Bizee vs MyCompanyWorks in 2026: Why US Founders Save $198 in Year 1 Choosing Bizee for LLC Formation

If you are choosing between Bizee (formerly Incfile) and MyCompanyWorks for LLC formation in 2026, you are comparing two services that have both been operating since the early 2000s with different positioning strategies. Bizee is the volume leader, having helped form over 1 million businesses under the combined Incfile and Bizee brands. MyCompanyWorks is the smaller, more boutique-positioned competitor with 60,000+ businesses formed and a reputation for personalized customer support. Both deliver legitimate LLC formation, and the differences live in pricing structure, entry-tier value, and which trade-offs match your priorities.

I have been running ecommerce businesses for 15+ years through Ecommerce Paradise and have formed multiple LLCs across different services. This comparison covers the structural pricing differences, the entry-tier cost gap ($198 first-year difference), the recurring registered agent reality (both charge $119/year, identical), the MyCompanyWorks Premium auto-renewal pattern, and the specific reasons most US-based ecommerce founders should choose Bizee over MyCompanyWorks.

The short answer: MyCompanyWorks has genuine strengths in customer service, same-day processing on all plans, and a 90-day satisfaction guarantee. Bizee wins on entry-tier economics because the Silver plan at $0 includes 1 year of free registered agent service, while MyCompanyWorks Basic at $79 does not include registered agent on the entry tier. The Year 1 cost difference is $198 for the same legal entity. For most US-based founders, Bizee delivers better economics at the entry tier.

Bizee vs MyCompanyWorks at a Glance (2026)

Here is the structural pricing and feature comparison between the two services on the entry plans most operators are choosing between.

Read this comparison carefully because the structural differences favor Bizee on entry-tier cost and MyCompanyWorks on customer service experience. Both services charge the same $119/year for registered agent renewal, so the long-term recurring cost is identical after Year 1.

Reason 1: The Year 1 Cost Difference Is $198

The most important reason US-based founders should choose Bizee over MyCompanyWorks for entry-tier LLC formation is the Year 1 cost gap. Bizee Silver at $0 plus state fee includes 1 year of free registered agent service. MyCompanyWorks Basic at $79 plus state fee does not include registered agent service on the entry plan.

To get an equivalent setup on MyCompanyWorks (LLC formation + registered agent service), you need either the Basic plan plus the standalone registered agent add-on ($79 + $119 = $198) or the Complete plan ($279) which bundles registered agent into the formation package.

For a Wyoming LLC: Bizee Silver Year 1 = $0 + $100 state fee = $100 total. MyCompanyWorks Basic + RA Year 1 = $79 + $119 + $100 state fee = $298 total. Same LLC. $198 difference.

For a Florida LLC: Bizee Silver Year 1 = $125 total. MyCompanyWorks Basic + RA Year 1 = $323 total. Same LLC. $198 difference.

For a New Mexico LLC: Bizee Silver Year 1 = $50 total. MyCompanyWorks Basic + RA Year 1 = $248 total. Same LLC. $198 difference.

The $198 difference is consistent across every state because it is driven by entry-tier registered agent bundling, not state fees. Bizee Silver delivers a genuine $0 first-year service cost. MyCompanyWorks requires a minimum $198 first-year service cost for the same equivalent setup.

Reason 2: Recurring Registered Agent Cost Is Identical

One area where the two services tie: both charge $119/year for registered agent renewal. This is the lowest renewal rate among major LLC formation providers in 2026, alongside Bizee’s identical pricing. Northwest Registered Agent charges $125/year. ZenBusiness charges $199/year. LegalZoom charges $249/year. Both Bizee and MyCompanyWorks deliver the registered agent service at the budget-friendly $119/year tier.

The long-term recurring cost (year 2 forward) is identical between the two services. Over 5 years, both services’ registered agent renewals total the same. The structural cost advantage is entirely on the Year 1 entry tier, where Bizee bundles the free first year and MyCompanyWorks does not.

For founders who specifically value the $119/year renewal rate, both services deliver this advantage. The decision should focus on the Year 1 cost gap and the differentiation in customer experience.

Reason 3: Bizee Has Stronger Brand Recognition

Bizee (combining Incfile and Bizee history) has helped form over 1 million businesses since launch. MyCompanyWorks has helped form 60,000+ businesses since its 2001 launch. The volume difference is meaningful for two reasons.

