TaxScouts

What TaxScouts does

TaxScouts, founded in 2017 and headquartered in London, is a digital tax preparation platform that helps UK individuals and small businesses file Self Assessment tax returns with HMRC through a hybrid model combining an online self-serve flow with a network of qualified accountants. Its technology stack is anchored by a direct HMRC Online Services integration that pulls customer data to streamline onboarding, plus Making Tax Digital (MTD)-compliant software for landlords and sole traders. The platform is positioned as 'AI-powered' though the core service delivery is human-led by a vetted community of approximately 150 UK-based accountants accredited by ACCA, CIMA, or CTA with at least five years of industry experience, all covered by an Accuracy Guarantee that refunds customers and resubmits returns at no cost in the event of an accountant error.

The company operates a horizontally-segmented model serving self-employed individuals, freelancers and contractors, landlords (including Airbnb hosts), high earners (£100K+), investors with property/forex/crypto exposure, first-time filers, expats, CIS construction workers, couriers and drivers, and UK limited companies. Pricing is tiered on a subscription basis, with Self Assessment plans ranging from £99 to £349 for new customers (original prices £169–£499), each tier adding tax optimisation, HMRC audit and letter support, and year-round accountant access respectively; MTD software is free for the first three months and then priced from £4.99/month. Go-to-market is product-led via a self-serve website with an optional inside-sales callback path, supported by content marketing (Taxopedia, blog, free tax calculators) and earned media in The Times, TechCrunch, Financial Times, Business Insider, and Mirror; the company holds a 4.8/5 Trustpilot rating across 7,000+ UK reviews.

In July 2024, German digital tax platform Taxfix acquired TaxScouts, marking Taxfix's entry into the UK market and creating a combined entity with operations in Germany, the UK, Spain, and Italy. Following the acquisition, TaxScouts was rebranded to Taxfix, operating as the UK arm of the European group while retaining its UK-accredited accountant community and service offering. Prior funding rounds included a Picus Capital-led seed (2018), a Speedinvest-led round (2019), a $6.54M Series A led by Octopus Ventures (2020) with Clocktower Technology Ventures, Finch Capital, Seedcamp, and Speedinvest, and a ~$3.57M Crowdcube round (2022).

Name

TaxScouts

Legal name

TaxScouts Ltd.

Website

https://taxscouts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

TaxScouts (now Taxfix UK) is a London-based digital tax platform, founded in 2017, that connects UK Self Assessment filers — including the self-employed, landlords, freelancers, and limited companies — with ~150 ACCA/CIMA/CTA-accredited accountants via an AI-assisted, HMRC-integrated workflow. Acquired by Germany's Taxfix in July 2024.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tax Preparation Services

NAICS

Tax Preparation Services (541213), Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services (54121), Payroll Services (541214)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Tax Planning & Personal Tax Optimization Tools (FSAGADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tax Advisory & Compliance (BPAHABAB)

Keywords

• Self assessment filing
• Tax preparation services
• Making tax digital software
• Online accountant services
• Small business tax compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Self Assessment Tax Return Filing (One-time or Subscription): Customers pay a flat fee per tax return (one-off purchase) or as an annual subscription for ongoing support. Subscription customers receive a 30% first-year discount. Plans range from basic filing to full year-round accountant retainer.
2. Making Tax Digital (MTD) Software Subscription: Monthly subscription for MTD-compliant bookkeeping and tax submission software for landlords and sole traders, with first 3 months free. Priced from £4.99/month.
3. Limited Company Tax Returns & Bookkeeping: Company tax return preparation and bookkeeping services offered as separate line items for business customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

TaxScouts (now Taxfix) provides a digital Self Assessment tax return preparation and filing service in the UK, where customers complete an online questionnaire and are matched with a dedicated, UK-based ACCA/CIMA/CTA accredited accountant who prepares and submits the return to HMRC under an Accuracy Guarantee. The service is offered in three tiers (basic filing, filing with tax optimisation and HMRC protection, and a year-round tax partner retainer) and is supported by Making Tax Digital compliant bookkeeping software, limited company tax return services, and ad-hoc tax advice.

