Alternatives
Best Gusto Alternatives in 2026
The best alternative to Gusto is Deel (scored 7/10 vs Gusto's 7.2/10) because it scores higher on Power. We compared 3 alternatives across value, ease-of-use, power, and pricing transparency.
The best Gusto alternative in 2026 is Deel because it scores 7/10 vs Gusto's 7.2/10, with higher marks in Power. We evaluated 3 alternatives on value, ease-of-use, power, and pricing transparency.
Why People Switch from Gusto
Price increases (Simple went from $40 to $49 in 2025)Need international payrollNeed advanced HR features
Comparing against
Gusto
The people platform for small businesses
7.2
/ 10
#1
Deel
Best for Global TeamsTop AlternativeThe all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams
7
/ 10
Value
6
Ease
7
Power
9
Better than Gusto: Power (9 vs 7)
Lower than Gusto: Value (6 vs 7), Ease (7 vs 9)
Free tier availableBest for: Companies hiring contractors or employees internationally
#2
BambooHR
HR software with heart
6
/ 10
Value
6
Ease
8
Power
7
Lower than Gusto: Value (6 vs 7), Ease (8 vs 9), Transparency (4 vs 7)
Custom pricingBest for: SMBs (25-350 employees) needing a dedicated HRIS
#3
Rippling
The workforce platform that connects every business system to one source of truth — your employees
5.9
/ 10
Value
6
Ease
7
Power
9
Better than Gusto: Power (9 vs 7)
Lower than Gusto: Value (6 vs 7), Ease (7 vs 9), Transparency (3 vs 7)
From $8/moBest for: Growing companies (50-1000 employees) wanting HR + IT + Finance unified