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Patriot Payroll

Best Patriot Payroll Alternatives

10 products that do the same job as Patriot Payroll, with similarity scores and published prices.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 33 sources, most recently checked

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Patriot Payroll alternatives, closest first

  1. Square PayrollSimilarity 83
  2. SurePayrollSimilarity 83
  3. GustoSimilarity 75

Alternatives by reason for switching

  • Built for larger companies

    Paycor

    Serves enterprise companies; Patriot Payroll does not list enterprise among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises1

  • Built for mid-sized companies

    QuickBooks Payroll

    Serves mid-sized companies; Patriot Payroll does not list them among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies2

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Patriot Payroll alternatives, closest first

Products built for the same job come first, then products that also cover it, each group by similarity: the share of categories (50%), company sizes served (30%) and pricing model (20%) a product shares with Patriot Payroll.

  1. Square Payroll

    vs Patriot Payroll: From $185 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 7.7 vs 8.7.

    Similarity83 of 100

    From $35/mo + $6/employee/mo3

  2. SurePayroll

    vs Patriot Payroll: From $204 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 4.9 vs 8.7.

    Similarity83 of 100

    From $29/mo + $7/employee/mo (Full Service plan)4

  3. Gusto

    vs Patriot Payroll: From $199 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 8.1 vs 8.7.

    Similarity75 of 100

    From $49/mo + $6/employee/mo5

  4. Wave Payroll

    vs Patriot Payroll: From $190 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Not scored yet in Payroll Software; Patriot Payroll scores 8.7.

    Similarity75 of 100

    From $40/mo + $6/employee/mo6

  5. Paychex Flex

    vs Patriot Payroll: Paychex Flex: from $39/mo + $5/employee; Patriot Payroll: from $17/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 7.2 vs 8.7.

    Similarity68 of 100

    From $39/mo + $5/employee/mo (up to 19 employees)7

  6. QuickBooks Payroll

    vs Patriot Payroll: From $225 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 8.5 vs 8.7.

    Similarity68 of 100

    From $50/mo + $7/employee/mo8

  7. ADP RUN Powered by ADP

    vs Patriot Payroll: ADP RUN Powered by ADP: quote-only; Patriot Payroll: from $17/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 5.1 vs 8.7.

    Similarity63 of 100
  8. OnPay

    vs Patriot Payroll: From $199 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 7.6 vs 8.7.

    Similarity60 of 100

    From $49/mo + $6/employee/mo (Payroll Essentials plan)9

  9. Paycor

    vs Patriot Payroll: Paycor: quote-only; Patriot Payroll: from $17/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 6.3 vs 8.7.

    Similarity24 of 100
  10. Netchex

    vs Patriot Payroll: Netchex: quote-only; Patriot Payroll: from $17/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 4.8 vs 8.7.

    Similarity22 of 100

Why buyers look beyond Patriot Payroll

  1. Basic does not file taxes

    On Basic Payroll you calculate taxes in Patriot but file and deposit them yourself; tax filing needs Full Service.

  2. Extra states and add-ons cost more

    Full Service charges $12 a month for each additional state, and Time & Attendance and HR Software cost $6 a month plus $2 per employee each.

  3. Four-day direct deposit by default

    Standard direct deposit takes four days; two-day deposit is for qualifying customers.

  4. No native app

    Patriot runs in the mobile browser; there is no app to install.

  5. Benefits through partners

    401(k), health coverage and workers' comp come through partners such as Vestwell and ERGO NEXT rather than Patriot itself.

Patriot Payroll vs its closest alternatives

Payroll Software comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified features
ProductScoreStarting price per employeeStarting base feePricing modelFree trialAPIMobile apps
Patriot Payroll108.7$4/employee/mo$17/moBase fee + per employeeYesNot verifiedMobile web (no app to install)
Square Payroll37.7$6/employee/mo$35/moBase fee + per employeeNot verifiedNot verifiedSquare Team App
SurePayroll4,114.9$7/employee/mo$29/moBase fee + per employeeNoNot verifiedYes
Gusto5,12,138.1$6/employee/mo$49/moBase fee + per employeeNoYesiOS (Gusto Mobile), Android (Gusto Mobile)
Wave Payroll6,14Not scored$6/employee/mo$40/moBase fee + per employeeYesNot verifiedWeb browser only (payroll is not in the Wave mobile app)
Paychex Flex7,15,167.2$5/employee/mo (under 20 employees)$39/mo (under 20 employees)Base fee + per employeeNot verifiedYesPaychex Flex app (iOS), Paychex Flex app (Android), Paychex Flex Time Kiosk app
QuickBooks Payroll8,17–198.5$7/employee/mo$50/moBase fee + per employeeYesNoiOS (QuickBooks Workforce), Android (QuickBooks Workforce)
ADP RUN Powered by ADP20–225.1Not verifiedNot verifiedQuote onlyNoYesRUN Powered by ADP app (iOS), RUN Powered by ADP app (Android)

