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Compare Gusto and Square Payroll 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $49.00 Per Month
No pricing available
Gusto
Star Rating
(7,569)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $49.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSquare Payroll
Star Rating
(31)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Square PayrollSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Gusto excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive interface and smooth onboarding process. Users appreciate features like automated task tracking based on state and local laws, which alleviates concerns about compliance.
- Users say that Square Payroll offers a straightforward setup, making it easy for new users to input necessary tax information and onboard employees. However, some find that it lacks the depth of features that Gusto provides, particularly in automation and compliance tracking.
- According to verified reviews, Gusto's customer support is highly rated, with users highlighting the quality of assistance they receive. In contrast, while Square Payroll's support is generally good, some users feel it could be more responsive and comprehensive.
- Reviewers mention that Gusto's payroll processing is efficient, allowing users to finalize payroll just days before payment is due, which is particularly beneficial during slow pay periods. Square Payroll also simplifies payroll processing but lacks some of the advanced features that Gusto users enjoy.
- G2 reviewers highlight Gusto's strong performance in areas like direct deposit and tax filing, with many users expressing satisfaction with the reliability and ease of these features. Square Payroll, while functional, does not receive the same level of praise for these critical payroll components.
- Users report that Gusto's overall satisfaction ratings are significantly higher, reflecting a broader range of positive experiences. While Square Payroll is appreciated for its ease of use, it does not match Gusto's comprehensive feature set and user satisfaction levels.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Gusto
Simple Plan
Starting at $49.00
Per Month
For small businesses or s-corps needing basic payroll.
- Full-service single-state payroll including W-2s and 1099s
- Basic support
- Employee profiles and self-service
Square Payroll
No pricing availableFree Trial
Gusto
Free Trial is available
Square Payroll
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
6,028
9.1
25
Ease of Use
9.5
6,229
9.0
25
Ease of Setup
9.3
4,930
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.3
2,165
Not enough data
Quality of Support
9.0
5,024
8.4
21
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
2,165
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
6,128
9.0
23
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
893
Not enough data
9.0
892
Not enough data
8.0
784
Not enough data
8.6
836
Not enough data
8.8
852
Not enough data
8.7
850
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.2
472
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
2231
Not enough data
8.0
2038
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
2255
Not enough data
9.2
2258
Not enough data
8.9
2171
Not enough data
8.8
2225
Not enough data
9.1
2255
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
9.5
5037
|
Verified
9.0
16
|
Verified
8.9
4603
|
Verified
8.6
14
|
Verified
9.0
4666
|
Verified
8.3
16
|
Verified
Administration
9.4
4863
|
Verified
8.3
18
|
Verified
9.0
4544
|
Verified
9.4
13
|
Verified
9.6
5006
|
Verified
9.2
19
|
Verified
8.9
4419
|
Verified
7.9
14
|
Verified
9.2
4621
|
Verified
8.4
15
|
Verified
8.8
4152
|
Verified
7.9
14
|
Verified
9.1
4346
|
Verified
8.3
15
|
Verified
9.2
4520
|
Verified
9.0
16
|
Verified
9.2
4529
|
Verified
9.0
15
|
Verified
Taxes
9.3
4784
|
Verified
9.0
16
|
Verified
9.2
4663
|
Verified
8.6
17
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.8
16
|
Verified
Integration
8.6
4065
|
Verified
8.2
16
|
Verified
8.8
4095
|
Verified
8.0
17
|
Verified
8.8
4149
|
Verified
7.9
15
|
Verified
8.6
3898
|
Verified
8.8
11
|
Verified
Platform
9.0
4535
|
Verified
8.9
19
|
Verified
9.2
4544
|
Verified
8.6
18
|
Verified
9.3
4704
|
Verified
8.8
20
|
Verified
9.2
4427
|
Verified
8.0
19
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.0
1352
Not enough data
8.9
1310
Not enough data
8.4
1214
Not enough data
9.0
1317
Not enough data
9.0
1304
Not enough data
9.2
1337
Not enough data
9.0
1271
Not enough data
8.8
1249
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.0
1352
Not enough data
8.9
1310
Not enough data
8.4
1214
Not enough data
9.0
1317
Not enough data
9.0
1304
Not enough data
9.2
1337
Not enough data
9.0
1271
Not enough data
9.1
925
Not enough data
8.8
1249
Not enough data
8.5
1056
Not enough data
8.3
974
Not enough data
8.9
1038
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.2
837
Not enough data
7.2
834
Not enough data
7.1
829
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
2231
Not enough data
8.0
2038
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
2255
Not enough data
9.2
2258
Not enough data
8.9
2171
Not enough data
8.8
2225
Not enough data
9.1
2255
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.5
183
Not enough data
9.2
190
Not enough data
8.9
183
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.8
187
Not enough data
8.5
177
Not enough data
Platform Functionality
9.1
184
Not enough data
8.5
180
Not enough data
8.8
177
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.8
179
Not enough data
8.4
174
Not enough data
8.1
171
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.3
157
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.2
772
Not enough data
9.2
775
Not enough data
Platform Administration
8.6
711
Not enough data
9.1
751
Not enough data
9.0
761
Not enough data
Platform Payment Content
9.0
755
Not enough data
8.4
650
Not enough data
9.1
733
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
7.6
241
Not enough data
7.9
243
Not enough data
7.8
243
Not enough data
7.9
244
Not enough data
8.0
246
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.7
1144
Not enough data
9.0
1164
Not enough data
9.2
1162
Not enough data
8.4
1081
Not enough data
8.7
1093
Not enough data
8.6
1086
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.2
1141
Not enough data
8.7
1089
Not enough data
8.5
1063
Not enough data
8.9
1106
Not enough data
9.1
1126
Not enough data
Platform Data
8.4
1014
Not enough data
8.7
1054
Not enough data
8.8
1042
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
2231
Not enough data
8.0
2038
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
2255
Not enough data
9.2
2258
Not enough data
8.9
2171
Not enough data
8.8
2225
Not enough data
9.1
2255
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.0
992
Not enough data
9.0
1082
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Gusto and Square Payroll are categorized as Contractor Payments, Benefits Administration, Core HR, and Payroll
Unique Categories
Gusto is categorized as Onboarding and Contractor Management
Square Payroll has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Gusto
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Square Payroll
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Computer Software
5.3%
Accounting
5.3%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.8%
Marketing and Advertising
4.4%
Other
74.6%
Food & Beverages
29.0%
Retail
16.1%
Marketing and Advertising
6.5%
Accounting
6.5%
Mental Health Care
3.2%
Other
38.7%
Discussions
Is there an app for Gusto payroll?
4 Comments
MM
Yes it’s gusto wallet but it’s used by employees or payees not payroll provider.
Read more
Why doesn't Gusto take responsibility and rectify the pay problems that they have caused?
2 Comments
Official Response from Gusto
Hi there, we see you've been in touch with several customer support advocates and managers to help go through the situation as well as provide options for...Read more
What is Gusto used for?
2 Comments
PP
Gusto is payroll software. Online Payroll & HR Solutions etc.Gusto handles payments to employees and contractors and also handles paperwork necessary to help...Read more
Square Payroll has no discussions with answers
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