that makes e-filing straightforward, provides the features you need,
keeps your data secure, and offers transparent, predictable pricing.
Supports IRS Forms Across the Exempt Organization Family
Free retransmission if your return is rejected
Easy-to-follow filing workflow
Transparent pricing with no subscription or hidden fees
SOC 2 certified security
IRS-authorized e-file provider
✓ No subscription.
✓ No hidden fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I file for an automatic 6-month extension if my organization needs more time?
Yes. TaxZerone supports electronic filing for Form 8868, allowing exempt organizations to quickly request an automatic 6-month extension before their filing deadline.
What happens if my tax-exempt return gets rejected by the IRS? Is retransmission free?
If the IRS rejects your tax-exempt return due to errors or missing information, TaxZerone lets you correct the issues and retransmit your return for free. You will not be charged any additional fees to resubmit.
Are there hidden fees for adding required IRS schedules (e.g., Schedule A, B, or D)?
No.TaxZerone features transparent pricing with no extra or hidden charges for adding required IRS supporting schedules. All applicable schedules auto-generate based on your inputs and are included in your standard filing price.