Disclaimer: The reviews and comparisons below were written and researched by Tailor Brands. Pricing, features, and third-party ratings reflect information available as of July 2026 and are subject to change by the service providers at any time. Tailor Brands is not affiliated with, and has no commercial relationship with, the companies reviewed below.
Why use an LLC formation service?
Simplicity, convenience, and peace of mind are three of the main reasons to use an LLC formation service.
Every state regulates LLCs separately, which means filing rules, fees, and ongoing requirements vary depending on where you form your business. You can absolutely form an LLC yourself, but if you are unsure which documents to file, where to submit them, or what compliance steps come next, an LLC formation service can make the process easier to manage.
What makes the best LLC formation service?
The best LLC formation service is not always the cheapest one. For most business owners, the right choice comes down to a mix of price, filing speed, ease of use, and the support offered after the LLC is formed. A good service should clearly explain what is included, avoid hiding essential features behind confusing upsells, and make it easy to understand the next steps.
Potential LLC owners should also look at whether the company offers helpful extras like registered agent service, an operating agreement, EIN filing, annual compliance support, and access to customer support when questions come up. Beyond that, it helps to choose a provider with transparent pricing, a solid reputation, and a platform that fits your needs, whether you want a simple filing service or an all-in-one business-building solution.
This post covers the following companies:
- Tailor Brands
- Inc Authority
- Bizee
- Swyft Filings
- LegalZoom
- Rocket Lawyer
- Northwest Registered Agent
- BizFilings
Comparison based on publicly available pricing and features as of [July 2026]; verify current details directly with each provider before purchasing.
LLC service comparison snapshot
| Company | Free LLC formation plan | Registered agent | Operating agreement | EIN filing | Compliance support | 1 day expedited option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tailor Brands |  | | | | | |
| Inc Authority | | | | | | |
| Bizee | | | | | | |
| Swyft Filings | | | | | | |
| LegalZoom | | | | | | |
| Rocket Lawyer | | | | | ||
| Northwest Registered Agent | | | | | | |
| BizFilings | | | |
| Company | Business guidance | Website & domain | Branding tools | Bookkeeping or invoicing | Business banking or integration | Virtual business address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tailor Brands | | | | | | |
| Inc Authority | | | | |||
| Bizee | | | | | ||
| Swyft Filings | | | | |||
| LegalZoom | | | ||||
| Rocket Lawyer | | |||||
| Northwest Registered Agent | | | ||||
| BizFilings | |
Feature availability and free-plan eligibility shown above are current as of July 2026 and exclude required state filing fees. See each company’s section below for details.
Tailor Brands
At Tailor Brands, we are known as an all-in-one business builder platform that helps entrepreneurs launch, manage, and grow their businesses with confidence. Our focus is on simplifying the less glamorous side of entrepreneurship, from LLC formation and compliance to the tools founders need once the business is actually up and running.
Instead of sending founders across multiple services for formation, compliance, websites, and related setup tools, Tailor Brands brings those services into one platform. You get access to all the services we offer in one, easy-to-use dashboard that can link everything from your compliance and bookkeeping to banking and website. That is especially useful for first-time founders who are less interested in comparing ten vendors and more interested in getting their business formed without turning it into a side hobby.
Although Tailor Brands makes it very easy just to form an LLC and go, we are much more interested in growing with you and seeing you succeed. Our business guides and coaching program integrate seamlessly with our Navi AI, which is trained to work with your business specifically and can answer questions that will help you grow.
Tailor Brands offers 3 clear plans. Lite is $0 plus state fees and includes LLC formation, business coaching, free compliance alerts, and an invoicing & bookkeeping 30 day trial. The Essential plan is $199 per year adds 1-day expedited processing, and the legal compliance filings. The Elite plan is $249 per year and adds a domain (free for one year), website, 8 free logos, digital business card and social media marketing tools.
Tailor Brands offers integrated banking and business insurance, invoicing and bookkeeping $39 per month with 30 days free, logo design and marketing tools. You can get a domain name and build a website, set up business email and digital business cards as well as get printed business cards and swag. You can find out what licenses and permits you need, get a sales tax permit, register a trademark, and obtain an EIN with the IRS. Last, but not least, you can use our registered agent services and set up a virtual business address. In short, you can nearly manage your entire business in one spot and it can grow as you grow.
Tailor Brands has many positive reviews and holds a Trustpilot ranking of 4.8 stars with over 16,000 reviews.
