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untied review

Guided tax filer · by untied · HMRC-recognised

from £129.99/yr
true annual cost, VAT incl.

The UK's original MTD-recognised personal tax app: a mobile-first way for the self-employed and landlords to tag income and file. The Pro plan adds full Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.

Our verdict

untied was the first end-to-end app HMRC recognised for Making Tax Digital, and it shows: a polished, mobile-first personal tax app that lets the self-employed and landlords tag transactions and file without a spreadsheet in sight. The Pro plan is the one that does MTD for Income Tax. It isn't the cheapest route — there's no free filing tier — but if you want an app-led experience with VAT-inclusive, no-surprises pricing, it's a strong pick.

At a glance

Self-employment
Yes
Property / rent
Yes
Keeps your spreadsheet
No
Accountant access
No
Price verified
2026-08-10
HMRC status
Recognised

Plans & true annual cost

PlanSelf-emp.PropertyPer year (incl. VAT)
Pro
untied Pro is the plan for MTD for Income Tax — unlimited self-employment and property income, VAT included. The cheaper Lite plan is aimed at simple Self Assessment without MTD.
£129.99/yr

Pros & cons

What's good

  • The original, well-established MTD-recognised personal tax app
  • Mobile-first, with transaction tagging rather than spreadsheets
  • Covers self-employment and property (plus capital gains and multiple employments)
  • VAT-inclusive pricing, so there's no VAT added at checkout

What's not

  • No free filing tier — the trial is test-only, and filing needs a paid plan
  • MTD for Income Tax requires the dearer Pro plan, not Lite
  • App-led approach won't suit committed spreadsheet users

Who it's for

  • People who want a mobile-first personal tax app
  • Self-employed and landlords who want guided, app-led filing

…and who should look elsewhere

  • People who want the cheapest possible way to file
  • Spreadsheet diehards, for whom a bridging tool is cheaper
  • Anyone looking for a genuinely free option

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming the free trial files for real — a paid plan is required to submit
  • Choosing Lite when you need MTD, which is on the Pro plan

Frequently asked questions

Is untied HMRC-recognised for MTD for Income Tax?
Yes — it was the first end-to-end app HMRC recognised for Making Tax Digital.
Does untied cover landlords?
Yes — it supports both self-employment and property income.
Is there a free version?
No free filing tier — there's a 30-day trial, but a paid plan is required to file. For a free option, see our free MTD software list.
Which plan do I need for MTD?
The Pro plan, which covers unlimited self-employment and property income for MTD for Income Tax.

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Pricing for untied was last verified on 10 August 2026 against the vendor's page; the catalogue was reconciled 10 August 2026. Its cheapest plan's true annual cost is £129.99/year. Links are affiliate links and never affect ranking. Not affiliated with HMRC; not tax advice.