First, the volume reflects market validation. More founders choose Bizee for LLC formation because the pricing and product positioning fit a broader audience. The 60,000 number for MyCompanyWorks is genuine, but it represents a smaller market share.

Second, Bizee’s volume produces more independent reviews, more case studies, and more public documentation about the formation experience. Founders evaluating Bizee can find extensive review coverage across platforms. MyCompanyWorks reviews exist but are concentrated on fewer platforms (notably 4.9/5 on ShopperApproved, but only 5 reviews on Trustpilot as of May 2026).

For founders who specifically value working with a service that has the broadest market validation and most extensive review documentation, Bizee’s volume advantage is real.

Reason 4: MyCompanyWorks Premium Auto-Renewal Pattern

One operational detail that affects MyCompanyWorks Complete plan customers specifically: purchasing the $279 Complete plan automatically enrolls you in MyCompanyWorks Premium, which provides compliance monitoring and annual report filing services. MyCompanyWorks Premium auto-renews at $99 to $139/year after the first year.

For founders who want the full bundled formation experience and value the compliance monitoring, MyCompanyWorks Premium delivers genuine value. The compliance dashboard tracks annual report deadlines and the service files annual reports on your behalf, removing one ongoing administrative burden.

For founders who do not specifically need the Premium service but accept the Complete plan to get the bundled registered agent, the $99-$139/year auto-renewal becomes an unwanted recurring cost. Founders who do not actively cancel before the renewal date will be charged for the second year.

Bizee does not have an equivalent auto-renewal pattern at the formation service layer. Silver ($0), Gold ($199), and Platinum ($299) are all one-time formation fees. The only recurring charge is the optional $119/year registered agent renewal, which is a separate billing event you can choose to renew or not.

For founders who specifically want to avoid annual subscription auto-renewal patterns, Bizee’s one-time fee structure on Gold and Platinum is the cleaner economic model.

Reason 5: Bizee Has Lower Checkout Upselling Pressure on Free EIN

Both services offer EIN filing as an add-on or bundled into mid-tier plans. The pricing is similar: Bizee EIN add-on $70, MyCompanyWorks EIN add-on $75. Both also bundle EIN into their mid-tier plans (Bizee Gold $199, MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur $199).

One reality both services share: you can get an EIN directly from the IRS for free at irs.gov. The application takes 15 to 20 minutes online with immediate issuance. Both services charge for the convenience of handling the application for you, which is legitimate, but founders who want to handle their own EIN application save the $70 to $75 fee.

The checkout upselling intensity differs between the services. MyCompanyWorks is consistently noted across reviews for relatively soft upselling compared to Bizee. The MyCompanyWorks checkout experience is less aggressive in surfacing paid add-ons, which is a legitimate user experience advantage. Reddit users specifically recommend declining paid EIN registration on both services, but MyCompanyWorks is easier to navigate without accidentally accepting unwanted add-ons.

For founders who specifically value a softer checkout experience without aggressive upsell pressure, MyCompanyWorks has the user experience advantage. For founders who can navigate aggressive upselling and want the lower entry-tier cost, Bizee delivers better economics.

Reason 6: Bizee Mid-Tier Includes Registered Agent, MyCompanyWorks Mid-Tier Does Not

The mid-tier pricing comparison reveals a meaningful structural difference. Both Bizee Gold and MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur are priced at $199 one-time. Both include EIN and Operating Agreement. The bundling beyond that differs.

Bizee Gold at $199 includes EIN, Operating Agreement, IRS Form 2553 (S-corp election), Banking Resolution, AND continues the free Year 1 registered agent from Silver. The registered agent value rolls forward from the Silver tier.

MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur at $199 includes EIN, Operating Agreement, MyCompanyForms lifetime forms library, federal tax ID, and an LLC kit with seal and member certificates. Registered agent service is NOT included on the Entrepreneur plan. You must either add the standalone registered agent ($119/year) or upgrade to the Complete plan ($279) to get registered agent service.

The effective Year 1 cost for an equivalent setup at the mid tier: Bizee Gold = $199 (everything included, free RA Year 1). MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur + RA = $199 + $119 = $318. Same level of formation services, $119 cost difference.

For founders who want bundled mid-tier formation with registered agent included, Bizee Gold delivers materially better economics than MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur.