All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
Tailor Brands features
- LLC formation in all 50 states + DC
- All in one dashboard to manage all services
- Business coaching platform
- Annual compliance support in Essential and Elite
- Operating agreement in Essential and Elite
- Website and domain tools in Elite
- 1-business-day processing in Essential and Elite
- 14-business-day processing in Lite
- Business banking integration and free debit card
Tailor Brands pricing
- Lite Plan: $0 + state fees
- Essential Plan: $199/year + state fees
- Elite Plan: $249/year + state fees
Tailor Brands at a glance
 Formation prices start at | $0 plus state fees |
 Registered agent service | $199/yr |
 EIN registration | $99 |
 Operating agreement | $99 or included in plans |
 Annual compliance | $199/yr or Included in Essential and Elite |
 Business guidance | Business learning resources and Navi AI guidance |
 Website and domain tools | Included in Elite or add on |
 Branding and logo design | Included in Elite or add on |
Tailor Brands pros
- $0 LLC formation plan
- Clear three-tier pricing structure
- Business coaching platform included in all plans
- Free compliance notifications in all plans
- Annual compliance support in paid plans
- Operating agreement included in higher tiers
- Website and domain tools available in Elite
- Built for first-time founders
- Dashboard combines formation with business setup tools
Tailor Brands cons
- Lite is fairly limited
- Compliance support is tied to paid plans
- Website and branding tools are reserved for Elite but are available as standalone products
Inc Authority
Inc Authority has been helping entrepreneurs start their businesses for over 30 years. It has become a well-respected authority in the LLC formation service niche during that time.
Inc Authority’s competitive basic plan (includes a free registered agent) and its 4.9 score on Trustpilot (all Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026) from over 47,000 reviews make it a popular choice for LLC formation. One of the downsides is they are not very transparent on their premium packages pricing on their website.
There are many upsells in the checkout process and even though they highlight a free website as part of their plan, it is not free. They are currently offering a deal of $10 ($300 dollar value) for a web address, business email and website creator (which is a 30 day trial). The reality is the domain is free for a year, then you have to pay (which is normal), but they also do not inform you of what you will be paying for the website services going forward when checking out. The registered agent services, which are free for a year, will cost $249 after that. This is higher than the average of the services reviewed here. There is no opt-out option for a registered agent with Inc Authority, so if you do not want this service you will need to remember to cancel after one year.
They do have annual compliance services that includes state and federal compliance alerts for $147 per year.
Inc Authority features
- Free LLC formation
- Free 24 hour processing OR a free EIN
- Business name check
- Registered agent service for one year
- Digital document storage and delivery
- Tax planning consultation
- Premium bundles and add-ons for expanded services
Inc Authority pricing
- LLC filing services start at $0 + state fees
- Registered agent: Included for 1 year with the free offer
- Premium bundle pricing: not clear and not offered in the purchase funnel
- Express processing OR EIN is free, each costs $49
Inc Authority at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $0 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $249.99/yr |
| EIN registration | $49.99 |
| Operating agreement | $89 |
| Annual compliance | $147/yr |
| Business guidance | Advisory service |
| Website and domain tools | No |
| Branding and logo design | No |
Inc Authority pros
- Free LLC formation offer
- First year of registered agent service included
- Business name check included
- Digital document delivery and storage included
- Tax planning consultation included
Inc Authority cons
- Premium bundle pricing is less transparent than before
- Harder to compare total cost from the homepage alone
- The advertised ‘free’ website is a limited-time trial, and the ongoing monthly cost is not disclosed until after checkout
Bizee
Bizee, formerly known as Incfile, is a seasoned professional in company incorporation and all things business. Their basic pricing plan is excellent value, and while their services are price competitive, they don’t compromise on quality. The particular advantage of Bizee is that they do not charge an annual subscription for the basic formation services although add ons, like registered agent services, do incur an annual renewal fee.
They have three packages: basic, standard and premium. The basic includes LLC formation, first year of registered agent service and one month of virtual address which becomes $29 per month thereafter. Expedited filing of 1 business day is $50 or it is included in the Premium plan. Otherwise, the stated filing time is 4 weeks. They do offer a business license service for $99. Domain and business email are offered but no website building.
One privacy note is that you are required to give them consent to receive text messages and phone calls in order to proceed through the checkout. You also have only 24 hours to cancel you order if you wish to do so.
Besides LLC filing, Bizee also offers a complete package of startup services, like bookkeeping and banking, registered agents service, and business name availability services. They also have a excellent Trustpilot rating of 4.7 on over 25,000 reviews.
