Switch to Gusto in less than seven days.
While other providers charge extra for setting up, filing W-2’s, and off-cycle payroll runs, it’s all included with Gusto. Switch to see why we’re voted #1 (over and over again).
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All-in-one solution
Automatically sync payroll, benefits, hiring, and more.
The best thing you can do for your business is make smart decisions that support your team and bottom line.
With Gusto, you get an expansive HR platform and all-in-one solution for payroll, employee benefits, hiring, onboarding, provisioning, accounting, tax filings, and more. Lots more.
Other providers charge extra fees for setting up, filing W-2's, off-cycle payroll runs, and more. With Gusto, it's included.
Here’s how it works.
We’ll make sure you’re all set up and ready to go by your next payroll cycle.
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We’ll tell you what forms and information you need to complete each step.
We’ll help you set up your benefits, payroll deductions, PTO policy, and integrations.
Woohoo! Now you can run your payroll in the next cycle and rely on Gusto for your HR needs.
1Numbers reflect reported averages based on 2023 TechValidate surveys of 700+ Gusto customers
2Numbers reflect reported averages based on 2024 TechValidate surveys of 530+ Gusto customers
I have used Paycor, Workday, ADP in the past and Gusto is the simplest of these. Everything is integrated pretty seamlessly.
Gusto is much easier to use than our previous provider ADP, we save a lot of time and headaches with Gusto.
Integrations
Yep, we integrate with that.
With Gusto, you can automatically sync payroll data with your favorite tools, saving you time and money. That means no more manual entry, fewer accounting mistakes, and airtight business operations.
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The Premium plan
Find the right plan for your growing business.
Our Premium plan was built exclusively for growing businesses of 25 employees or more. You’ll get white-glove data transfers, a dedicated customer success manager, access to HR experts, and exclusive pricing.
Want to explore your options?
Get your own customer success manager for answers and advice.
Any questions? Ask away.
Traditionally, the end of the year is a great time to switch providers so you don’t have to worry about transferring old payroll data.
The reality is, we help businesses switch to Gusto all the time, no matter the season. Our friendly support team will make sure you have the forms you need to be up and running in no time.
Plus, we know exactly what to debit for so your payroll tax information will be current and accurate.
Gusto-brokered benefits administration is included for no additional cost with our Simple, Plus, and Premium plans, but deciding which benefits you want to add is completely up to you.
Keep in mind, while managing your benefits on Gusto is free, offerings like traditional health insurance or 401(k)s will require monthly fees or premiums.
Already have benefits managed elsewhere? We’ll help you set up payroll deductions so you don’t have to do it manually.
We offer three different pricing plans so you can find the right fit for your business and your budget. Prices start at just $46/month depending on how many employees you have.
The best part? We’re always transparent about pricing. We never charge extra fees for setup, off-cycle payroll runs, filing W-2’s, and more.
Head over to our pricing page to learn more.
Feel free to use the chat box in the bottom right corner of your screen. We also have a Help Center with answers, resources, and ways to get in touch with our team directly.
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| Gusto | ||
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| Pricing | ||
| Monthly fee | Starting at $40/mo + $6/mo per person | No upfront pricing No upfront pricing Starting at $45/mo + $5/mo per user Starting at $29/mo + $5/mo per user Starting at $49/mo per employee (for businesses with <25 employees) No upfront monthly pricing Starting at $40/mo + $6/mo per person No upfront monthly pricing $6/PEPM for active employee or contractor No upfront monthly pricing No upfront monthly pricing, $6 per employee per month $4/PEPM for DIY, $5/PEPM for Full Service $6/PEPM for Payroll Starting at $17/mo + $4/mo per No upfront pricing |
| Setup fee | Free |  Extra fees Extra fees Free Free Free Free for simple migration free setup & migration Free for simple migration Extra fees 10-20% of annual setup fee Extra fees Free User reported: $500 for 15 employees and $1,200 for 40 employees |
| Payroll | ||
| Unlimited payrolls |  | Pay per payroll Pay per payroll Extra fees Unknown Unknown |
| Automated federal and state tax filing | | Extra fees only in AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, MN, NY, NC, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WI.  (Full Service Plan) |
| Direct deposit | | 4-day ACH OnPay offers a maximum of 4-day turnaround for direct deposit payments Extra fees |
| File W-2s | | Extra fees Extra fees Extra fees $7 per employee (Full Service Plan) (Full Service Plan) |
| File 1099s | | Extra fees Extra fees Extra fees (Full Service Plan) (Full Service Plan) |
| Multiple pay rates and schedules | | Extra fees |
| Multiple states | (Plus and Premium) | Extra fees Extra fees Extra fees (free with Elite) Extra fees $9.99 pm (Full Service Plan, $12 extra per month per state) |
| Contractor payments | | Extra fees $6/PEPM for active employee or contractor price unknown Extra fees |
| E-sign I-9 and W-4 | | Extra fees (Premium and Elite) Extra fees |
| Lifetime access for employees | | |
| Household employer payroll | | |
| International payroll | (International contractor add-on) | Extra fees Extra fees Extra fees price unknown Only onboard, not pay (Global HCM) |
| Benefits | ||
| Health benefits | Pay premiums only | Premiums + fees Pay premiums only Through SimplyInsured Pay premiums only Pay premiums only (Plus) Premiums + fees Pay premiums only Premiums + fees Premiums + fees unclear if free or premiums + fees |
| Workers’ comp | Pay premiums only | Premiums + fees Premiums + fees Premiums + fees (fees waived for Premium and Elite) Pay premiums only Pay premiums only Premiums + fees Pay premiums only Premiums + fees Premiums + fees Premiums + fees |
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| HR tools | ||
| Time tracking | (Plus and Premium) | Extra fees (Paychex Flex) (Premium and Elite) Extra fees Via integration only Extra fees Workforce management software (Time & Attendance add-on) |
| Team directory and org chart | (Plus and Premium) | Extra fees Extra fees Employee Experience Platform |
| Time-off requests | (Plus and Premium) | Extra fees (Time & Attendance subscribers) Extra fees Workforce management software (Time & Attendance add-on) |
| Online offer letters | | Extra fees Extra fees (Advantage plan only) Talent Management System |
| Secure document vault and e-signing | | (Run Complete & HR) Extra fees (Advantage plan only) Human Resources Software |
| Custom employee handbook | (Premium and HR add-on) | (Run Complete & HR) (Paychex Flex) (Elite) Extra fees Human Resources Software |
| Job description and policy templates | (Premium and HR add-on) | (Run Complete & HR) (Premium and Elite) Extra fees (Advantage plan only) Talent Management System |
| Proactive compliance updates | (Premium and HR add-on) | (Run Complete & HR) (Premium and Elite) Extra fees Human Resources Software |
| Certified HR pros | (Premium and HR add-on) | (Run Complete & HR) (Paychex Flex) (Elite) Extra fees Human Resources Software |
| Direct phone line for dedicated support | (Premium and HR add-on) | (Run Complete & HR) (Elite) No phones (Advantage plan only) |
| Custom Onboarding Checklist | (Plus and Premium) | (Advantage plan only) Talent Management System |
| Software Provisioning | (Plus and Premium) | Extra fees Partner apps only |
| Integrations | ||
| QuickBooks | | |
| Xero | | |
| Google (G-suite) SSO | | Extra fees |
The people platform
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team, all in one place.
Behind every successful business is a thriving team. Hire, pay, insure, and
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