Compare Patriot Payroll and Gusto

Patriot Payroll is a U.S-based payroll solution ideal for small to mid-sized businesses (1-500 employees). Priced competitively at $17/month (Basic) or $37/month (Full Service) plus $4 per employee, it offers features like tax filing, direct deposits, time-off accrual, comprehensive reports, and integrations (HR, accounting). Its simple interface and outstanding customer support make it great for accountants or small business owners. Compared to Gusto or QuickBooks, Patriot is more affordable but lacks advanced HR tools. Its exceptional customer support and cost-effectiveness appeal strongly to small businesses.

Gusto is a comprehensive payroll and HR solution ideal for small businesses (designers, developers, marketers, etc.), offering payroll processing, benefits management, compliance, and integration with popular tools. Starting at $46/month, it ensures tax calculations and filings, PTO tracking, and seamless employee onboarding. Compared to alternatives like Rippling or Justworks, Gusto excels in ease of use but may lack advanced customization or time-tracking in basic plans. Its customer support is reliable, although slower responses have been noted. Gusto is cost-effective for SMBs but less suited for larger enterprises.