Switch to Gusto in less than seven days.

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).

Best Payroll Software 2025 - Ranked #1

#1 Most Innovative Company in HR 2025

Best HR and payroll software 2025

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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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1. Begin Gusto’s step-by-step onboarding process.

We’ll tell you what forms and information you need to complete each step.

2. Lean on our team for questions and support.

We’ll help you set up your benefits, payroll deductions, PTO policy, and integrations.

3. We’ll confirm when your setup is complete.

Woohoo! Now you can run your payroll in the next cycle and rely on Gusto for your HR needs.

Why switch to Gusto?

9 out of 10

customers would recommend Gusto.*

152 hours

average time customers saved per year on tax and compliance work after switching to Gusto.*

88%

agree Gusto helps them stay compliant with regulations.**

*Source: Survey of 538 Gusto Customers, September 2024, **Survey of 838 Gusto Customers, September 2024

“I have used Paycor, Workday, ADP in the past and Gusto is the simplest of these. Everything is integrated pretty seamlessly.”

Rebecca Garber

Human Resources Director, Equilibria

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.

  • Accounting
  • Time tracking
  • Point of sale
  • Business operations
  • Tax preparation
  • Learning & development
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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?

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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 $55/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.

Compare payroll providers

Gusto
Payroll
Unlimited payrolls
Pay per payroll
Automated federal and state tax filing
2-day and 4-day pay
Next-day pay
(Plus and Premium, Simple add-on)
Same-day pay
Extra fees
Extra fees
Instant pay
Extra fees
File W-2s
Extra fees
File 1099s
Extra fees
Multiple pay rates and schedules
Multiple states
(Plus and Premium)
Extra fees
Contractor payments
E-sign I-9 and W-4
Lifetime access for employees
Household employer payroll
Global contractor payment
add-on
Extra fees
Employer of record (international employees)
add-on
Extra fees
Health benefits
Pay premiums only
Premiums + fees
Workers’ comp
Pay premiums only
Premiums + fees
ACA and COBRA compliance
Extra fees
Available add-ons
  • Broker integration
  • 401(k) retirement
  • Commuter benefits
  • Life and disability
  • HSA and FSA
  • Broker integration
  • 401(k) retirement
  • Commuter benefits
  • Life and disability
  • HSA and FSA
  • HRA
Time tracking
(Plus and Premium, Time & attendance add-on)
Extra fees
Scheduling
(Plus and Premium, Time & attendance add-on)
Extra fees
Time Kiosk
(Plus and Premium, Time & attendance add-on)
Extra fees
Geo-fenced clock-in
(Plus and Premium, Time & attendance add-on)
Extra fees
Custom time-off requests
(Plus and Premium, Time & attendance add-on)
Extra fees
Time-off requests (basic)
Extra fees
Team directory and org chart
(Plus and Premium)
Extra fees
Applicant Tracking System
(Plus and Premium)
(HR Pro)
Online offer letters
(Package info unavailable)
Custom Onboarding Checklist
(Plus and Premium)
Performance Management
(Plus and Premium, Simple add-on)
Secure document vault and e-signing
(Run Complete & HR Pro)
Custom employee handbook
(Premium and HR add-on)
(Run Complete & HR Pro)
Job description and policy templates
(Premium and HR add-on)
(Run Complete & HR Pro)
Proactive compliance updates
(Premium and HR add-on)
(Run Complete & HR Pro)
Certified HR pros
(Premium and HR add-on)
(Run Complete & HR Pro)
Direct phone line for dedicated support
(Premium and HR add-on)
(Run Complete & HR Pro)
Software Provisioning
(Plus and Premium)
Learning Management System
(HR Pro)
Poster Compliance Service
(Enhanced, Complete, and HR Pro)
QuickBooks
Xero
Google (G-suite) SSO
Monthly feeStarting at $49/mo + $6/mo per personNo upfront pricing
Setup feeFree
Extra fees

*Competitive data on this page was collected as of July 2025 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.

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