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1099-etc
1099-etc · Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
What it is
1099-etc is Windows desktop software for preparing W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C, and state quarterly unemployment forms. Its W-2/1099 Forms Filer runs without cloud dependency and supports data entry, printing, electronic filing options, and up to 99,999 employees or recipients per payer. The Import Assistant accepts Excel, QuickBooks W-2/1099 files, tab-delimited text, and comma-delimited text. Optional AMS Payroll handles live or after-the-fact payroll in all 50 states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico, supporting up to 1,999 payers and 9,999 employees per payer. E-File Direct creates files for IRS FIRE or SSA BSO/ACCUWAGE submission, while E-File Services files through a third-party vendor and charges per form. Encrypted PDF reports and payer backup and restore are available. The base 2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer costs $94 a year, billed $94.00. Add-ons require the base program, and there is no free plan.
For and against
For
- Windows desktop software without cloud dependency
- Supports many federal and state forms
- Imports Excel and delimited files
- Payroll covers all 50 states
- Encrypted PDF reports and backups
Against
- Windows platform only
- No free plan
- Add-ons require the base program
- E-file services charge per form
The verdict
1099-etc combines broad tax-form preparation with optional payroll, importing, and filing workflows. Its paid Windows desktop model is aimed more at recurring professional filing than occasional individual use.
Who it suits
The maker says 1099-etc mainly serves accountants, bookkeepers, and multi-client firms. It may not suit one-time filers, sole proprietors, or people seeking free tools.
Plans and prices
2026 W2/1099 Forms Filer
Base program required for add-ons · up to 99,999 employees/recipients per payer
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
E-File Services — Federal E-File, 1–250 forms
1–250 forms
Read 20 Sep 2026 · 1099-etc.com
Forms Filer Plus add-on
Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
1042-S Filer add-on
Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
Affordable Care Act Filer add-on
Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
Software Generated Forms add-on
Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
AMS Payroll add-on
Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
E-File Direct add-on
Requires W2/1099 Forms Filer · IRS TCC required
Read 29 Sep 2026 · shop.1099-etc.com
On the record
- Company
- 1099-etc is offered by Advanced Micro Solutions, Inc., whose listed address is in Edmond, Oklahoma.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Core features
- The core program supports W-2, W-3 and many 1099 forms, data entry, printing, electronic filing options and up to 99,999 employees or recipients per payer.shop.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Data protection
- The product can create encrypted PDF reports and offers payer backup and restore.shop.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Desktop software
- The W-2/1099 Forms Filer is described as a desktop solution with no cloud dependency.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- E-filing
- E-File Direct creates files for submission through IRS FIRE or SSA BSO/ACCUWAGE, while E-File Services charges per form and files through a third-party vendor.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Integrations
- The Import Assistant accepts formats including Excel, QuickBooks W-2/1099 files, tab-delimited and comma-delimited text, and AMS Payroll can import from QuickBooks or PeachTree using text files.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Intended users
- The maker says its customers are mostly accountants, bookkeepers and multi-client firms, and says it may not suit one-time filers, sole proprietors or people seeking free tools.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Payroll
- The AMS Payroll add-on supports live or after-the-fact payroll for all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Payroll capacities
- AMS Payroll supports up to 1,999 payers and up to 9,999 employees per payer.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- 1099-etc prepares W-2, 1099, 941, 940, W-2C, W-3, W-3C and state quarterly unemployment forms.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Security note
- The maker says a Windows SmartScreen warning can appear for its downloads and advises checking the displayed app and publisher names before continuing installation.shop.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Support
- The maker lists technical support at +1 (405) 340-0697 and +1 (800) 578-1780.1099-etc.com · read 29 Sep 2026
