HR & Payroll

Gusto

Payroll, benefits, and HR for people who would rather run their business

4.5
Category
HR & Payroll
Starting Price
$40/mo + $6/person
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
Best For
Small businesses with 1-50 employees

About Gusto

Gusto makes running payroll painless for small businesses with 1-100 employees. It handles direct deposit, tax filings, benefits administration, and compliance in one platform. If you are still cutting checks or using a spreadsheet to track PTO, Gusto will save you hours every pay period.

Key Features

  • Automated payroll with tax calculations and filings
  • Direct deposit with two-day or next-day processing
  • W-2 and 1099 preparation and filing
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits administration
  • 401(k) and other retirement plan integrations
  • PTO tracking and approval workflows
  • Employee self-service portal
  • New hire onboarding checklists and I-9/W-4 e-signing

Best For

  • Small businesses with 1-50 employees
  • Home service companies with mixed W-2 and 1099 workers
  • Restaurants and cafes managing shift workers
  • Any owner tired of payroll spreadsheets

Limitations

  • Per-person pricing adds up fast for larger teams
  • Contractor-only plan was discontinued — now bundled with employee payroll
  • Benefits options vary significantly by state

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