R&D tax consultant UK

How to compare R&D tax consultants

The right consultant should protect the claim as well as estimate it. That means technical evidence, cost review, and clear HMRC submission support.

Start with the R&D tax credit calculator for a quick value estimate, or the 30-second eligibility checker if you're not sure your work counts.

Look beyond the headline percentage

A high estimate can be attractive, but the claim still needs to survive questions about eligibility, apportionment, and documentation. Ask how each figure is supported.

Check enquiry support

Find out whether the consultant helps if HMRC opens an enquiry, whether that support is included, and who owns the technical narrative.

Use the calculator first

A rough calculator estimate helps you ask better questions. If the potential benefit is small, a light-touch review may be enough. If it is large, the evidence standard matters more.

Real examples

Software£980,000+R&D tax relief recovered since 2022

Thinking Sky Blue

Built Vizzy, a multimedia job-seeker profile platform integrating with major applicant tracking systems. Claimed under ERIS (enhanced R&D intensive support).

“The process is smooth and we've had very positive outcomes.”Chris Woodward-Jones, CEO & Co-founder
Read the case study on easyrnd.co.uk
Food & drink£270,000+in R&D tax credits claimed to date

Elgood's Brewery

Developed sour beers and flavoured wheat beer variants for new market segments.

“They proactively identified costs and kept me informed throughout the whole process.”Belinda Sutton, Managing Director
Read the case study on easyrnd.co.uk

Case studies, figures and quotes as published by EasyRND (checked September 2026). Every claim is different; these are not typical results or a promise of what you'll get.

Before you claim

Important note

R&D tax relief depends on scheme rules, company facts, accounting periods, and HMRC evidence standards. Treat this page as research support, not tax advice.