GrantExtension vs. FileLater
FileLater leans on trust signals (18+ years, A+ BBB, a 98%+ acceptance claim) and the widest business-form coverage. Its weak spot is opaque pricing — the fee is shown at e-file time. We're the opposite: one flat price up front — Form 4868 from $4.95, and Form 7004 / 8868 at $9.95 each.
Price per form
| Form | GrantExtension | FileLater |
|---|---|---|
| Form 4868 (personal) | $4.95 | ~$19.95 TODO(verify) |
| Form 7004 (business) | $9.95 | ~$19.95+ TODO(verify) |
| Form 8868 (nonprofit) | $9.95 | TODO(verify) |
FileLater does not publish a flat price — its fee is "determined at the time of e-file and subject to change," with comparable services cited around $19.95 (TODO(verify)). It does not advertise a standalone Form 8868. Always confirm current pricing on the provider's site.
Feature comparison
| Feature | GrantExtension | FileLater |
|---|---|---|
| Flat, upfront price | Yes — shown before you pay | No — shown at e-file time |
| All three forms (4868/7004/8868) | Yes | 4868 & 7004 + 30+ business forms; 8868 TODO(verify) |
| Niche business forms (1042, 1066, …) | Not offered (mainstream forms) | Yes — widest coverage |
| Instant IRS e-file + confirmation | Yes | Yes — real-time tracking |
| Tax-liability calculator | On-screen estimate fields | Yes |
| Money-back guarantee | Yes | TODO(verify) |
Where GrantExtension wins
- Transparent flat price shown up front — no "price determined at e-file time" surprise.
- Lower cost on the mainstream forms — Form 4868 $4.95 and 7004 $9.95.
- All three federal forms (4868, 7004, 8868) in one clean flow.
- A clean, mobile-first 5-minute flow with instant IRS confirmation.
- We never store your sensitive tax data after the extension is filed.
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Disclaimer: comparison based on publicly available information as of our 2026 analysis; competitor pricing and features change. Not affiliated with FileLater.