Gusto Pricing (2026)
Payroll, benefits, and HR for small businesses.
✗ No free plan paid
From $40/mo
Gusto plans
Simple
mo + $6/person
$40
- ✓ Full-service payroll
- ✓ Employee self-service
- ✓ Basic HR tools
- ✓ Health benefits
Most popular
Plus
mo + $12/person
$80
- ✓ Everything in Simple
- ✓ Next-day direct deposit
- ✓ Time tracking
- ✓ PTO management
Premium
contact
Free
- ✓ Everything in Plus
- ✓ HR advisory services
- ✓ Compliance alerts
- ✓ Dedicated support
Is Gusto worth the price?
Pros
- ✓Easiest payroll for small businesses
- ✓Full-service tax filing
- ✓Great employee experience
- ✓Good benefits marketplace
Cons
- ✗US only
- ✗More expensive than DIY options
- ✗Limited international support
Gusto user ratings
4.5/5
G2 score
4.6/5
Capterra score
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