Annotation: The article shows different scientific views on the concept of depreciation in accounting and tax approaches. The interpretation of the concept of "depreciation" in the normative documents of Ukraine is revealed. The classification of methods of depreciation depending on the method of obtaining economic benefits. Scientific approaches to the interpretation of depreciation of fixed assets are grouped into three areas. The classification of different methods of depreciation of fixed assets provided by the Tax Code of Ukraine is presented. An analytical Review of the advantages and disadvantages of different methods of depreciation of fixed assets has been made. It has been noted that different methods of depreciation will present different amounts of depreciation. Therefore, it is important for enterprises to select and implement most profitable method of depreciation for their business.