All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
Bizee features
- LLC formation packages
- Registered agent service
- Online dashboard
- Business management add-ons
- Support resources
Bizee pricing
- LLC formation services start at $0 + state fees
- Formation packages range from $0 to $300 + state fees
- Registered agent: Free for the first year, then $119/year
Bizee at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $0 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $119.99/yr |
| EIN registration | $70 |
| Operating agreement | $99 |
| Annual compliance | Available in Standard and Premium |
| Business guidance | Advisory service |
| Website and domain tools | Domain available in Premium plan |
| Branding and logo design | No |
Bizee pros
- Free LLC filing option
- No monthly fee for formation packages
- Free first year of registered agent service
- Reasonable ongoing registered agent fee
- User-friendly platform
- Good fit for budget-conscious founders
Bizee cons
- Not every standalone add-on price is obvious on the main pages
- Package inclusions can require a closer read
- Required to accept text message and phone calls terms.
Swyft Filings
As the name implies, Swyft Filings prides itself on some of the quickest LLC filing services in the market. Granted, most a the companies on this list are now just as fast at filing. Swyft Filings has a Trustpilot rating of 4.7 stars on over 7,900 reviews. All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
Swyft Filings are new compared to other LLC formation service providers on our list, but their lifetime customer support, affordable prices, and many other additional services make them a popular choice for starting a business. The Standard package includes EIN registration, compliance monitoring, and a professional operating agreement, while Premium adds legal consultations from an external partner and LLC updates. Professional business address is listed in the premium plan but per the plan details it is only free for 3 months before an added cost applies. The cost of the service is $29/month. Similarly the details also indicate that their ComplianceGuard service which includes annual reporting is only a trial for all plans.
Processing times vary by plan with the basic being 7-10 business days, Standard 3 business days and Premium is 1 business day. From the Basic plan those two filing options will cost $50 and $100 respectively. Website services are done with an external partner and available only in the higher priced plans
Swyft Filings features
- LLC formation
- EIN registration in higher tiers
- Operating agreement in higher tiers
- Compliance monitoring available in Premium
- Legal consultations in Premium
- Business address in Premium
Swyft Filings pricing
- Basic: $0 + state fees
- Standard: $199 + state fees
- Premium: $299 + state fees
Swyft Filings at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $0 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $149/yr |
| EIN registration | $99 |
| Operating agreement | $99 |
| Annual compliance | $29/month |
| Business guidance | Advisory service |
| Website and domain tools | Available through higher-tier business services |
| Branding and logo design | No |
Swyft Filings pros
- Free Basic plan
- Clear tier structure
- Standard includes useful startup services
- Compliance monitoring in higher tiers
- Good option for founders who want extra help
Swyft Filings cons
- Fastest turnaround requires paid plans
- Standalone pricing for some add-ons is less visible
- Some Premium plan inclusions (business address, ComplianceGuard) are time-limited trials rather than ongoing features—check current plan details before purchasing
LegalZoom
LegalZoom, another household name in relation to business, has been providing its LLC formation service since 2001. Besides business formation, LegalZoom also offers legal and accounting services, including intellectual property, wills and trusts, etc.
LegalZoom’s Basic $0 plus state fee plan is similar to other companies on this list. We checked the prices of add-ons if you choose an a la carte option instead of a plan. If you need an EIN it is only available together with access to an operating agreement and costs $159 during checkout but can also be added separately for $79. Annual report and compliance services cost $199 per year (which is the highest amongst reviewed companies) and 1 business day expedited processing costs $99. The registered agent service is $249 per year and only available as an add-on after purchase.
They have a few compliance plans. The basic option is $99 and only covers your initial report. The more crucial annual reports are covered at $199 per year and you can add license research and integrated filing assistance for $99 per year. A virtual address costs $29/month.
Trademark and copyright services are offered, The trademark registration will cost $899 plus federal fees. Copyright registration will cost $114 plus federal fee and will be reviewed by their team before submission.
