Tax forms supported
We consider how many forms a tax-prep software provider supports in the free versions of tax software. If it supports Form 1040, EITC, CTC, Schedules 1-3, Schedules A, C, D, E and a state return free, it earns the highest rating. The ratings go down the fewer forms supported. If a provider supports no forms, it gets the lowest rating. This category applies to the free package rubric only.