The short answer
Gusto publishes its plans, starting with Simple at $49 a month plus $6 per person, on monthly terms. Netchex quotes every package per employee a month on a 12-month standard contract. Gusto targets small businesses; Netchex serves small businesses up to large corporations with an assigned implementation lead.
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Netchex wins 0Gusto wins 31 tie
| Dimension | Netchex | Gusto |
|---|---|---|
| PricingGusto lists Simple at $49 a month plus $6 per person. Netchex quotes every package per employee a month. $49/mo | Quote only | $49/mo + $6/employee/mo |
| CapabilitiesBoth cover payroll, benefits, time and hiring. Gusto adds contractor payments and money management. Payroll, Benefits, Time and attendance, Hiring and onboarding, HR, Compliance, Contractor payments, Money management | 10 of 12 core capabilities | 11 of 12 core capabilities |
| IntegrationsGusto counts 153 native integrations, including QuickBooks, Xero and Slack. Netchex documents its own connections, from QuickBooks Online to dealer systems. 153 | 17 documented | 153 native |
| Fit and supportNetchex lists small and medium-sized businesses up to large corporations. Gusto targets small businesses. Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses |
| Attribute | Netchex | Gusto |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Quote only | Base fee + per employee |
| Price transparency | Quote only | Published |
| Contract term | Annual | Monthly |
| Best for | Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises | Small businesses |
| Support channels | Phone, chat, help center, in-app guidance, video tutorials, support tickets | Phone, email, chat, online help center, dedicated account partner (Premium) |
| Founded | 2003 | 2012 |
| Headquarters | Covington, Louisiana | San Francisco, California, US |
| Ownership | Private equity-backed | Private |
| Attribute | Netchex | Gusto |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Mobile apps | iOS (Gusto Mobile), Android (Gusto Mobile) | |
| Open API | ||
| Webhooks | ||
| Automatic tax filing |
Pricing. Gusto lists Simple at $49 a month plus $6 per person. Netchex quotes every package per employee a month.
Capabilities. Both cover payroll, benefits, time and hiring. Gusto adds contractor payments and money management.
Integrations. Gusto counts 153 native integrations, including QuickBooks, Xero and Slack. Netchex documents its own connections, from QuickBooks Online to dealer systems.
Fit and support. Netchex lists small and medium-sized businesses up to large corporations. Gusto targets small businesses.
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Gusto publishes Simple at $49 a month plus $6 per person. Netchex quotes per employee a month with a minimum fee, so compare a Netchex quote with Gusto’s list price at your headcount.
Gusto is built for small businesses with self-serve setup and monthly terms. Netchex also serves small businesses, with a 12-month standard contract and an assigned implementation lead.
Netchex’s standard contract runs 12 months. Gusto bills month to month.
Netchex works with banks, schools, manufacturers, nonprofits, restaurants, clinics, hotels, retailers and distributors, from small firms to large corporations. Gusto is built for small businesses.
Yes. Netchex includes APIs and webhooks with every purchase. Gusto offers a REST API with webhooks.
Yes. Netchex’s packages include unlimited payroll runs and pay cards. Gusto includes unlimited payrolls on every plan.
Besides Gusto, US buyers most often compare Netchex with ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Paylocity, Paycom, QuickBooks Payroll and UKG Pro, and each of those pairs has its own comparison on this site.
Only Gusto states HIPAA (BAA).
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