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Gusto

★★★★★4.64k reviewsFrom $40/mo + $6/employee

Payroll-first HR software built for small businesses, handling payroll, benefits, and compliance in one place.

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Summary

Gusto's payroll runs (including tax filing) are genuinely simple to set up, which is why it's become a default for small businesses hiring their first few employees. It's US-focused and less suited to companies with international teams or complex multi-entity payroll needs.

Strengths

Ease of Use
88
Value
80
Features
79
Support
80

Pricing

Starter
From $40/mo + $6/employee
  • Core features
  • Community support
  • Limited usage
Pro
From $40/mo + $6/employee
  • Everything in Starter
  • Priority support
  • Higher usage limits
  • Advanced features
Enterprise
Custom
  • Everything in Pro
  • Dedicated account manager
  • SSO & advanced security
  • Custom contracts

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