CCH SureTax (Wolters Kluwer) vs Avalara
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of 11 Best Tax Automation Software 2026 (Ranked by Accuracy & Filing). Last verified July 9, 2026.
The short answer
Avalara ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #8) for Finance and RevOps teams automating sales tax and VAT compliance. Widest jurisdiction and integration coverage, with managed filing in all 50 states.
At a glance
| CCH SureTax (Wolters Kluwer) | Avalara | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #8 / 11 Best Tax Automation Software 2026 (Ranked by Accuracy & Filing) | #1 / 11 Best Tax Automation Software 2026 (Ranked by Accuracy & Filing) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.9 | 9.1 |
| Best for | Telecom and utility tax calculation | Broad multi-channel compliance |
| Pricing | $$$ (custom quote) | $$$ ($50 to $2,500+/mo plus per-return fees) |
| HQ | Wichita, USA | Seattle, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2004 |
CCH SureTax (Wolters Kluwer)
Specialist calculation for telecom and energy transaction tax.
www.wolterskluwer.com/en/solutions/cch-suretaxSee full entry in 11 Best Tax Automation Software 2026 (Ranked by Accuracy & Filing)
Avalara
Widest jurisdiction and integration coverage, with managed filing in all 50 states.
www.avalara.comSee full entry in 11 Best Tax Automation Software 2026 (Ranked by Accuracy & Filing)
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