LegalZoom has many comprehensive plans that suit all business sizes and offers a full 60-day refund. They also have a 4.6 star rating on over 31,000 reviews on Trustpilot. All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
LegalZoom features
- Basic, Pro, and Premium LLC packages
- Operating agreement in Pro and Premium
- EIN in Pro and Premium
- Registered agent service add-on
- Additional legal and business services
- Broader legal support beyond startup formation
LegalZoom pricing
- Basic: $0 + state fees
- Pro: $249+ state fees
- Premium: $299 + state fees
- Registered agent: $249/year
- Operating agreement: $99
- Expedited 1-day processing: $99
LegalZoom at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $0 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $249/yr |
| EIN registration | $79 |
| Operating agreement | $99 |
| Annual compliance | $199/yr |
| Business guidance | Legal services offered |
| Website and domain tools | Available through partner and related services |
| Branding and logo design | No |
LegalZoom pros
- Free starter option
- Well-known brand
- Strong library of legal services
- Operating agreement and EIN included in Pro
- Clear upgrade path
- Broad support for business owners beyond formation
LegalZoom cons
- Add-ons can push the total up quickly
- Not the most affordable choice once extras stack up
- EIN option only available in addition to operating agreement for Basic
Rocket Lawyer
Rocket Lawyer specializes in legal services but also handle LLC formations. The name would imply that they will handle the formations quickly, however, their stated processing times are the some of the slowest of the companies listed here. They have a solid score on Trustpilot, gaining a 4.5 on almost 10,000 reviews. All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
Rocket Lawyer takes a slightly different approach when you form your LLC. If you only want to form an LLC, the cost is $99. However, when you check out, the $99 fee is waived only if you enroll in a Rocket Legal plan. You will be charged only the state fee upon purchase but you will have to cancel the membership within 7 days or you will be charged $239.88 after seven days or $39.99 a month (which works out to $479.88 per year). If you cancel your membership you will be charged $99 for the LLC formation. In addition, only one LLC is covered by the plan and you will be charged for all future LLCs formed.
Rocket Lawyer also offers tax preparation, legal advice, and a monthly membership service that provides everything you need to run your new LLC. Note that Rocket Legal+ members get the first business registration free, excluding state fees but the review will be for non-members.
Rocket Lawyer features
- LLC formation
- Registered agent service
- Legal document library
- Legal support through membership
- EIN filing service
- Business compliance and filing services
Rocket Lawyer pricing
- LLC filing: $99.99 + state fees
- First business registration: Free with Rocket Legal+ membership, excluding state fees
- Registered agent: $249.99/year, or $124.99/year with Rocket Legal+
- EIN registration: $139.99, or $69.99 with Rocket Legal+
- Rocket Legal+ membership: $239.88/year after 7 day trial
- Rocket Legal membership: $479.88/year (billed $39.99 monthly after 7 day trial)
- Trademark filing: $699 or $349 with Rocket Legal+
- Express filing: 2 weeks (rush fee may depend on state), Standard filing 12-14 weeks
Rocket Lawyer at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $99.99 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $249.99/yr |
| EIN registration | $139.99 |
| Operating agreement | Available through Rocket Lawyer legal documents |
| Annual compliance | Available through related services |
| Business guidance | Advisory service |
| Website and domain tools | No |
| Branding and logo design | No |
Rocket Lawyer pros
- Strong legal-document platform
- Useful for businesses with ongoing legal needs
- Registered agent service available
- EIN service available
- Membership can be valuable for repeat legal use
Rocket Lawyer cons
- Processing times are much longer than most
- Membership model can complicate comparisons
- The best pricing depends on joining Rocket Legal+
Northwest Registered Agent
Northwest Registered Agent is known for its excellent service, customizable plans, and popular same-day application delivery service. As their name implies, they began their journey as a registered agent service but expanded to handle LLC formations as well.
They differ from most other LLC formation service providers is by assigning a U.S.-trained and based corporate guide to each client, ensuring they speak to the same representative whenever they have a question.
Their easy-to-understand plans and competitive pricing make their LLC formation service popular for aspiring LLC owners. They do not offer a free plan but do include a lot for their service, which has become a lot more than just registered agent services. Northwest do not have many reviews on Trustpilot, rated 4.2 on 274 reviews. All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
Their basic plan starts at $39.00 and, in some cases force an expedite fee. When applying for an Arizona LLC, they already add a $35 expedite fee to the $50 state fee. The bonus is you will get your formation in 1 business day. Applying for an EIN is $50 if you have a social security number and $200 if you do not. Trademark filing costs $599 and a DBA will run $125 + state fees.
Premium mail services are offered starting at $20 for digital mail forwarding up to $39 for a virtual address and physical forwarding of mail. They do offer ongoing compliance tools but that costs an additional $100 per year.
