Excel MTD Bridging Software Compared
4 min2026-06-06
Quick Answer
Excel MTD bridging software reads your workbook totals and submits them to HMRC. Abridge offers a native Excel add-in plus web upload; VitalTax and 123 Sheets are alternatives. Compare HMRC recognition, add-in vs upload, and annual price.
This guide compares Excel bridging tools. For step-by-step setup, see our MTD for Excel guide.
Excel bridging options
| Product | Excel add-in | Web upload | Google Sheets | |---------|--------------|------------|---------------| | Abridge | Yes | Yes | Yes (separate add-on) | | VitalTax | Excel-focused | Yes | Limited | | 123 Sheets | Varies | Yes | Varies |
What to check before you buy
- HMRC recognition — product must appear on HMRC's software list
- Cell mapping — can you point at your existing layout?
- Quarterly + Final Declaration — both supported?
- Agent filing — if your accountant submits for you
Recommended path for Excel users
- Read MTD for Excel
- Install the Abridge Excel add-in or start with a spreadsheet template
- Connect to HMRC once and map your quarterly total cells
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Abridge makes it easy to submit your spreadsheet to HMRC.
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