The Stripe Tax alternative that cuts costs and delivers real support

TAXCLOUD vs STRIPE TAX
A Better Alternative to Avalara

Start using TaxCloud and save 30% on average for the same features and finally take the stress out of sales tax, with responsive support and no hidden fees.

  • Transparent Pricing
  • Fast Setup
  • No Per-User Pricing
  • Music Direct
  • Avanquest

Why SMBs like yours choose TaxCloud over Stripe Tax for sales tax compliance

Access certified rates in SST states

Transparent Pricing & Cost Savings

  • Affordable plans: Starting at $19/month, with options tailored to your business needs.
  • No hidden fees: TaxCloud offers clear, upfront pricing without unexpected charges.
  • SST Program benefits: As a Certified Provider, TaxCloud helps eligible businesses access free filing, registration, and audit support in 24 Streamlined Sales Tax states.
TaxCloud US-based support

Real Customer Support

  • Rapid response times: Average response in just over an hour, with most issues resolved within 21 hours.
  • Dedicated U.S.-based team: Real people ready to assist you every step of the way.
  • Multiple support channels: Reach out via email or phone — whichever you prefer.
Stripe Tax vs TaxCloud

Comprehensive Migration Assistance

  • No setup fees: Get started without any initial costs.
  • Personalized onboarding: Our team guides you through every step of the transition.
  • Exit fee coverage: Share your Stripe Tax contract details, and we may cover your exit fees.

TaxCloud vs. Stripe Tax at a glance

Stripe Tax

(Monthly Plan)

Starts at $90
price increases with additional transactions

TaxCloud

(Premium Plan)

Starts at $79
No hidden fees
Built for

Large or international enterprises with complex tax coverage

U.S.-focused SMBs that want affordable, straightforward compliance without enterprise bloat

Orders included

200/month

200/month

Unlimited users
Free trial

Per-order pricing

30-day free trial, full access to all paid features and integrations

Free plan
Product tax code catalog

Yes

Yes

Exemption certificate support

3rd party

3rd party

Sales tax API

Offshored, AI-powered

Offshored, AI-powered

Economic nexus checker
Nationwide audit support

Yes

Yes

$42–$54 per return (plus activation fee)

$42–$54 per return (plus activation fee)

Transparent, predictable pricing

50% of activation fee or $250 minimum

50% of activation fee or $250 minimum

Automate sales tax filing

3rd party

Starting at $39/per return

Pay as you go
Email support
Phone support
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Mending the Soul

Operating across the US

"TaxCloud was AI research and my top choice for tax compliance for our non-profit. Everything has been easy to use and the onboarding process is seamless. Highly recommend!"

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Kevin H.

Operating across the US

"I dreaded the relaunch of our websites. At the top of the list: integrating sales tax. We couldn't use the same service as our in-house ERP system and I wasn't prepared for what I'd find and certainly hadn't budgeted for it. Signing up with TaxCloud was a no-brainer! Best and easiest decision I made."

Trustpilot

Customer

Operating across the US

"Very happy with the recent transition to this service. They had a service that fit our unique needs. Great user interface that connected to BigCommerce with ease. The team's responsiveness and willingness to go above and beyond to meet our unique needs has made all the difference. Thank you to everyone involved in making this transition a success!"

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PurO3

Operating across the US

"We just started with TaxCloud but the step-by-step onboarding process is incredibly easy and we love having someone very reactive to help us along the way, when questions come up. TaxCloud registered our company with a dozen states + SST states, painlessly. We linked our website with a few clicks... So far I highly recommend TaxCloud."

Shopify

Customer

Operating across the US

‘’Look no further for a sales tax collect, remit and report solution! TaxCloud is the answer. It's simple, affordable and seamlessly integrates with a Shopify store. We have been with TaxCloud since their inception and continue to be pleased with their service and support. Give them a try and get rid of all your sales tax headaches and you can focus on your real business plans!’’

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John

Operating across the US

‘’TaxCloud is super easy to set up and use and integrating it with our online sales platform was a breeze. The customer support is outstanding! You can actually speak to a live person who is extremely knowledgeable and helpful! Great product - highly recommended!’’

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Juanita S.

Small-Business (50 emp.)

It's so simple to use! I don't have to worry about the tax laws because that's what TaxCloud does. The call-in orders all over the USA can be put into their site manually, and it's easy to do! This is the easiest and best way to send the correct taxes to each state!

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Lemyn

Operating across the US

"We've used many tax service providers in the US, from big names like Avalara to mid-sized companies, and hands down, TaxCloud is the best. What sets them apart is their exceptional customer service and personal approach. Unlike the big companies, they offer a more personalized experience with a dedicated professional who is always there for you. Their response time is incredibly fast, and we've saved thousands of dollars each year since switching. For years, we overpaid, but now we only pay a fraction of what we used to."

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Tony A.

Operating across Canada

‘’We were entering the US market and we needed a solution to deal with the multiple state tax regulations in place. TaxCloud Solution was the answer to our problem. They were very responsive in assisting us implementing a solution with our complex sales transaction to ensure we are in compliance.’’

Trustpilot

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What to expect:

✔️ A quick call to understand your business and tax needs

✔️ Answers to all your questions — including pricing

✔️ Clarity on how TaxCloud can integrate with your existing tools

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