Keeper vs. Wave
Wave helps you send invoices and keep your books organized. Keeper goes further - automatically finding tax deductions, estimating quarterly taxes, and filing your return from start to finish.
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How Keeper compares to Wave
Wave is bookkeeping software. Keeper is tax software built specifically for freelancers, contractors, and self-employed people.
| Feature | Keeper | Wave |
|---|---|---|
| Total price | $199/yr | $0–$16/mo |
| Federal tax return | ||
| State tax return | ||
| Multiple states included | ||
| Transparent pricing | ||
| Automatically finds business deductions | ||
| Return reviewed & signed by a tax pro | ||
| Unlimited expert support | ||
| 100% accuracy guaranteed | ||
| Maximum refund guaranteed |
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It's not just a price difference. Keeper does the parts of tax season that Wave leaves to you.
We find deductions automatically
Connect your bank account and Keeper scans your transactions for tax write-offs you may have missed. The average freelancer uncovers over $1,200 in deductions.
Taxes are built in
Wave helps you track income and expenses. Keeper helps you actually file your taxes — including federal and state returns.
Quarterly taxes made simple
Keeper estimates what you'll owe throughout the year and helps you avoid surprise tax bills and penalties.
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