TurboTax for iPad
Platform: iOS
Cost: $29.99
How it helps: Want to actually file your taxes from your tablet? The TurboTax for iPad features all the services of the basic computer software package, available directly from your iPad. Several other tax prep firms offer tax-filing apps, but this one consistently gets the best ratings. (Note: Those with simple tax returns can file via mobile phone for $19.99, using the SnapTax app.)
