Gusto Review

Payroll Software

Gusto is a full-service payroll platform built for small businesses in the US. It handles payroll taxes automatically, offers employee benefits administration, and includes onboarding tools that make it easy to bring on new hires. Gusto is known for its clean interface and transparent pricing, making it a top choice for founders managing payroll for the first time.

Pros

✓Automatic federal, state, and local tax filing saves hours each month
✓Transparent flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees
✓Excellent onboarding flow with offer letters and e-signatures
✓Strong benefits administration including health, dental, and 401k

Cons

✗International payroll is limited and requires third-party tools
✗Can get expensive as headcount grows beyond 50 employees
✗Reporting and analytics are basic compared to enterprise tools

Best For

Small businesses under 100 employees wanting full-service payroll with benefits

Key Features

✓Full-service payroll
✓automatic tax filing
✓direct deposit
✓employee benefits
✓onboarding
✓PTO tracking
✓time tracking
✓contractor payments

Pricing

PaidStarts at $40/mo + $6/person

Pricing shown is the entry-level paid plan. Additional tiers and features available.

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