Product overview

TaxScouts (now Taxfix) is a digital tax filing platform offering tiered Self Assessment tax return services. The core offering consists of three pricing plans — Prepared & Filed Accurately, Filed Optimised & Protected, and Filed + a Year-Round Tax Partner — all featuring UK-accredited accountants who prepare and file returns with an Accuracy Guarantee. Supporting services include Making Tax Digital (MTD) software for landlords and sole-traders, limited company tax returns, company subscription services, tax advice consultations, and bookkeeping. The company serves diverse segments including first-time filers, self-employed, freelancers, investors, construction workers (CIS), high earners, landlords, expats, and couriers/drivers. Pricing ranges from £99 to £349 for annual plans with new customer discounts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Self Assessment Tax Returns Core UK tax filing service in which a qualified UK-based accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or CTA accredited) prepares and files the customer's Self Assessment tax return with HMRC, backed by an Accuracy Guarantee. Designed for UK self-employed, freelancers, landlords, investors, high earners, first-time filers, expats, CIS workers, couriers, riders and drivers.
• Making Tax Digital (MTD) Software MTD-compliant digital record-keeping and submission software for landlords and sole traders, with accountant-led onboarding and built-in accountant support. Priced from £4.99/month after a free first three months.
• Limited Company Tax Returns Tax filing service for UK limited companies, with Company Tax Returns prepared and filed by qualified accountants to satisfy HMRC corporation tax obligations.
• Company Subscription Service Ongoing subscription service for UK limited companies providing year-round tax support, bookkeeping, and compliance.
• Tax Advice Consultation and guidance service for individuals and businesses with complex tax situations and planning needs.
• Bookkeeping Bookkeeping service for businesses, supporting Making Tax Digital compliance and ongoing financial record-keeping.

Quantifiable outcome

• Standard two-day filing turnaround from the point accountant has all required documents
• +2 more outcomes

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TaxfixflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2024German digital tax platform Taxfix acquired UK tax filing company TaxScouts in July 2024, marking Taxfix's entry into the UK market. The acquisition united both companies under one brand (Taxfix) and expanded the combined entity's presence across Germany, UK, Spain, and Italy. TaxScouts continues to operate as Taxfix in the UK market, benefiting from Taxfix's technology, innovation, and scale while maintaining its UK-accredited accountant community.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Taxfix (Germany, parent group): German digital tax platform and TaxScouts' acquirer (July 2024); operates the same AI-assisted Self Assessment / income tax filing model in Germany and is now the combined group's platform for the UK, DE, ES, and IT markets.
• GoSimpleTax: UK-based online Self Assessment software for individuals and sole traders, offering DIY and accountant-supported filing on a single platform; the closest direct competitor to TaxScouts' basic-tier proposition.
• 1TapTax: UK mobile-first Self Assessment app targeting landlords, sole traders, and self-employed filers; comparable product, customer base, and price point to TaxScouts' entry-level tiers.
• TaxCalc: UK personal and business tax preparation software used by individual filers and accountancy practices; comparable Self Assessment functionality with a longer-standing UK footprint.

Broad incumbents

• FreeAgent: UK accounting and MTD-ready bookkeeping platform focused on freelancers, contractors, and small businesses; overlaps with TaxScouts' self-employed, landlord, and limited-company segments, with broader year-round bookkeeping.
• Xero (UK): Global cloud accounting platform with a large UK SMB base; competes with TaxScouts for limited-company bookkeeping and tax filing, though its strength is broader accounting rather than consumer Self Assessment.
• QuickBooks (Intuit, UK): UK-focused SMB accounting and tax software from Intuit; competes with TaxScouts across self-employed, landlord, and limited-company segments via a broader suite that includes payments and payroll.
• Sage UK: Established UK accounting, payroll, and tax software vendor; competes with TaxScouts' limited-company and bookkeeping products, especially among small and mid-sized UK businesses.

Emerging players

• Taxaroo: UK-focused digital tax and accounting service targeting SMEs and contractors; comparable customer base and Self Assessment / MTD functionality but smaller scale than TaxScouts.

Others

• Blick Rothenberg: Mid-market UK chartered accountancy firm offering tax advisory and compliance for high-net-worth individuals, expats, and limited companies; represents the traditional professional-services alternative to TaxScouts' premium tiers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/taxscouts
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors7 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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