What is not listed as free is not free!
Meet the qualifications and it is free.
https://turbotax.intuit.com/modals/simple-tax-return/
if you do not try elsewhere
https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free
If you do
https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/change-service-level/downgrade-lower-pri...
You don't gave to pay the Extra $40 Refund Processing Service charge (45 in California). That's only to have the fees deducted from your refund. It is optional. Avoid it by paying the fees with a credit card. And your return will come faster and direct to you without going through the 3rd party bank to take the fees out.
How to see your fees
For help with fees
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/charges-and-fees/help/what-can-i-do-to-reduce-my-fees/00/26051
How to remove the Pay from your Refund fee