Gusto

United States HQFounded 2011

Deployment

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Overview

About Gusto

Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams. On top of full-service payroll, Gusto offers health insurance, 401(k)s, expert HR, and team management tools. Gusto’s mission is to create a world where work empowers a better life. By making complicated, impersonal business tasks simple and personal, Gusto is reimagining HR management, payroll system, and benefits for over 60,000 companies nationwide. Gusto is a modern, online people platform that helps small businesses take care of their teams.

Our products and services help you onboard, pay, insure, and engage your team in one integrated, easy-to-use platform loved by over 100,000 modern employers. Gusto makes taking care of your team a joyful experience while helping you manage your bottom line and stay compliant. You'll feel like a pro no matter how complicated the situation. To create a workplace where everyone thrives, work with Gusto.

At a glance

Software information

Industries served, licensing and the support Gusto provides.

Industries

  • Accounting

Licensing

  • Proprietary
  • Monthly Payment
  • Annual Subscription
  • Free trial

Support

  • Email
  • Phone
  • 24x7 Support

Training

  • In-person

Knowledge Base

  • Help Guides
  • Video
  • Blog
Languages (1)
English

Review analytics

What customers report

4.5
Based on 13 verified reviews

What users say

Review Analytics of Gusto

Every review is verified through Goodfirms before it's published.

4.413 Verified Reviews
Ease of use (7 reviews)4.0
Features & functionality (7 reviews)4.5
Customer support (7 reviews)4.5
Value for money (7 reviews)4.2
Integrations (7 reviews)4.0
Review Summary
Summarized from 13 verified reviews · Updated September 2026
Gusto is widely praised for its ease of use and comprehensive HR capabilities, including payroll, time tracking, benefits management, and compliance tools. The platform offers a self-service portal and is considered accessible even for users with minimal HR experience. While users generally appreciate its features and support from HR specialists, some note it carries a higher price point compared to alternatives, and certain limitations exist depending on the plan level, such as restricted time tracking on lower tiers.
✦ AI-generated summary. May not reflect every review.
Detailed Reviews of Gusto
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What reviewers mention most

Samuel Corso, Co-Founder and CEO at TechSuiteVerified Review
Posted on Oct 25, 2019

“Very good”

Overall rating5.0

Pros: My employees love it because it is easy to use

Cons: None really

Amit Agrawal , Chief Operating Officer at Cyber Infrastructure (CMMI Level 3 Certified)Verified Review
Posted on Dec 28, 2018

“Great HR Software”

Overall rating4.0

Pros: Industry standard and it is extendable by connecting with our business applications.

Cons: We seem that it is costly for a few companies.

Christopher Irish, Developer, Co-founder at Velocity LabsVerified Review
Posted on Dec 27, 2018

“Would recommend”

Overall rating5.0

Pros: Easy for our CPA to use

Cons: None

Capabilities

Gusto features

The full feature set, grouped by module.

HR Software

  • Accounting
  • Applicant Tracking
  • Banking and Tax Details
  • Benefits Management
  • Compliance Management
  • Feedback
  • Job Board Posting
  • Onboarding
  • Payroll Management
  • Performance Management
  • Recruiting Management
  • Reporting & Analytics
  • Social Recruiting
  • Talent Management
  • Time Management
  • User Support

Payroll Software

  • Automatic Calculations
  • Direct Deposit
  • Employee Database
  • Pay Slip Generation
  • Reporting & Analytics
  • Tax Management
  • Time Tracking
  • Vacation/Leave Tracking

Onboarding Software

  • Course Management
  • Document Management
  • Hire Portal
  • Job Description Management
  • Orientation Management
  • Task Management

Plans

Gusto pricing

Price Type
Month
Free Version
No
Payment Frequency
Monthly Payment, Annual Subscription
Preferred Currency
USD ($)
Free Trial
30 Days
Standard$45 / month

Media

Screenshots & video

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