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Alternatives to similar products

Frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to Patriot Payroll?

Among products built for the same job in Payroll Software, the closest to Patriot Payroll are Square Payroll (83% similar), SurePayroll (83% similar), and Gusto (75% similar), by the categories, company sizes and pricing model they share. Square Payroll vs Patriot Payroll: From $185 vs $117 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 7.7 vs 8.7.

Which Patriot Payroll alternatives publish their prices?

Of the alternatives to Patriot Payroll, Square Payroll, SurePayroll, Gusto, Wave Payroll, Paychex Flex, QuickBooks Payroll, and OnPay publish list prices for at least one plan. Patriot Payroll publishes its prices too.

Which Patriot Payroll alternative scores highest?

QuickBooks Payroll scores highest at 8.5/10; Patriot Payroll scores 8.7. Closest to Patriot Payroll: Square Payroll (83% similar, 7.7).

Why do teams look for Patriot Payroll alternatives?

The fit limits documented for Patriot Payroll: basic does not file taxes, extra states and add-ons cost more, and four-day direct deposit by default. The “Why buyers look beyond Patriot Payroll” section explains each one from its source.

Which Patriot Payroll alternatives integrate with QuickBooks Online?

Square Payroll, Gusto, Paychex Flex, QuickBooks Payroll, and 4 more document an integration with QuickBooks Online, like Patriot Payroll.

Which Patriot Payroll alternatives offer a free trial?

Of the alternatives to Patriot Payroll, Wave Payroll, QuickBooks Payroll, and OnPay list a free trial, as Patriot Payroll does.

Is QuickBooks Payroll better than Patriot Payroll?

QuickBooks Payroll scores 8.5/10 in Payroll Software against 8.7 for Patriot Payroll; which fits better depends on your headcount, budget and the modules you need. Feature by feature: Patriot Payroll vs QuickBooks Payroll.

How this page was made

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    Scored and compared with the LeadChange methodology, version 1.5. Read the methodology