Reason 7: Bizee Lifetime Compliance Alerts Are Free

Bizee includes lifetime company alerts and compliance reminders on every plan (Silver, Gold, Platinum) free of charge. The alerts cover state-required annual reports, franchise tax deadlines, BOI filing reminders, and other ongoing compliance obligations.

MyCompanyWorks includes basic compliance alerts on the Basic plan but the more comprehensive compliance monitoring is part of MyCompanyWorks Premium, which is bundled into the Complete plan ($279) and renews at $99-$139/year. Standalone Premium service can be added to lower tiers for the same annual cost.

For founders who want comprehensive compliance reminders without paying a recurring fee, Bizee’s bundling is structurally better. The actual compliance work (filing annual reports through your state’s Secretary of State website, submitting BOI through FinCEN directly) takes 5 to 20 minutes per filing and can be done at no cost. The reminders are the valuable part, and Bizee delivers them free forever on every plan.

For founders who want compliance monitoring AND managed annual report filing (where MyCompanyWorks Premium actually files the report on your behalf), MyCompanyWorks Premium delivers more service than Bizee’s alert-only system. The trade-off is the $99-$139/year recurring cost.

When MyCompanyWorks Is Actually the Right Choice

The case for MyCompanyWorks is genuine and worth acknowledging. MyCompanyWorks has several legitimate strengths that Bizee does not match.

90-day satisfaction guarantee. MyCompanyWorks offers a 90-day satisfaction guarantee that is longer than most competitors. If you are unsatisfied with the formation experience within 90 days, you can request a refund. Bizee’s refund policy is more standard and shorter.

Same-day processing on all plans. MyCompanyWorks processes documents same-day on every plan, including the Basic plan at $79. Bizee Silver standard processing runs 3 to 4 weeks, which is materially slower. For founders who specifically need fast turnaround at the entry tier without paying for expedited service, MyCompanyWorks has the speed advantage on the entry plan.

Stronger customer service reputation. MyCompanyWorks is consistently noted across reviews for personalized customer support with responsive, experienced support representatives. The 4.9/5 ShopperApproved rating reflects this. For founders who specifically value high-touch customer service during formation, MyCompanyWorks has a legitimate advantage.

Operating Agreement included on Basic. MyCompanyWorks Basic at $79 includes a personalized Operating Agreement template. Bizee Silver at $0 does not include Operating Agreement (it requires the Gold tier or a $99 add-on). For founders who specifically need Operating Agreement on the entry tier, MyCompanyWorks Basic delivers this.

MyCompanyWorks Premium for hands-off compliance. The Premium service handles annual report filing on your behalf, which is genuinely valuable for founders who do not want to track state filing deadlines or handle administrative work. For operators running multiple businesses or wanting comprehensive compliance offloading, the $99-$139/year is reasonable value.

For founders who specifically value any of these dimensions over the Year 1 cost savings, MyCompanyWorks is a legitimate choice. The service has earned its 60,000+ business formation track record on customer service quality and reliability.

When Bizee Is Clearly the Better Choice

For US-based founders forming an LLC for an ecommerce business with cost efficiency as the primary criterion, Bizee is the structurally better choice on six specific dimensions.

Lower Year 1 cost on entry tier. Bizee Silver delivers a genuine $0 Year 1 service cost. MyCompanyWorks Basic plus standalone RA totals $198. The Year 1 cost gap is $198 for the same legal entity.

Lower mid-tier cost. Bizee Gold at $199 includes free Year 1 registered agent. MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur at $199 does not include registered agent ($119 add-on required). Effective Year 1 cost at the mid tier: Bizee $199 vs MyCompanyWorks $318.

No premium service auto-renewal. Bizee Gold and Platinum are one-time fees with no auto-renewing premium service. MyCompanyWorks Complete bundles auto-renewing Premium at $99-$139/year.

Lifetime compliance alerts free on every plan. Bizee delivers compliance alerts free forever. MyCompanyWorks gates comprehensive compliance monitoring behind the Premium subscription.

Stronger market validation. Bizee’s 1 million+ businesses formed represents broader market validation and more extensive review documentation than MyCompanyWorks’ 60,000.

Free Year 1 RA at every plan tier. Bizee includes free Year 1 RA at all three tiers (Silver, Gold, Platinum). MyCompanyWorks includes RA only on Complete ($279), and only Year 1 with auto-renewal afterward.

