Gusto

Gusto

Gusto is an all-in-one HR, payroll, and benefits platform designed for small to medium-sized businesses. It streamlines employee onboarding, automated payroll processing, benefits administration, and compliance management in one intuitive system.

Starting from $40/mo

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Features

Automated payroll processing with tax filing
Employee benefits administration (health insurance, 401k)
Time tracking and PTO management
New hire onboarding and offer letters
HR compliance and reporting tools
Employee self-service portal

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Intuitive and user-friendly interface that's easy to navigate
  • +Comprehensive payroll tax filing and compliance support
  • +Excellent customer support with dedicated assistance
  • +Seamless integration of payroll, benefits, and HR functions

Cons

  • -Higher pricing compared to basic payroll-only solutions
  • -Limited customization options for larger enterprises
  • -Some advanced features require higher-tier plans

Pricing

PlanPriceFeatures
Simple$40/mo + $6/personFull-service payroll, Employee self-onboarding, Health insurance administration, Expert HR support
Plus$80/mo + $12/personEverything in Simple, Time tracking tools, PTO management, Hiring and onboarding tools, Team management tools
PremiumCustom pricingEverything in Plus, Dedicated support team, HR resource center, Compliance alerts, Custom reporting

Quick Info

Starting Price
$40/mo
Features
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