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SurePayroll

Best SurePayroll Alternatives

10 products that do the same job as SurePayroll, matched to the reason you might switch, with similarity scores and published prices.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 25 sources, most recently checked

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SurePayroll alternatives, closest first

  1. QuickBooks PayrollSimilarity 85
  2. Patriot PayrollSimilarity 83
  3. Square PayrollSimilarity 75

Alternatives by reason for switching

  • Built for larger companies

    Paycor

    Serves enterprise companies; SurePayroll 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; SurePayroll does not list them among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies2

  • Free trial

    Patriot Payroll

    Offers a free trial; SurePayroll does not.

    Yes3

  • Higher LeadChange Score

    Gusto

    8.1/10 in Payroll Software vs 4.9 for SurePayroll; Patriot Payroll (8.7) and QuickBooks Payroll (8.5), listed above for another reason, score higher still.

What should your next provider do better than SurePayroll?

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SurePayroll 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 SurePayroll.

  1. QuickBooks Payroll

    vs SurePayroll: From $225 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 8.5 vs 4.9.

    Similarity85 of 100

    From $50/mo + $7/employee/mo4

  2. Patriot Payroll

    vs SurePayroll: From $162 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 8.7 vs 4.9.

    Similarity83 of 100

    From $37/mo + $5/employee/mo (Full Service Payroll plan)3

  3. Square Payroll

    vs SurePayroll: From $185 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 7.7 vs 4.9.

    Similarity75 of 100

    From $35/mo + $6/employee/mo5

  4. Gusto

    vs SurePayroll: From $199 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 8.1 vs 4.9.

    Similarity70 of 100

    From $49/mo + $6/employee/mo6

  5. Wave Payroll

    vs SurePayroll: From $190 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Not scored yet in Payroll Software; SurePayroll scores 4.9.

    Similarity67 of 100

    From $40/mo + $6/employee/mo7

  6. Paychex Flex

    vs SurePayroll: Paychex Flex: from $39/mo + $5/employee; SurePayroll: from $20/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 7.2 vs 4.9.

    Similarity60 of 100

    From $39/mo + $5/employee/mo (up to 19 employees)8

  7. ADP RUN Powered by ADP

    vs SurePayroll: ADP RUN Powered by ADP: quote-only; SurePayroll: from $20/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 5.1 vs 4.9.

    Similarity55 of 100
  8. OnPay

    vs SurePayroll: From $199 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 7.6 vs 4.9.

    Similarity55 of 100

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

  9. Paycor

    vs SurePayroll: Paycor: quote-only; SurePayroll: from $20/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 6.3 vs 4.9.

    Similarity31 of 100
  10. Netchex

    vs SurePayroll: Netchex: quote-only; SurePayroll: from $20/mo + $4/employee. Payroll Software score 4.8 vs 4.9.

    Similarity29 of 100

Why buyers look beyond SurePayroll

  1. Add-on fees add up

    Multi-state payroll costs $9.99 a month with the first state included, accounting integration $4.99 a month, and time clock integration starts at $5 a month plus $3 per employee.

  2. Year-end forms cost extra

    W-2 and 1099-NEC forms are billed once a year at a $50 base fee plus $5 per form.

  3. Payroll only

    Its documented modules cover payroll, household payroll and add-ons such as 401(k), workers’ comp and health insurance; we found no HR, employee onboarding or performance module on its pages.

  4. Weekday support

    Live phone and chat support is available Monday through Friday.

SurePayroll vs its closest alternatives

Payroll Software comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified features
ProductScoreStarting price per employeeStarting base feePricing modelFree trialAPIMobile apps
SurePayroll10,114.9$4/employee/mo$20/moBase fee + per employeeNoNot verifiedYes
QuickBooks Payroll4,12–148.5$7/employee/mo$50/moBase fee + per employeeYesNoiOS (QuickBooks Workforce), Android (QuickBooks Workforce)
Patriot Payroll38.7$5/employee/mo$37/moBase fee + per employeeYesNot verifiedMobile web (no app to install)
Square Payroll57.7$6/employee/mo$35/moBase fee + per employeeNot verifiedNot verifiedSquare Team App
Gusto6,15,168.1$6/employee/mo$49/moBase fee + per employeeNoYesiOS (Gusto Mobile), Android (Gusto Mobile)
Wave Payroll7,17Not scored$6/employee/mo$40/moBase fee + per employeeYesNot verifiedWeb browser only (payroll is not in the Wave mobile app)
Paychex Flex8,18,197.2$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
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 SurePayroll?

Among products built for the same job in Payroll Software, the closest to SurePayroll are QuickBooks Payroll (85% similar), Patriot Payroll (83% similar), and Square Payroll (75% similar), by the categories, company sizes and pricing model they share. QuickBooks Payroll vs SurePayroll: From $225 vs $120 a month at 25 employees (starting prices). Payroll Software score 8.5 vs 4.9.

Which SurePayroll alternatives publish their prices?

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

Which SurePayroll alternative scores highest?

Patriot Payroll scores highest at 8.7/10, 83% similar to SurePayroll; SurePayroll scores 4.9. Closest to SurePayroll: QuickBooks Payroll (85% similar, 8.5).

Why do teams look for SurePayroll alternatives?

The fit limits documented for SurePayroll: add-on fees add up, year-end forms cost extra, and payroll only. The “Why buyers look beyond SurePayroll” section explains each one from its source.

Which SurePayroll alternatives offer a free trial?

Of the alternatives to SurePayroll, QuickBooks Payroll, Patriot Payroll, Wave Payroll, and OnPay list a free trial; SurePayroll does not.

Is Patriot Payroll better than SurePayroll?

Patriot Payroll scores 8.7/10 in Payroll Software against 4.9 for SurePayroll; which fits better depends on your headcount, budget and the modules you need. Feature by feature: SurePayroll vs Patriot Payroll.

How this page was made

  • What it is built from

    55 verified facts, each checked against the vendor's own pages or another primary source, most recently on Nov 14, 2026.

  • Method

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

  • Independent review

    Our independent review of Nov 3, 2026 asked for changes. How we review

  • Hands-on testing

    We have not tested SurePayroll hands-on: this page uses public information only.

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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. Patriot Software patriotsoftware.com/pricing“No, Patriot Software does not have a free payroll software tier, but Patriot does offer a 30-day free trial for all its software products, then 50% off for 3 months.” “Basic Payroll is $17/month + $4 per worker paid; Full Service Payroll is $37/month + $5 per worker paid.”
  4. 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”
  5. 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.”
  6. 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.”
  7. 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.”
  8. 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.”
  9. OnPay onpay.com/payroll/software/costs-pricing“Payroll Essentials $49 base + $6/worker per month” “Transparent pricing. Scalable solutions.”
  10. SurePayroll (Paychex) surepayroll.com/payroll“$20/mo $4 per employee” “The features of our Full Service plan, except you’re responsible for filing and depositing all payroll taxes.”
  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. 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.”
  13. 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.”
  14. Intuit quickbooks.intuit.com/time-tracking/mobile“QuickBooks Workforce is also available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.”
  15. 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.”
  16. Gusto docs.gusto.com“Leverage Gusto's API to build your own in-app payroll solution, customized for your users' needs, with Gusto Embedded.”
  17. Wave support.waveapps.com/hc/en-us/articles/360030007911-Understand-Wave-s-payroll-subscription“Wave’s payroll feature is only available on web browsers.”
  18. Paychex paychex.com/integrations“Plus, Paychex APIs and developer resources make building applications, connections, and solution integrations easier than ever.”
  19. 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.”
  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”

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