State Fee Reality (Same on Both)

One thing that does not change between Bizee and MyCompanyWorks: your state’s mandatory LLC filing fee. This fee is paid to your state’s Secretary of State regardless of which formation service you use.

For most ecommerce operators, your state of formation should depend on operational factors (where you live, where your customers are, which states have favorable business law) rather than which formation service charges less. If you are still picking a niche or sourcing suppliers before forming your LLC, the high-ticket niches list and the supplier-finding guide are the better starting points before the formation decision.

Compliance and Tax Considerations

Forming an LLC is the legal structure step in setting up a serious ecommerce business. Beyond the LLC itself, you also need a tax foundation, business banking, accounting, and ongoing compliance management. For deeper context on what high-ticket dropshipping operations require beyond LLC formation, the high-ticket dropshipping pillar guide covers the broader business model context.

For US-based ecommerce operators, the IRS guidance on LLCs covers the federal tax treatment options (default pass-through taxation versus S-corp election versus C-corp election) and the structural requirements for maintaining LLC status. The Small Business Administration guidance on choosing a business structure covers the comparison between LLC, sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation structures.

For ongoing tax obligations on LLC income, the IRS guidance on self-employment tax covers the Social Security and Medicare obligations that pass-through LLC income generates. For comprehensive guidance on the broader operational foundation of an ecommerce business beyond just LLC formation, my business formation pillar article covers the complete legal and financial foundation checklist for high-ticket dropshipping operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bizee or MyCompanyWorks cheaper?
Bizee is cheaper on Year 1 entry-tier cost by $198. Bizee Silver at $0 plus state fee delivers a genuine $0 first-year service cost with free registered agent included. MyCompanyWorks Basic at $79 plus standalone registered agent at $119 totals $198 for the equivalent setup. The recurring registered agent cost is identical between the two services at $119/year, so the long-term cost difference is the Year 1 gap.

Does MyCompanyWorks include registered agent in the Basic plan?
No. MyCompanyWorks Basic at $79 does not include registered agent service. Registered agent is a $119/year add-on or is bundled into the Complete plan at $279. The Entrepreneur plan at $199 also does not include registered agent in the standard configuration. Bizee Silver at $0 includes 1 year of free registered agent service.

Is MyCompanyWorks Premium worth it?
MyCompanyWorks Premium at $99-$139/year provides compliance monitoring and managed annual report filing. For founders who specifically want hands-off compliance management and do not want to track state filing deadlines themselves, the Premium service delivers genuine value. For founders comfortable filing annual reports themselves (5 to 20 minutes per filing through your state’s Secretary of State website), the recurring cost is unnecessary.

What is the difference between Bizee Gold and MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur?
Bizee Gold at $199 includes EIN, Operating Agreement, IRS Form 2553 (S-corp election), Banking Resolution, and continues the free Year 1 registered agent from Silver. MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur at $199 includes EIN, Operating Agreement, MyCompanyForms lifetime forms library, and an LLC kit with seal. Registered agent is NOT included on Entrepreneur. Effective Year 1 cost: Bizee Gold $199, MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur + RA $318.

Should ecommerce operators choose Bizee or MyCompanyWorks?
For ecommerce operators focused on cost efficiency, Bizee delivers better Year 1 economics by $198 at the entry tier and $119 at the mid tier. For ecommerce operators who specifically value premium customer service, same-day processing on all plans, and the 90-day satisfaction guarantee, MyCompanyWorks has legitimate user experience advantages worth the cost premium.

Does MyCompanyWorks process LLC formation same-day?
Yes. MyCompanyWorks processes documents same-day on all plans, including the Basic plan at $79. This is materially faster than Bizee Silver’s 3 to 4 week standard processing. Bizee Platinum at $299 one-time also includes next-day filing for operators who specifically need fast turnaround. If same-day processing on the entry plan is the priority, MyCompanyWorks delivers it.

What is the 5-year cost of Bizee vs MyCompanyWorks?
Bizee Silver with registered agent over 5 years = $476 ($0 year 1 + $119/year RA renewal in years 2-5, plus state fees). MyCompanyWorks Basic with registered agent over 5 years = $674 ($79 formation + $119 RA Year 1 + $119/year RA renewal in years 2-5, plus state fees). The difference is $198 over 5 years for the same legal entity, concentrated in Year 1.

