I would compare Gusto using your actual headcount and states, not the base price alone.
Clear base-plus-person pricing
Payroll and HR together
US payroll focus
Add-ons increase cost
Best for:
Small teamsGrowing businessesEnterprise
Best use case: A US small business running employee payroll
I would compare Gusto using your actual headcount and states, not the base price alone. The lowest tier can suit a straightforward team; time tracking and multi-state needs change the comparison.
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I would compare Gusto using your actual headcount and states, not the base price alone. The lowest tier can suit a straightforward team; time tracking and multi-state needs change the comparison. Simple, Plus and Premium differ in the payroll and HR support they provide; contractor-only service is a separate option. Compare your states, worker types and benefits setup before choosing, and keep wages, taxes and benefit premiums separate from the software fee.
Strengths
Clear base-plus-person pricing
Payroll and HR together
Accounting connections
Tradeoffs
US payroll focus
Add-ons increase cost
Benefits and wages separate
Who it suits
A US small business running employee payroll
A growing team adding HR support to payroll
A business comparing contractor-only administration
About Gusto
Run US payroll and organize employee onboarding, benefits, and HR work. Gusto combines a monthly platform charge with a charge for each paid person.
Simple covers single-state payroll; higher tiers expand payroll and people-management capabilities. Wages, employer taxes, and benefit premiums are not software fees.
Gusto combines US payroll with employee administration. The bill includes a company base charge plus charges per person, so hiring changes the total even when the plan stays the same. Simple, Plus and Premium differ in the payroll and HR support they provide; contractor-only service is a separate option. Compare your states, worker types and benefits setup before choosing, and keep wages, taxes and benefit premiums separate from the software fee.
Pricing & Plans
Prices use the currency shown. Tax, usage limits and billing terms vary by provider.
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Integrations & connectionsHow Gusto fits into your workflow
Official integrations include QuickBooks and Xero; confirm the mapping and reconciliation workflow with your bookkeeper.
Platforms & availabilityWeb App
Free plan: Not listed for this product. Free trial: Not verified.
Cost considerationsBilling, usage limits and additional fees
Monthly USD totals: Simple $49 + $6/person; Plus $80 + $12/person; Premium $180 + $22/person; Contractor Only $35 + $6/paid contractor. Temporary base-fee waivers excluded. Wages, taxes, insurance, and add-ons are additional.
