Gusto Reviews

Pros

It's pretty simple to use and it's not overly intrusive, just enough to keep a procrastinator like me engaged and hitting deadlines. honestly that's a big deal.

Cons

Would be nicer if everything was handled under one service. Right now it feels split across three different companies covering bookkeeping, payroll and quarterly tax filings and that gets confusing sometimes when I'm not sure who I should contact for specific questions.

Pros

The app makes creating payments really simple which speeds up the whole process.

Cons

Benefits requests take a long time to get responses and it doesn't feel ideal for onboarding new employees.

Pros

What I like most is how simple the platform is to use. It also brings modern HR features and I can pay payroll quickly and efficiently.

Cons

One thing I don't enjoy is getting constant Gmail reminders every time I do something in the platform. It feels unnecessary and ends up being stressful since the messages pile up.

Pros

Installation and setup were simple and getting everything implemented didn't take much effort. Customer support has been really helpful and responsive. The product feels like solid value for the money and it runs very quickly with a smooth experience. The interface is also pretty attractive to use day to day. It's a good fit for small cap, mid-cap and large-cap businesses since it brings key functions together in one place.. tracking payroll, benefits, hiring and management resources across the organization.

Cons

Since everyone wants lots of features without spending much, I do wish the pricing were a bit more budget friendly. It feels slightly high for what I'd ideally expect so I'd love to see it make it more affordable over time.

Pros

I've been using this software for my small business for close to two years now and it's been a solid experience. The interface feels really adaptive and user-friendly and it has noticeably sped up the process of tracking employee hours and submitting payroll. I've tried other payroll tools but customer support, along with the built-in HR benefits, is what really sets it apart.

Cons

honestly nothing has felt difficult to me or to my employees. Getting set up and using it day to day has been simple and there haven't been any complaints.

Pros

Love that contractors can add their own details without jumping through extra hoops. It cuts down a ton of time since I don't have to chase people down just to get their information in the system.

Cons

Payment setup is a pain, you can't pay yourself unless you run payroll. That's frustrating especially since we do rely on contractors but they still don't unlock all the features unless we go through the payroll options they offer.

Pros

It delivers a solid, user-oriented interface that makes it possible to handle HR and payroll tasks in just a few minutes. Payroll management gets organized with automation and the platform also supports paperless workflows with direct transactions.

Cons

The PTO section could use an update and there's no geo tracking or global payroll functionality.

Pros

I really appreciate that everything stays compliant and my taxes are taken care of for me. Having direct deposit available also makes payday way more convenient and hassle-free.

Cons

Haven't come across anything I dislike yet!

Pros

Feels simple to navigate and really nice to look at which makes daily use less of a hassle. Customer support has also been consistently fast and friendly whenever I've needed help.

Cons

Nothing sticks out as a downside for me... either I haven't run into any functions that misbehave or the tool has all the features I need without any noticeable gaps.

Pros

There's honestly nothing about this program that I can point to that I like.

Cons

Everything about it has been terrible. The admin team for Cerebral and Gusto hasn't been responding which has only made the whole situation worse.

Pros

The interface feels really polished and adaptive to use. Everything is simple and the layout makes it simple to get around whether I'm on my computer or using the phone app.

Cons

No real complaints so far... using it on both my computer and the mobile app has been smooth and genuinely convenient.

Pros

A lot of essential HR and payroll tasks can be handled without much hassle and payroll management works well for businesses of different sizes.

Cons

Tax calculations aren't simple and figuring out deductions for every single employee can feel quite challenging.

Pros

Using it online with the guided wizards makes the whole setup process simple and quick to get going.

Cons

Support takes a while to get back to you and when it runs into problems with your account, the option to contact support disappears for some reason. Also, the roles and permissions available feel overly broad.

Pros

It's super simple to use and it basically handles the heavy lifting for you so it doesn't add extra work or stress on your end.

Cons

I just wish it had a way to integrate with my company's 401k plan.

Pros

The app has automatic alerts which helps keep everything on track without constant follow-ups. Payroll is handled automatically too and it's pretty simple to review the employer contribution when you need to. There's also a solid database of employees making it simple to manage and find people as required. Compensation management is another useful part, overall it feels well organized for payroll, related tasks.

Cons

Payroll page can get confusing at times especially when you're trying to locate specific details quickly. Time tracking also seems a bit inconsistent compared to the rest of the system.

Pros

App lets you handle payrolls in a fast, simple way which really speeds up the whole process.

Cons

When it comes to filing taxes for employees, the functionality feels a bit limited.

Pros

Really helpful if you're a small business that wants to handle your own payroll without relying on a bigger provider, having that control is a big win.

Cons

Getting everything set up can take a little time especially figuring out the setup steps before payroll runs smoothly.

Pros

I really appreciate being able to pay for services and salaries all in one place. I can also review the hours employees work, including any extra overtime hours which makes it easier to keep everything accurate.

Cons

Customer support could use improvement... responses take longer than they should so getting help isn't as fast as I'd expect.

Pros

It is simple to use and the results are very accurate. Also, it handles submitting all my tax forms for me which saves a ton of time. I didn't have to worry about the paperwork part much at all.

Cons

Nothing comes to mind... getting started was smooth and the support team is always incredibly helpful and quick to respond.

Pros

The app is honestly my favorite part of the platform... everything feels centered around it and it's become the main way I use the service.

Cons

I do wish I could upload my expenses directly through the app since that would make the whole process more convenient.