Making your taxes,
easy as.
Pie is the UK’s first Self Assessment App
I earn
£36,000
It’s just like having an accountant in your pocket
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Shane got £2,700 back by using Pie
Real time tax
Not knowing how much tax you owe until 12 months later can understandably lead to the fear of the unknown. But there’s no need! With Pie everything is updated in real time.
Sector specific Tax Assistants
Is all of the tax jargon and paperwork causing you a headache? We understand. Our Tax Assistants are on hand to get you the answers in real time. And the best part, there’s specialists for every industry.
Multiple incomes in one place
You can import your various streams of income, or just the one of course, and our app will automatically do all of the calculations for you. Easy!
Automate your bookkeeping
Our app imports and categorises your bank feeds. With our smart match feature you can automatically reconcile recurring transactions, saving you time and hassle.
Submit directly to HMRC
Paying your tax bill is already a big enough burden. With Pie, you can submit your tax return directly to HMRC for FREE, making the process simpler and stress-free.
Tax is going digital
The government gateway self assessment portal is phasing out and businesses and landlords will have to submit using 3rd party software from 2026
"So much cheaper than Quickbooks, so many more features"
Glenn Dalgliesh
Developer, Newcastle
MTD for Free. Because Tax Is Already Taxing Enough
We built the simplest way to go MTD-compliant.
Then we made it free.
How is Pie different?
Pie is the only app that handles multiple income streams and helpful advice when you need it.
Save £830 per year vs Quickbooks + Accountant
Save £830 per year vs Quickbooks + Accountant
Fees
MTD
Free
£7.50 per month
£59
£126
Quickbooks
(Simple start)£230
per yearTaxfix
£249
per year£349 per year
£249
Accountant
£600 avg
per yearFREE
MTD£7.50 per month
£59
£126
Quickbooks
£230
per year7 features
Taxfix
£249
per year4 features
Accountant
£600
avg per year5 features
MTD is Free with Pie
Don’t want to do the hard work yourself?
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Tax return check
Let one of our experienced Tax Assistants quality check your return before you submit
£59
We do it for you
Strapped for time? A one-off fee and just a few taps on the screen from you, we’ll do the rest. Tax returns, easy as
£126
MTD support doesn’t need to cost a fortune.
Want us to take away the MTD stress? Compare annual costs for MTD software, accountant support, and full MTD filing. Save £600+ with Pie.
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“Had no clue what I could claim or how to even start my tax return. Pie basically walked me through it step by step. Took all the stress away.”
“Since using Pie, everything's just in one place. I can see exactly what I owe, what I've earned, without second guessing myself. It updates in real time which makes a huge difference.”
“It saved me hours every week. I used to spend evenings sorting receipts, now it's just done on my phone.”
“Honestly thought I'd mess something up and get fined. Having someone check everything gave me peace of mind.”
“Way cheaper than my old accountant and I still get proper support when I need it.”
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FAQ
Who is the Pie Self Assessment App for?
Pie is built for individuals who need to file a Self Assessment tax return with HMRC. It works well for:
- Freelancers and sole traders
- Contractors
- Landlords
- Side hustlers
- Company directors
- Investors and high earners
If you're looking for software for self assessment without complicated spreadsheets or accounting jargon, Pie.tax is designed for you.
How does Pie work?
Pie is a downloadable self assessment app that helps you manage, prepare, and submit your tax return directly from your phone. After downloading the app, simply create an account, connect your financial information, and answer a few straightforward questions about your income and expenses.
The app automatically calculates your taxes in real time, helps organise bookkeeping and receipts, and allows you to submit directly to HMRC. Pie.tax is designed to make tax returns simpler and less stressful than traditional tax return software. Learn more about how Pie works.
Can I submit my tax return directly to HMRC?
Is Pie suitable for beginners?
Why choose Pie over other self assessment software?
Can I use Pie on mobile?
Is the Pie Tax App secure?
What types of income can Pie handle?
Pie supports a wide range of income types, including:
- Self-employment income
- Employment income
- Rental income
- Dividend income
- Capital gains
- Foreign income
- Investment income
This makes Pie a powerful income tax software solution for many taxpayers.
How much does Pie cost?
Pie offers a free plan that includes core app features such as bookkeeping, real-time tax calculations, invoicing, and direct HMRC submission.
Optional paid services are also available if you want additional support, including access to dedicated tax assistants, tax return checks, or a "we do it for you" filing service. This flexible pricing model means you can use Pie.tax for free or choose extra support when needed. Learn more on the Pie Pricing page.
