Detailed comparison across 10 dimensions
Gusto and Zenefits score closely across Staquest's six weighted dimensions, with no decisive overall winner. Neither lists a free tier. Paid plans start at $35/mo for Gusto and $10/mo for Zenefits.
| Overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | hybrid | saas tool |
| Company | Gusto, Inc. | TriNet Group, Inc. |
| Free Tier | ||
| Has API | ||
| Open Source | ||
| Learning Curve | - | - |
| Integration | - | - |
| Trending | Stable | Stable |
| GitHub Stars | - | - |
| Industries | DevelopmentMarketingHR & RecruitingFinTech | HR & RecruitingDevelopment |
| Categories | hr-toolsfinance-tools | hr-tools |
| Website | Visit | Visit |
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| Feature | gusto | zenefits |
|---|---|---|
| 1099 Filings | ||
| Analytics Dashboard | ||
| Automated Tax Calculations And Filings | ||
| Automated Onboarding | ||
| Compliance Alerts | ||
| Customizable Review Form Templates | ||
| Dedicated Customer Success Manager | ||
| Demographic Filtering | ||
| Direct Deposit | ||
| Employee Management | ||
| Employee Self-Service | ||
| Everything In Essentials | ||
| Everything In Plus | ||
| Everything In Growth | ||
| Everything In Simple | ||
| Full Suite Of Performance Review Tools | ||
| Hr Resource Center | ||
| Hr Library | ||
| Multi-State Payroll | ||
| Mobile App | ||
| Performance Reviews | ||
| One-On-One Meeting Tool | ||
| Priority Support | ||
| Real-Time Company Feed | ||
| Pto Management | ||
| Scheduling | ||
| Time Tracking | ||
| Task Manager | ||
| Unlimited Contractor Payments | ||
| Time Off Tracking |
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Dashes mean the feature isn't listed in our data. The tool may still support it.
Gusto's paid plans start at $35/mo and Zenefits's start at $10/mo, so Zenefits is the lower entry price. Check the pricing comparison for higher tiers and per-seat costs.
Zenefits scores higher on pricing value in Staquest's analysis. It is the highest-weighted dimension in this comparison.
