Compare Gusto vs QuickBooks Payroll vs Microkeeper vs BambooHR

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	Gusto (857) Get Quote Get Quote	QuickBooks Payroll (52) Get Quote Get Quote	Microkeeper (90) Get Quote Get Quote

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Description	Gusto is a comprehensive HR platform designed to help businesses of all sizes thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling rapidly, Gusto provides the tools and guidance you need to ... Read More	QuickBooks Payroll makes it easy to stay on top of your HR needs. It’s payroll software that gives you the power to handle all the payroll processing you need, from modeling an employee’s ... Read More	Microkeeper is a user-friendly payroll software that connects you with the world of business payroll processing: delivering quick online setup, automated time keeping and more. Payroll ... Read More
Entry Level Pricing	Starts from $40 , monthly	Starts from $49	Starts from $2.25
Free Trial Availability	Get Free Trial	Get Free Trial	Get Free Trial
Spotsaas Score	9.7/10	9.2/10	8.7/10
User Ratings	3.7 (6096)	4 (3718)	4.5 (106)
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Total Features	54 Features	12 Features	9 Features
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Starting From	$40 , monthly	$49	$2.25
Pricing Plans	Simple $40 /user/month Get Started Full-service single-state payroll including W-2s and 1099s Basic support Employee profiles and self-service Show more + Plus $60 /user/month Get Started Everything in the Simple plan, plus Full-service multi-state payroll including W-2s and 1099s Advanced hiring and onboarding tools Show more + Premium $135 /user/month Get Started Dedicated Customer Success Manager HR resource center Compliance alerts Show more +	Not Available	Not Available
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Organization Types supported	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business Individuals	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business Individuals	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business Individuals
Platforms Supported	Browser Based (Cloud) Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows Installed - Mac Browser Based (Cloud)	Browser Based (Cloud) Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows Installed - Mac Browser Based (Cloud)	Browser Based (Cloud) Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows Installed - Mac Browser Based (Cloud)
Modes of support	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online
API Support	Available	Not Available	Available
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User Reviews

User Ratings	3.7 (based on 6096 reviews)	4 (based on 3718 reviews)	4.5 (based on 106 reviews)
Rating Distribution	Excellent 677 Very Good 36 Good 12 Poor 15 Terible 117	Excellent 30 Very Good 14 Good 6 Poor 0 Terible 2	Excellent 66 Very Good 22 Good 1 Poor 0 Terible 1
Expert's Review generated by AI	Gusto has earned widespread praise as an intuitive, reliable, and user-friendly payroll and HR management platform. Its seamless setup process, affordability, and robust features, such as payroll ...Read more	QuickBooks Payroll shines as a versatile and user-friendly solution for businesses seeking efficiency in managing payroll. It offers standout features such as automated tax calculations, employee ...Read more	Microkeeper is a robust and user-friendly payroll and HR management platform that has garnered praise for its all-in-one approach. Its intuitive interface simplifies tasks like rostering, ...Read more
Pros and Cons	Simplifies payroll processing and tax compliance, making it user-friendly even for non-experts. Offers robust integrations with platforms like QuickBooks Online and other accounting systems. Excellent customer support that is responsive, timely, and efficient in resolving issues. Comprehensive features for businesses, including onboarding, benefits management, retirement plans, and compliance support. Occasional reports of errors in support communication or inconsistencies in handling complex account issues. Some users find the transition from alternative payroll providers to Gusto challenging without adequate guidance.	Simplifies payroll management with automation for tax filing, paycheck generation, and real-time notifications, reducing errors and manual effort. Intuitive and user-friendly interface, suitable for both experienced users and beginners, with step-by-step tutorials for easy setup. Offers robust integration with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks), providing seamless financial reporting and analytics. Highly accessible, allowing payroll processing and data viewing from anywhere, even outside the office. Steeper pricing compared to alternative payroll systems, especially for smaller businesses or limited payroll needs. Complexity in resolving reporting errors or adjusting liabilities, often requiring external support or advanced accounting knowledge.	Simplifies payroll, rosters, timesheets, and HR tasks by consolidating everything into one platform. Intuitive, user-friendly design that does not require extensive training or technical expertise. Saves significant time by automating repetitive administrative tasks, particularly payroll processing. Offers features like clocking in/out, leave management, employee communication, and payslip access, making it versatile for both employers and employees. Occasional app or feature downtime causes minor disruptions. Updates to superannuation or payslip summaries sometimes lack employee visibility or clarity.
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Customers	Handlebar Cyclery Dwg American Canning	No Customers information available.	Red Rooster Quality Hotel TELSTRA

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Alternatives

Alternatives	BambooHR 4.2 Paychex Flex 3.7 Rippling 4.9	BambooHR 4.2 Paychex Flex 3.7 Rippling 4.9	BambooHR 4.2 Paychex Flex 3.7 Rippling 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Yes, both Gusto and QuickBooks Payroll offer a Free Trial.

Gusto is designed for Freelancers, Medium Business and Small Business.

QuickBooks Payroll is designed for and Small Business.

Pricing for Gusto Starts at $40/user/month when monthly whereas for QuickBooks Payroll Starts at $49/Month.

Some top alternatives to Gusto includes BambooHR, Paychex Flex, Rippling, Freshbooks, ADP Workforce Now, Justworks, Zenefits, Paycom, OnPay, RUN Powered by ADP, QuickBooks Payroll, Deel, Remote.com, Papaya Global, Multiplier, ADP Payroll Services, Remofirst, Paycor, NETCHEX and Elite HRMS.

Some top alternatives to QuickBooks Payroll includes BambooHR, Paychex Flex, Rippling, Quickbooks, Freshbooks, QuickFile, SurePayroll, Square Payroll, Wagepoint, Paycom, RUN Powered by ADP, Wave, WavePayroll, Papaya Global, Multiplier, Paycor and Quikchex.

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