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  • Hands-on testing

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Sources

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Quotes from the sources
  1. Paycor paycor.com/plans-pricing“50-1000 EMPLOYEES”
  2. Intuit quickbooks.intuit.com/payroll“QuickBooks Workforce works for small to midsize businesses—from accountants and financial experts to hospitality companies, construction companies, truckers, and more.”
  3. Square squareup.com/us/en/payroll/pricing“For full-service payroll, the cost is $35 per month, plus $6 per person paid per month. For contractor-only payroll, the cost is $6 per person paid per month.” “Manage your team and run payroll anytime, from anywhere, with the Square Team App.”
  4. SurePayroll (Paychex) surepayroll.com/payroll“Pay employees in minutes, easily access reports, and get payroll taxes filed and deposited automatically.” “Billed monthly. Cancel anytime.”
  5. Gusto gusto.com/product/pricing“Simple Run basic payroll in one state. $49/mo + $6/mo per person” “Simple, transparent pricing Payroll, benefits, and HR all in one place. No hidden fees. Cancel any time.”
  6. Wave waveapps.com/payroll“$40 USD base fee+ $6 per active employee+ $6 per independent contractor paid” “Upon processing your first payroll, you can use Wave Payroll for up to 30 days, commitment-free. At any time, you can activate to start your billing cycle and gain access to items like tax filing and approving payrolls beyond the current month.”
  7. Paychex paychex.com/payroll/paychex-flex-essentials“Our most affordable option: Only $39/mo. + $5 per employee … Rest easy knowing your federal, state, and identified local payroll taxes will be calculated, paid, and filed on your behalf. *Additional fees may apply. … Get your required employee and independent contractor tax forms for tax season. **Available at additional cost.”
  8. Intuit quickbooks.intuit.com/payroll/pricing/bundle“WORKFORCE PAYROLL Pay your team and get payroll taxes done for you. $50 + $7/employee” “Find the right payroll plan for you”
  9. OnPay onpay.com/payroll/software/costs-pricing“Payroll Essentials $49 base + $6/worker per month” “Transparent pricing. Scalable solutions.”
  10. Patriot Software patriotsoftware.com/pricing“If you use Patriot’s payroll software, you will be charged $4 (Basic) or $5 (Full Service) per worker you pay during the month.” “Basic Payroll $17 $8.50 /mo plus $4 $2 per worker paid”
  11. SurePayroll (Paychex) surepayroll.com/pricing“During your first 12 months with SurePayroll, every alternating month will be free.” “Mobile app for employers and employees”
  12. Gusto Payroll (Gusto)“We’ve got all kinds of plans for all sizes of business. Explore all the options. You’ll pay nothing ‘til you’re ready to run payroll.” “Yes, you can run payroll, check payroll status, add and view team members and manage your team all from the Gusto mobile app. Download the iOS app here and the Google Play app here.”
  13. Gusto docs.gusto.com“Leverage Gusto's API to build your own in-app payroll solution, customized for your users' needs, with Gusto Embedded.”
  14. Wave support.waveapps.com/hc/en-us/articles/360030007911-Understand-Wave-s-payroll-subscription“Wave’s payroll feature is only available on web browsers.”
  15. Paychex paychex.com/integrations“Plus, Paychex APIs and developer resources make building applications, connections, and solution integrations easier than ever.”
  16. Paychex paychex.com/apps/mobile-app“Employees can download the Paychex Flex® app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and log in using their Paychex account credentials.”
  17. Intuit quickbooks.intuit.com/payroll/one-employee“Free trial applies to the monthly base price for the first thirty (30) days of new subscriptions to QuickBooks Online and/or Workforce.”
  18. Intuit developer.intuit.com/app/developer/payroll-time/docs/faq“For the rest of the Workforce APIs, access to this data is currently restricted to approved partners only. To request access, open a support ticket.”
  19. Intuit quickbooks.intuit.com/time-tracking/mobile“QuickBooks Workforce is also available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.”
  20. ADP adp.com/what-we-offer/payroll/payroll-for-1-49-employees/payroll-packages.aspx“Payroll costs are influenced by several variables, including how often you run payroll, the number of employees or contractors you pay and how frequently your workforce changes. Pricing may also increase if you add HR tools, benefits administration or more advanced compliance support, such as garnishment management or State Unemployment Insurance.” “Switch your payroll & HR before November 26th and get up to 6 months FREE!* *See terms & conditions Get Pricing Small Business Payroll Overview Payroll Packages Switching to ADP Payroll for One See our self-led demo to see how easy payroll and HR can be.”
  21. ADP marketplace-cdn.adp.com/dev-portal/pdf/protected/RUN_Powered_by_ADP_API_Catalog“The Marketplace API Catalog for RUN Powered By ADP lists APIs supported by RUN Powered By ADP”
  22. ADP (Apple App Store listing) apps.apple.com/us/app/adp-run/id388928133“the RUN Powered by ADP® payroll mobile app is built for the way your small business works. Here are some of the features available at your fingertips—wherever your day takes you. • Start payroll with a tap • Avoid payroll mistakes with error detection powered by AI”
  23. Square squareup.com/us/en/payroll/small-business“Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or long-term commitments.”
  24. Paychex paychex.com/payroll/compare-payroll-solutions“Basic Essential Payroll & HR Request Pricing Foundations AI & HR Features Best Value Request Pricing Advanced Enhanced Service Needs Request Pricing Complete Premium Services Request Pricing”
  25. OnPay onpay.com“Get one month free”
  26. Patriot Software patriotsoftware.com/payroll
  27. Square squareup.com/help/us/en/article/6299-sync-square-payroll-with-quickbooks-online
  28. Gusto gusto.com/product
  29. Paychex pages.paychex.com/intuit.html
  30. ADP support.adp.com/adp_payroll/content/hybrid/GL/RUN_GL_Guide_QBO.pdf
  31. OnPay onpay.com/app-directory
  32. Paycor marketplace.paycor.com/en-US/apps/462836/quickbooks
  33. Netchex netchex.com/quickbooks

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