Northwest Registered Agent features
- LLC formation service
- Registered agent service
- Business address
- Free mail forwarding
- Domain, website, email, and phone tools
- Annual report filing service
- EIN service
- Privacy-focused setup
- Operating agreement template
Northwest Registered Agent pricing
- LLC filing services start at $39 + state fees
- Registered agent: Free for the first year, then $125/year
- EIN registration: $50 with SSN
- Annual report filing: $100 + state fees
Northwest Registered Agent at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $39 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $125/yr (first year free) |
| EIN registration | $50 with SSN |
| Operating agreement | Free template available |
| Annual compliance | $100/yr plus state fees |
| Business guidance | Advisory service |
| Website and domain tools | Included as part of the broader identity package |
| Branding and logo design | No |
Northwest Registered Agent pros
- First year of registered agent service included
- Strong privacy positioning
- Business identity tools included
- U.S.-based support
- Clean ordering process
- Operating agreement template available
- Good reputation for customer service
Northwest Registered Agent cons
- No free formation option
- Not the cheapest option long term if you only want bare-bones filing
- Relatively few Trustpilot reviews
- No comprehensive all-in-one growth suite
BizFilings
BizFilings, a Wolters Kluwer company, is one of the more established names in business formation. It does not compete on a $0 filing model. Instead, it positions itself as a traditional formation provider with compliance-focused tools and a long menu of post-formation services.
Pricing can vary quite a bit but their services do start at $99 plus state fees and all packages include business name verification, preparation and filing of documents. BizComply, its business monitoring and document library tool is available for an additional proce but requires you to submit a form to get a quote.
Note that all BizFilings’ plans are one time costs and not subscriptions, although add-ons like registered agent services are subscriptions or renewed annually. However, BizFilings requires enrollment in its Registered Agent service in order to file for an LLC. You will have to remember to cancel the service inside of three months if you do not want the recurring costs. Since it is mandatory to set up BizFilings as your registered agent you will also need to file to change this with the state once you cancel. The cost of which varies by state.
In the Basic plan you also get 3 months of Registered Agent services for free. Processing time is 7-10 business days. You can pay a $60 expedited fee but they do not promise how fast that will be. The Core plan adds an EIN and certified copies for $199 and filing takes 3-4 business days. The All-inclusive plan adds 1-day processing, a Certificate of Good Standing and business license research (which does not mean you actually get the licenses). This license option costs $99 as a standalone product. After three months, in all plans, the registered agent costs $220 per year.
They also offer quite a few upsells throughout the process including certified copies $39, sales tax application $219, Certificate of Good Standing $59, payroll tax handling $219, LLC Kit for $99 and the previously mentioned licensing, EIN, and expedite services.
Bizfilings has a 4.5 star rating on only 181 reviews on Trustpilot. All Trustpilot rankings are as of July 2026.
BizFilings features
- LLC formation packages
- Business name verification
- Preparation and filing of formation documents
- BizComply monitoring and document library (requires separate quote)
- Registered agent service
- EIN service
- Business license research
- Post-formation filing services
BizFilings pricing
- LLC formation packages start at $99 + state fees
- Registered agent: $220/yr (mandatory on signup)
- EIN registration: Available
BizFilings at a glance
| Formation prices start at | $0 plus state fees |
| Registered agent service | $220/yr (3 months free) |
| EIN registration | $79 |
| Operating agreement | Free template available |
| Annual compliance | Managed service requires quote |
| Business guidance | Compliance support tools available |
| Website and domain tools | No |
| Branding and logo design | No |
BizFilings pros
- Backed by Wolters Kluwer
- Long-established formation provider
- Compliance tool included in all packages
- Broad range of post-formation services
- Good fit for founders who want a more traditional provider
BizFilings cons
- No free starter plan
- Registered agent service mandatory in checkout and must remember to cancel
- Higher-tier package pricing is not clearly published as a universal fixed number
- Less consumer-friendly pricing transparency than some competitors
Wrap Up
Determining the best LLC formation service is a personal choice. There are many great options for you whether you are just looking for the basic formation service or want a full business builder. We feel the best option is to give you all the choices. You can just get the LLC formation and benefit from our Navi AI agent that will answer all your questions and help guide you through starting successful business.
Here at Tailor Brands, we know that the business idea is just the beginning, and we make it very easy to take the leap to make your business official. Having the peace of mind that you will have liability protection on your journey is important. We believe that forming the LLC is just the first step and we have developed an all-in-one, easy to use dashboard, that combines everything you will need to build a successful business.