A quick and easy comparison guide

Gusto vs Justworks

HR software makes it easier to manage your team, simplify payroll, and stay compliant with federal and state regulations. But how do you decide which HR software is right for your business? Below, you can compare Gusto with Justworks to decide which platform is best for your payroll and HR needs.

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Compare pricing and features: Gusto vs Justworks

Gusto
Pricing
Monthly fee
Starting at $40/mo + $6/mo per person
Starting at $49/mo per employee (for businesses with <25 employees)
Setup fee
Free
Free
Payroll
Unlimited payrolls
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Automated federal and state tax filing
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Direct deposit
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File W-2s
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File 1099s
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Multiple pay rates and schedules
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Multiple states
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(Plus and Premium)
Contractor payments
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E-sign I-9 and W-4
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Lifetime access for employees
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Household employer payroll
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International payroll
Dollar
(International contractor add-on)
Benefits
Health benefits
Pay premiums only
Pay premiums only (Plus)
Workers’ comp
Pay premiums only
Pay premiums only
Available add-ons
  • Broker integration
  • 401(k) retirement
  • Commuter benefits
  • Life and disability
  • HSA and FSA
  • 401(k) retirement
  • Life and disability
  • HSA and FSA
  • COBRA access
  • Commuter benefits
HR tools
Time tracking
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(Plus and Premium)
Team directory and org chart
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(Plus and Premium)
Time-off requests
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Online offer letters
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Secure document vault and e-signing
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Custom employee handbook
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(Premium and HR add-on)
Job description and policy templates
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(Premium and HR add-on)
Proactive compliance updates
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(Premium and HR add-on)
Certified HR pros
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(Premium and HR add-on)
Direct phone line for dedicated support
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(Premium and HR add-on)
Custom Onboarding Checklist
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Software Provisioning
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(Plus and Premium)
Integrations
QuickBooks
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Xero
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Google (G-suite) SSO
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*Competitive data on this page was collected as of October 27th, 2022 and is subject to change or update. Gusto does not make any representations as to the completeness or accuracy of the information on this page. All Gusto services listed in the payroll features comparison chart are provided by Gusto or by one of Gusto's trusted partners.

What to consider when choosing a payroll provider?

How many employees do you have?

When deciding on a payroll and HR provider, one of the first things you should keep in mind is the size of your workforce. Each type of software is different and what works for a large enterprise may not be the right fit for a small or midsize business. Be sure that the service you pick meets your business needs where they are today, and can also scale as you grow.

Can you get more features without paying extra?

Most payroll platforms offer additional bells and whistles that may get you to sign up, but require a bigger budget. Make sure you find a payroll provider that doesn’t charge for every little feature you want to add. Look for a payroll platform that doesn’t charge for every little change you want to make.

Will switching payroll providers cause interruptions?

Moving sensitive data can be difficult and disruptive. Always ask about the company’s data migration process before you sign up. Most importantly, talk to the representative who will handle the transition.

How fast can I get support?

With payroll, it’s crucial that you quickly get the answers you need if something goes wrong. The best payroll services are there to help when you need it, with just a call or click.

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Gusto FAQs

Gusto’s full-service payroll platform serves all 50 states.  Payroll in multiple states is included in the Plus and Premium plans.

It’s hard to give up the software you love. Luckily, Gusto integrates with QuickBooks, Xero, Aplos, ZipBooks, Autobooks, and FreshBooks for your accounting needs. We also offer integrations with other major business software, including Expensify, Hubstaff, Clover, Homebase and more.

We file all federal, state, and local payroll tax forms on your company’s behalf. Through Gusto, you can e-file, e-sign, and e-fax your documents straight from your online dashboard. Specifically, Gusto files Form W-2, Form 1099, Form 940, Form 941, Form 8974, and many other state and local tax forms.

The security of your company’s most sensitive information is important to us. Our commitment is why more than 300,000 businesses trust Gusto to process tens of billions of dollars each year. Here are more details on we safeguard your data:

  • Every Gusto account is monitored for suspicious activity. Expect us to step in immediately if something doesn’t look right.
  • Our data storage facility is guarded and managed by an on-site security team.
  • We only work with vendors and integration partners who demonstrate stellar security procedures.
  • We use industry-standard encryption protocols from the moment you enter the data in your browser to the instant it makes its way into our servers. All data at rest is encrypted using AES-256, while all data in transit is encrypted using TLS 1.2.
  • We constantly test our software to prevent any problems from cropping up.
  • Every account is protected with multi-factor authentication (MFA) so only the right people have access.
  • All of our employees go through intensive security training.

At Gusto, our platform is in line with COBRA, HIPAA, and the ACA’s high standards for security, privacy, and compliance. Read more about our security practices.

Email our sales team at [email protected], call them at (855) 590-3993, or use our live chat function. We’re available Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT.

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