Version Comparison
To address the needs of users in a variety of business environments, ELM Computer Systems Inc. offers five versions of T4 TimeSaver. Databases created by T4 TimeSaver Basic, Plus and Enterprise are fully interchangeable between these versions.
Refer to the Version Comparison Chart further down this page for a complete comparison of features.
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T4 TimeSaver Online - This web-based application provides the ability to file T4, T4A and T5 returns from any computer with an Internet connection.
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T4 TimeSaver Lite - Combining Windows functionality and low cost, T4 TimeSaver Lite gives firms of any size access to the power and utility of T4 TimeSaver and provides an easy upgrade path to the enhanced features of the advanced versions.
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T4 TimeSaver Basic - T4 TimeSaver Basic is a powerful tool for firms producing a wide range of returns and have no need to import data from third-party applications or batch submit electronic returns.
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T4 TimeSaver Plus - T4 TimeSaver Plus takes the many features of the Basic version and adds the following upgraded features: the ability to import data from QuickBooks, Excel and XML ; batch filing of electronic returns; partnership forms and multi-user network support.
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T4 TimeSaver Enterprise - T4 TimeSaver Enterprise is designed for firms filing many thousands of returns and is our most powerful tax slip preparation package. Including all the features of the Plus version, T4 TimeSaver Enterprise adds: enhanced filing status reporting; trustee assignments and a system event viewer.
T4 TimeSaver Version Comparison Chart (2010) |
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Feature |
T4 TimeSaver ONLINE (2, 3) |
T4 TimeSaver LITE (3) |
T4 TimeSaver BASIC |
T4 TimeSaver PLUS |
T4 TimeSaver ENTERPRISE |
Platform |
Internet (1) |
Windows (1) |
Windows (1) |
Windows (1) |
Windows (1) |
Max. number of companies |
Unlimited |
5 |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Max. number of slips per return |
Unlimited |
25 |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
User friendly data entry |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Identify and adjust over/under paid CPP/QPP, EI & QPIP |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Carry information forward to subsequent years (3, 4) |
Yes (3) |
Yes (3) |
Yes (4) |
Yes (4) |
Yes (4) |
Free: Small business use (2) |
Yes (2) |
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Free: Trial version |
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Free: Technical Support Email: 9am - 8pm EST, Mon - Fri Tel: 9am - 5pm EST, Mon - Fri |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
T4, T4A, T5 returns |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
RL1, RL3 returns |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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NR4, T4ANR, T4A(P), T4ARCA, T4PS, T5018, T2202A, T1204, RL2, RL8, RL17, RL25 returns |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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T5013 (Sch. 1, 2, 6, 8, 10, 12, 50, 52, 100, 125, 141), RL-15 (Sch. A, B, C, D, E) partnership returns |
Yes |
Yes |
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Internet filing in CRA & MRQ approved XML format |
Yes (5) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Print CRA & MRQ approved facsimile returns on plain paper |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Print returns on CRA & MRQ preprinted forms |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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On screen preview of all reports |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Save reports as PDF files |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Export reports to file (e.g. CSV, Excel and others) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Simultaneous live display of multiple forms |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Batch print returns |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Batch Internet & CD/DVD filing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Import data from CSV, Excel, XML & Payroll (via XML) |
Yes |
Yes |
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Concurrent database access for all users |
Yes |
Yes |
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System event viewer |
Yes |
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Email PDF slips to recipient |
Yes |
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Enhanced data import - Import specific columns - Update existing data |
Yes |
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Trustee assignment |
Yes |
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Enhanced company filing status |
Yes |
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Price - Annual Site License (2) |
$19.95 (2) 1st return |
$90.00 |
$260.00 |
$420.00 |
$495.00 |
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(1) - T4 TimeSaver Online requires Internet access; T4 TimeSaver for Windows requires a current version of Windows. Features may change without notice. |
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Technical Support
All versions of T4 TimeSaver include free, unlimited technical support, in both French and English, for the duration of your annual user license. If you have a problem expert help is only an email or phone call away.
Email Technical Support is available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM EST and Saturday as conditions permit.
Telephone Technical Support is available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
Online support is available at the T4 TimeSaver User Group Forum
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