How do customer service experiences compare?
MyCompanyWorks has a stronger customer service reputation, with a 4.9/5 ShopperApproved rating and consistent reviews praising responsive, personalized support. Bizee customer support is functional but less personalized. For founders who specifically value high-touch customer service, MyCompanyWorks has the legitimate advantage. For founders who handle most formation steps independently and only need support for specific issues, Bizee is adequate.

Can I switch from MyCompanyWorks to Bizee?
Yes. You can cancel your MyCompanyWorks registered agent service and transfer to Bizee or any other provider. You will need to update your registered agent on file with your state’s Secretary of State, which typically requires filing a change of registered agent form for a small state fee ($0 to $25 depending on state). Your LLC continues to exist as the same legal entity.

Which is better for high-ticket dropshipping?
For high-ticket dropshipping operators specifically, Bizee delivers better economics because the lower Year 1 cost compounds across multiple LLCs (common for store separation strategies). For first-time operators forming a single LLC who want premium customer service and hands-off compliance management, MyCompanyWorks Complete at $279 plus the Premium service auto-renewal is a legitimate alternative.

The Bottom Line

The honest answer on Bizee versus MyCompanyWorks is that both services have legitimate strengths and the right choice depends on what you value most. MyCompanyWorks has stronger customer service reputation, same-day processing on all plans, a 90-day satisfaction guarantee, and Operating Agreement included on the Basic plan. Bizee has lower entry-tier cost, free Year 1 registered agent at every plan tier, lifetime compliance alerts free on every plan, and stronger market validation with over 1 million businesses formed.

For US-based founders running ecommerce businesses, Bizee Silver at $0 plus state fee delivers the cheapest legitimate path to a properly formed US LLC. You save $198 in Year 1 compared to MyCompanyWorks Basic plus standalone registered agent. The recurring registered agent cost is identical at $119/year on both services.

For operators who want bundled formation with EIN and Operating Agreement at the mid tier, Bizee Gold at $199 one-time includes registered agent for Year 1 free. MyCompanyWorks Entrepreneur at $199 does not include registered agent ($119 add-on required), making the effective mid-tier cost $318. Bizee delivers materially better mid-tier economics.

For founders who specifically value premium customer service, same-day processing on all plans, the 90-day satisfaction guarantee, and Operating Agreement on the Basic plan, MyCompanyWorks is a legitimate alternative worth the cost premium. The service has earned its 60,000+ business formation track record on customer experience quality.

For ecommerce operators specifically, the cost savings on Bizee compound across multiple LLCs and the included compliance alerts handle ongoing requirements adequately without the MyCompanyWorks Premium auto-renewal. Pure LLC formation with Bizee delivers better economics over the life of the LLC.

For deeper context on the complete legal and financial foundation for ecommerce operations beyond just LLC formation, my business formation pillar article covers the comprehensive setup including LLC formation, EIN, business banking, accounting, tax preparation, and ongoing compliance management.

Free Resources to Build Your Ecommerce Business

Whether you are just forming your first LLC or scaling an existing operation, these free resources cover the foundations of growing a serious ecommerce business.

• Free Beginner’s Guide to High-Ticket Dropshipping
• Free Mini Course on High-Ticket Dropshipping
• Free High-Ticket Niches List
• Free Supplier Directory

For deeper guidance on the broader operational stack of scaling an ecommerce business, Ecommerce Paradise private coaching walks through the complete playbook including supplier strategy, outreach systems, store buildout, and the operational systems that take a brand from launch through scale.

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Trevor Fenner

Trevor Fenner is an ecommerce entrepreneur and the founder of Ecommerce Paradise, a platform focused on helping entrepreneurs build and scale profitable high-ticket ecommerce and dropshipping businesses. With over a decade of hands-on experience, Trevor specializes in high-ticket dropshipping strategy, niche and product selection, supplier recruiting and onboarding, Google & Bing Shopping ads, ecommerce SEO, and systems-driven automation and scaling. Through Ecommerce Paradise, he provides free education via in-depth guides like How to Start High-Ticket Dropshipping, advanced training through the High-Ticket Dropshipping Masterclass, and fully done-for-you turnkey ecommerce services for entrepreneurs who want a faster, more hands-off path to growth. Trevor is known for emphasizing sustainable, real-world ecommerce models over hype-driven tactics, helping store owners build scalable, sellable, and location-independent brands.

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