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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $19.00 Per Month
Avalara
Star Rating
(777)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(31)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $19.00 Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Avalara excels in automating the sales tax process, with users appreciating how it streamlines the monthly SUT process and organizes exemption certificates efficiently. This automation is a significant time-saver for businesses managing multiple transactions.
- Users say that TaxCloud stands out for its customer support, highlighting the accessibility of real US-based representatives who provide quick responses. This level of support gives users confidence that their accounts are managed effectively, which is crucial for businesses needing timely assistance.
- According to verified reviews, Avalara has a higher overall satisfaction score, indicating that while it may come with a higher price tag, users find value in its comprehensive features and reliability, especially for mid-market businesses.
- Reviewers mention that TaxCloud offers a more affordable pricing structure compared to Avalara, making it an attractive option for small businesses. Users appreciate the friendly overage policy on subscription tiers, which helps manage costs effectively.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Avalara has a robust feature set, some users have experienced challenges with its setup process, suggesting that it may not be as intuitive for new users compared to TaxCloud, which is noted for its straightforward integration.
- Users report that TaxCloud's focus on small businesses allows it to cater specifically to their needs, with features like easy integration with platforms such as WooCommerce, making it a practical choice for smaller e-commerce operations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Avalara
No pricing availableTaxCloud
Starter
Starting at $19.00
Per Month
Ideal for businesses and online marketplace sellers looking for simple sales tax compliance.
- CSV imports and data import integrations
- Return-ready sales tax reports for all states
- Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) discounts
Free Trial
Avalara
Free Trial is available
TaxCloud
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.1
463
8.7
27
Ease of Use
8.0
609
8.4
29
Ease of Setup
7.2
441
8.9
20
Ease of Admin
7.6
285
7.8
9
Quality of Support
6.8
462
8.3
27
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.1
291
8.0
10
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
459
7.8
27
Features by Category
Global Shipping
8.0
16
Not enough data
7.3
17
Not enough data
6.7
16
Not enough data
7.1
16
Not enough data
Payments and Pricing
6.9
15
Not enough data
6.6
16
Not enough data
7.2
17
Not enough data
6.7
16
Not enough data
6.2
17
Not enough data
Global ecommerce management
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.0
15
Not enough data
7.3
16
Not enough data
7.1
15
Not enough data
Portals
7.0
14
Not enough data
6.3
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Tracking
8.3
197
9.7
18
6.5
139
8.8
15
6.8
139
9.6
14
7.6
171
9.6
14
7.3
159
9.6
12
7.6
156
9.7
15
Integrations
7.2
179
9.6
15
Remittance
7.8
178
9.6
15
7.1
165
9.6
16
6.2
140
8.6
11
7.1
155
9.2
15
Agentic AI - Sales Tax and VAT Compliance
7.3
31
Not enough data
6.7
27
Not enough data
Tax Planning
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
Tax Filing
9.2
16
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
Workflows
8.8
18
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
Agentic AI - SAP Store
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Avalara and TaxCloud are categorized as Sales Tax and VAT Compliance
Unique Categories
TaxCloud has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Avalara
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
TaxCloud
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
12.1%
Retail
11.7%
Accounting
9.1%
Manufacturing
8.1%
Wholesale
6.2%
Other
52.8%
Retail
43.3%
Food & Beverages
10.0%
Accounting
10.0%
Computer Software
6.7%
Sporting Goods
3.3%
Other
26.7%
Discussions
I didn’t know I was supposed to register — do I need to worry about past sales?
2 Comments
Official Response from Avalara
It depends on the amount of sales you had and in which states. Do you owe more than $10,000 in taxes? A state probably isn’t going to just let that go, and...Read more
Do wholesale sales count toward NEXUS?
2 Comments
MS
It depends on the state. Along with advice from CPAs, I use the sales tax institute site to help...Read more
Can I refile a return that was filed in an SST state without Avalara's assistance?
2 Comments
MS
Yes, you can file any return without Avalara's assistance. Their selling point is that they do it for free if you enroll in their SST return service. We file...Read more
TaxCloud has no discussions with answers
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