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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$22.50 Per Month
Heartland Payroll+
Star Rating
(136)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Heartland Payroll+QuickBooks Payroll
Star Rating
(486)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$22.50 Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Heartland Payroll+ excels in user experience, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and ease of access to employee information. One user mentioned, "It was an easy switch from our old payroll," indicating a smooth transition and user-friendly design.
- Users say QuickBooks Payroll offers strong integration capabilities, particularly with QuickBooks Online (QBO). Reviewers appreciate that it "gets everything ready to the CRA for you," making tax preparation more efficient, although some find it less efficient compared to other payroll systems.
- According to verified reviews, Heartland Payroll+ stands out for its scheduling features, which allow users to easily manage employee availability and scheduled shifts. One user noted, "Scheduling in the system is a breeze," showcasing its effectiveness in workforce management.
- Reviewers mention that QuickBooks Payroll is fast and easy to use, with a straightforward setup process. However, some users feel that it lacks the depth of features found in dedicated payroll systems, stating, "It isn't as efficient as some other 3rd party payroll systems."
- G2 reviewers highlight Heartland Payroll+'s strong support quality, with users appreciating the quick response times. One user remarked on the "quick response time," which is crucial for businesses needing timely assistance with payroll issues.
- Users report that while QuickBooks Payroll has a solid mobile experience, Heartland Payroll+ offers better overall functionality in key payroll features like direct deposit and tax calculations, with users praising its "saves me time on completing everything needed for my payroll."
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Heartland Payroll+
No pricing availableQuickBooks Payroll
Core
$22.50
Per Month
Cover the basics—easily pay your team and have your payroll taxes done for you.
- Payroll features Full-service payroll Includes automated taxes and forms Auto Payroll 1099 E-File & Pay Expert product support Next-day direct deposit
Free Trial
Heartland Payroll+
No trial information availableQuickBooks Payroll
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
118
8.9
396
Ease of Use
8.7
117
9.1
403
Ease of Setup
8.3
79
8.5
263
Ease of Admin
8.6
80
8.8
260
Quality of Support
8.8
117
8.9
376
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
80
8.9
268
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
114
8.8
390
Features by Category
Core HR
Not enough data
8.8
199
Not enough data
8.6
190
Not enough data
7.2
107
Not enough data
8.0
137
Not enough data
8.6
158
Not enough data
8.8
189
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.8
36
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
204
Not enough data
7.5
143
Not enough data
7.5
127
Not enough data
8.7
220
Not enough data
8.6
208
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
8.1
203
Not enough data
8.6
215
Employee Self Service
8.6
76
|
Verified
8.0
36
|
Verified
8.8
34
|
Verified
7.4
26
|
Verified
7.0
26
|
Verified
7.2
27
|
Verified
Administration
9.1
84
|
Verified
8.8
39
|
Verified
8.4
51
|
Verified
7.7
36
|
Verified
9.5
88
|
Verified
8.6
35
|
Verified
8.7
5
8.1
31
|
Verified
9.1
78
|
Verified
8.4
33
|
Verified
9.1
46
|
Verified
7.8
29
|
Verified
9.4
42
|
Verified
8.3
26
|
Verified
9.7
64
|
Verified
8.5
33
|
Verified
9.6
75
|
Verified
8.4
29
|
Verified
Taxes
9.2
86
|
Verified
8.6
35
|
Verified
9.0
81
|
Verified
7.7
33
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.1
28
|
Verified
Integration
8.6
20
|
Verified
7.5
22
|
Verified
8.5
23
|
Verified
7.6
28
|
Verified
8.8
23
|
Verified
8.5
34
|
Verified
8.4
16
|
Verified
8.3
24
|
Verified
Platform
8.8
84
|
Verified
8.0
36
|
Verified
8.8
78
|
Verified
8.4
35
|
Verified
8.7
87
|
Verified
8.1
38
|
Verified
9.1
65
|
Verified
7.4
32
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
200
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.0
193
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
9.3
200
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
8.7
155
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
200
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.0
193
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
9.3
200
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
9.2
169
Not enough data
8.7
155
Not enough data
8.4
116
Not enough data
7.6
45
Not enough data
8.1
56
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.9
33
Not enough data
6.8
32
Not enough data
7.0
32
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
204
Not enough data
7.5
143
Not enough data
7.5
127
Not enough data
8.7
220
Not enough data
8.6
208
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
8.1
203
Not enough data
8.6
215
Basics
Not enough data
7.8
65
Not enough data
8.5
80
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
7.7
57
Data
Not enough data
8.2
90
Not enough data
8.0
87
Not enough data
8.1
82
Logistics
Not enough data
7.9
66
Not enough data
8.7
83
Agentic AI - Offboarding
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.2
132
Not enough data
8.8
147
Not enough data
9.1
151
Not enough data
7.5
96
Not enough data
8.6
125
Not enough data
8.3
119
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
139
Not enough data
7.8
96
Not enough data
7.7
99
Not enough data
8.7
139
Not enough data
8.9
142
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.5
118
Not enough data
8.8
114
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
204
Not enough data
7.5
143
Not enough data
7.5
127
Not enough data
8.7
220
Not enough data
8.6
208
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
8.1
203
Not enough data
8.6
215
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
7.0
77
Not enough data
9.0
140
Documentation - I-9 Compliance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Heartland Payroll+ and QuickBooks Payroll are categorized as Payroll
Unique Categories
Heartland Payroll+ has no unique categories
QuickBooks Payroll is categorized as Offboarding, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Core HR, and I-9 Compliance
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Heartland Payroll+
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
QuickBooks 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
Retail
7.5%
Construction
7.5%
Insurance
6.0%
Restaurants
5.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.3%
Other
68.4%
Computer Software
6.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.4%
Hospital & Health Care
6.1%
Insurance
5.7%
Accounting
4.7%
Other
70.6%
Discussions
How can I get my employee set up to view her payroll details?
1 Comment
Official Response from Heartland Payroll+
Employees are always able to see their check details on their pay stub. However, if they have a direct deposit and do not receive a hard direct deposit slip,...Read more
Is there a way to add an Earning at the end of month payroll, every other payroll automatically?
1 Comment
Official Response from Heartland Payroll+
Yes, we can set that up in the system for a client. Your dedicated payroll specialist would be able to create additional payroll grids and earning codes (or...Read more
Heartland Payroll+ has no more discussions with answers
Does GoCo support both salaried employees and 1099 contractors?
2 Comments
TC
Yes, GoCo does support both salaried and 1099 contractors through the onboarding process. I think of it as your new HR personnel record keeper. Read more
Did you ever use GoCo as a repository for your documents?
2 Comments
RD
Yes, Employers that keep records of immunization status, support orders, and other important documents.Read more
What makes GoCo different from other HR platforms?
2 Comments
LO
The big stand-out for GoCo is service! Each company gets a dedicated CSM (client service manager) along with a multitude of other team members that work...Read more
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