GrantExtension vs. FileLater
FileLater leans on trust signals (18+ years, A+ BBB, a 98%+ acceptance claim) and broad business-form coverage. Its weak spot is tiered pricing — personal plans start at $19.95, business at $24.95, and it doesn't file nonprofit 8868 at all. We're simpler: 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 (Essential tier) |
| Form 7004 (business) | $9.95 | $24.95 (Essential tier) |
| Form 8868 (nonprofit) | $9.95 | Not offered |
FileLater sells in tiers — personal from $19.95, business from $24.95 (Essential tier) — verified from FileLater's site as of July 2026. It does not offer a standalone Form 8868, and its money-back guarantee applies only on the Professional tier. Always confirm current pricing on the provider's site.
Feature comparison
| Feature | GrantExtension | FileLater |
|---|---|---|
| Flat, upfront price | Yes — shown before you pay | No — tiered plans |
| All three forms (4868/7004/8868) | Yes | 4868 & 7004 + business forms; no 8868 |
| 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 | Professional tier only |
Where GrantExtension wins
- Transparent flat price shown up front — no tiers to upgrade through.
- 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: competitor pricing and features verified from each provider's site as of July 2026; details change — confirm current pricing on the provider's site. Not affiliated with FileLater.