GrantExtension vs. ExpressExtension
ExpressExtension is the category's volume leader, with the broadest form coverage and a strong CPA/bulk story. But for a single self-serve extension, you can pay less and file faster with GrantExtension — Form 4868 from $4.95, and Form 7004 / 8868 at $9.95 each, one flat fee.
Price per form
| Form | GrantExtension | ExpressExtension |
|---|---|---|
| Form 4868 (personal) | $4.95 | ~$12.95 TODO(verify) |
| Form 7004 (business) | $9.95 | $19.95 |
| Form 8868 (nonprofit) | $9.95 | ~$14.95 TODO(verify) |
Competitor prices per our 2026 competitive analysis. ExpressExtension's 7004 retail price ($19.95) is confirmed; its 4868 and 8868 retail prices are commonly cited but TODO(verify). "Starts at $2.99" is a bulk/per-credit floor for tax pros, not the single-filing retail price. Always confirm current pricing on the provider's site.
Feature comparison
| Feature | GrantExtension | ExpressExtension |
|---|---|---|
| Flat, upfront price | Yes — shown before you pay | Per-form; bulk credits for pros |
| All three forms (4868/7004/8868) | Yes | Yes (+ 8809, 15397, state) |
| Instant IRS e-file + confirmation | Yes | Yes |
| Bulk / CPA dashboard | Not offered (consumer-focused) | Yes — Excel/CSV, ~$5.95/form bulk |
| State extension | TODO(verify) — roadmap | $2.00 add-on |
| Money-back guarantee | Yes | TODO(verify) |
Where GrantExtension wins
- Lower single-filing price — Form 4868 from $4.95 vs. ExpressExtension's higher retail.
- One flat fee shown before you pay — no per-credit math, no upsell tiers.
- A clean, mobile-first 5-minute flow built for one extension, not a pro back office.
- We never store your sensitive tax data after the extension is filed.
- Money-back guarantee if the IRS rejects a return we can't fix.
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Disclaimer: comparison based on publicly available information as of our 2026 analysis; competitor pricing and features change. Not affiliated with ExpressExtension.