Pros
- Easy payroll experience
- Full-service tax filing
- Unlimited payroll runs
- Strong employee self-service
- Benefits and HR tools available
Cons
- Multistate teams may need a higher tier
- Priority support and some HR resources can add cost
- Certain benefits and tools may carry separate charges
Best for
Startups, agencies, professional services, shops, and growing companies that want payroll and people operations in one friendly system.
Gusto is a strong default payroll choice because it balances friendly software, transparent pricing, full-service tax filing, employee self-service, benefits, hiring, and practical HR tools.
Every payroll plan includes unlimited payroll runs, and Gusto handles federal, state, and local payroll tax filings and payments plus common year-end forms. The employee experience is polished and approachable for first-time employers.