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Gusto Reviews & Product Details

Gusto Overview
What is Gusto?

One of the most preferred payroll platforms on the web today, Gusto is a great tool for all-around HR management that can handle everything from automatic year-end tax form filing to new-hire form filing, and managing employee benefits. It easily integrates with numerous accounting and business tools, as well as collaboration platforms such as Asana and Autobooks. The platform is well known for its exceptional customer support and delivers great insights and reporting.

Company Gusto
Year founded 2011
Company size 501-1000 employees
Headquarters San Francisco, California, United States
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Small Business
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Deployment Cloud / SaaS / Web-Based, Mobile Android, Mobile iPhone
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Languages English
Gusto Features
Automated Payroll Processing
Automatic Updates
Benefits Management
Compliance management
Customizable Pay Stubs
Data Security
Deduction Management
Direct Deposit
Employee Database
Employee Self-Service Portal
Expense Management
Garnishment Management
Integration with Accounting Software
International Payroll
Labor Cost Reporting
Mobile Access
Multi-State Payroll
Multiple Pay Rates
Off-Cycle Payroll
Onboarding
Overtime Calculation
PTO and Leave Tracking
Payroll Deductions
Payroll Reporting
Salary Planning
Tax Filing
Third-party Integrations
Time and Attendance Tracking
Wage Garnishment
Year-End Tax Forms
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Last updated: November 28, 2025
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1,876 Gusto Reviews
4.6 out of 5
Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 15, 2023
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
CH
Catlyn H.
Founder
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"Powerful & Friendly"
What do you like best about Gusto?

Gusto gives me all of the information I need about my compensation in a friendly and easy to use format. I love the warmth of the design and messages I get from Gusto - it reinforces that my employer actually cares about me. Gusto makes it easy to not only see compensation information but also to download documents when needed. The interface is very straightforward - no complicated or confusing menus!

What do you dislike about Gusto?

I have absolutely no complaints about Gusto whatsoever, I love it!

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Gusto provides all of the information I need, instead of burying it in complicated menus with cryptic names. It's simple, straightforward and user-friendly!

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
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Laura P.
Founder
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"Our GOTO Payroll Provider"
What do you like best about Gusto?

We love how easy it is to run payroll! There are a lot of different options and capabilities so that you have flexibility with how you pay your owners and employees. Implementation is easier than any other site, and it plays so nicely with all of our online accounting systems. Customer support is responsive and easy to access through the software. I have one partner dashboard that allows me to see all my clients and easily manage my team.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

I wish the vacation policies were a little more robust. There are a few processes that are only completed at year end, and 1) it's hard to remember how I did them last year and 2) know if the system has changed how to do them since last year. Wish there were some webinars and/or training specifically related to these items so that we can be well prepared this time of the year! Sometimes I get conflicting advice or guidance when contacting support, so I'm never sure if that's the "final answer".

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

It takes a very complex task and makes it as easy as possible. It files our returns without us having to think about them or worse, login to state sites! Offers benefits throughout the country, which is especially needed for 100% remote teams.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Sandra M.
Founder
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"Gusto, does it all!"
What do you like best about Gusto?

Gusto takes care of our payroll taxes which is a huge plus for me. The support staff is knowledgeable and response time is great.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

We have been using Gusto for 5 years and so far we have not seen any downsides to the service.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Tax matters for payroll and onboarding new hires. Since each state is different Gusto navigates this and takes it off of my plate.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Convenient HR software"
What do you like best about Gusto?

Convenient HR services integrated into one platform. Helpful customer service with prompt responses.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

Frequent reminder emails about things that aren't relevant to my business.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Payroll, figuring out tax deferrals, integrating retirement and health benefits

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Turns "Pay the tax" into "Just relax"
What do you like best about Gusto?

the ease of making my returns done on time and the fabulous support staff for any questions I have or help I may need.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

Sometimes there is a wait on the phone to get a live support staff person to assist.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

making sure payroll taxes are filed and paid on time.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
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Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Trouble-free time-saving tool with a friendly interface"
What do you like best about Gusto?

I've used Gusto for 3.5 years. I'm a small business owner with no training or experience in running a business and frankly very little interest in the administrative side of things. With Gusto linked to my bookkeeping program I can run payroll in a matter of minutes. Virtually everything is taken care of, from taxes to worker's comp insurance (through a separate vendor). It handles holidays, vacation time, bonuses, and many other things that I don't use because I'm small potatoes. I've dabbled in exporting some data as well, which seemed useful. Of all the services I currently use, Gusto has been the most reliable and helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to a friend.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

Very few complaints at all. I run a seasonal business and had an issue where the program flagged me for running $0 payrolls. (I kept running the payrolls because I felt it was necessary for records and for my worker's comp. insurance.) But then when I stopped running payrolls altogether, Gusto told me my account may be closed. I talked to customer service and we worked out a solution that involved suspending my acccount during the winter months, but it was a bit shaky/confusing getting to that point and I'm hoping that it works properly and nothing gets screwed up. Other than that, the service has been great.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Simplifies payroll by syncing with my bookkeping program and importing employee hours. Simplifies taxes by automatically deducting. Allows employees to access W2 information etc. Works with worker's compensation insurers to offer that service, automatically deducted.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
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Heather M.
Founder
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"I Love Gusto! User friendly and simple."
What do you like best about Gusto?

The ease of the website and having all income, time off and W2 information in the same place.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

I don't have any complaints about Gusto.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Consistent pay on the same day at the same time, easily accesible paystubs and income information; easy to requst time off.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
 Source
Overall Rating:
5.0
AG
Verified Reviewer
Founder
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"Easy to use, great interface"
What do you like best about Gusto?

Gusto makes it easy for me as an employee to make updates to my account. I can easily see where to go and how to update. Not to mention they remind me every year what I need to update! You can grab your records easily. I barely scratch the surface of all the features available, but appreciate the ease of use.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

None! I've never run into any problems with the system.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Gusto is our system for payroll and payroll reporting.

Small Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Yanka C.
Founder
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"Gusto is a great payroll service for US businesses"
What do you like best about Gusto?

I love how it integrates with QBO and has the option to sign up for many of my businesses tax/payroll IDs directly through their website.

What do you dislike about Gusto?

So far, I haven't found any. The Customer Service chat is great whenever I've had a problem.

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Gusto offers great, easy payroll service allowing me to handle vacation pay, bonuses, commission, and expense reimbursement.

Mid Market (51-1000 emp.)
Dec 14, 2023
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Overall Rating:
5.0
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Dane B.
Account Representative
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"Gusto is awesome!"
What do you like best about Gusto?

Gusto makes it very easy to to check your time off/request time off see how much sick time you have/ check your gross earnings print out paystubs and that's just a few things you can look up on the app. I definitely recommend the gusto app!!

What do you dislike about Gusto?

Can't say I have a complaint with the app. It's awesome!!

What problems is Gusto solving and how is that benefiting you?

Have not had any issues with Gusto.