Gusto

This is a set-it-and-forget-it program that helps us run payroll affordably and accurately. Our company CPA has access and receives quarterly tax information, which helps us stay on track as a small LLC. I still need to figure out how to add benefits using the platform—it’s not super intuitive. When the IRS sends a cryptic note, I just forward it along, and a Gusto rep either explains what to do or takes care of it for me. That kind of support is amazing. Great!

• Saved ~10+ hours/month on payroll and tax coordination
• By automating payroll and giving our CPA direct access to quarterly reports, Gusto reduced the need for manual follow-ups and document sharing—saving me at least 10 hours per month as a founder.
• Reduced legal/accounting risk during launch
• Having a platform that handles state/federal tax filings and compliance helped us avoid potential fines or filing errors in our first year—critical peace of mind as we scaled.
• Enabled growth without hiring admin staff
• We’ve onboarded part-time employees and contractors without needing to hire a dedicated HR/payroll role. That’s thousands in annual savings while still operating professionally.

Hubstaff, Snagit, Discord

As a solo freelancer, I never thought I’d need a payroll service—but Gusto changed that. I run a one-person business and don’t offer benefits, so I assumed payroll software would be overkill or too expensive. I couldn’t have been more wrong.

Gusto makes it incredibly easy to pay myself as an S-Corp owner. Setting everything up—payroll, tax filings, and direct deposit—was straightforward and surprisingly fast. The interface is clean and intuitive, and I love how automated everything is. No more scrambling with quarterly tax payments or W-2s at the end of the year. Gusto handles it all behind the scenes, which gives me peace of mind and frees up my time to focus on actual client work.

Even though I don’t offer benefits, I still get access to all the core payroll features I need, and the pricing is fair for what you get. Plus, their customer service has been responsive and helpful any time I’ve had a question.

If you’re a solo freelancer running your business as an S-Corp and want a no-fuss, professional way to pay yourself and stay compliant, Gusto is 100% worth it. I wish I had signed up sooner.

• Gusto has simplified the payroll process. I'm glad I chose it over ADP.
• My accountant recommended Gusto and uses it seamlessly with QuickBooks to do my accounting.

ADP Workforce Now

QuickBooks Online

We utilize Gusto for payroll, onboarding, and offboarding of employees, PTO tracking, and HR functions. For a small business, it can’t be beat for costs, protecting both employee and employer. We love it and would never go back to in-house or local payroll services.

• Speed of task allows me to move on to other important tasks quickly.
• Mobility
• Trust is built with employees knowing that the system accurately reflects their hours and benefits.

QuickBooks Online Advanced, WooCommerce Subscriptions

I use Gusto in my small business for employee-managed time tracking, running payroll, and both onboarding and offboarding employees. I can do ALL those functions — and more — quickly and easily in their intuitive platform. If I ever need help, Gusto support is always responsive, helpful, and knowledgeable. The value for the price is also excellent.

• Time tracking + payroll calculations me 30-60 minutes every time I run payroll.
• Integrated workers' comp, so I didn't have to find an outside carrier and get quotes—it's all taken care of in the same platform.
• Improved employee experience with onboarding.

Quickbooks Online Payroll

Shopify, Klaviyo, Pinterest for Business, Meta Business Manager, Faire, Prediko

We use Gusto to run payroll, reports and onboard new hires. It addresses problems related to manual payroll processing, compliance, and efficiency in HR operations. My organization uses Gusto for all employees, both full-time and part-time, as well as contractors. Gusto automates payroll, reducing the time and effort required for manual calculations and tax filings.

• cost savings
• increased productivity

QuickBooks Desktop Pro