HR & Payroll

Gusto

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

4.5★

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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