Gusto alternatives · 2026
4 best Gusto alternatives in 2026
Gusto charges $200+/mo for hr & payroll. Here are the top 4 tools to switch to — ranked by value, breadth, and who they're best for. Mewayz takes the editor's pick at $69/mo.
Last reviewed May 2026 · Pricing verified at source
The reason teams switch
Why customers are leaving Gusto
23% price increase in March 2026 — per-employee fees now $12/head
Gusto raised prices 23% in March 2026. The Plus plan (the minimum for most growing teams) now costs $80/mo + $12/employee. A 10-person team pays $200+/mo. Every hire adds another $12 per month — forever.
Payroll only — you still need 3 other tools
Gusto handles payroll and onboarding well. But it has no CRM, no project management, no invoicing. You're still paying 3–4 other subscriptions on top — while your Gusto bill just went up 23%.
International payroll needs an expensive add-on
Multi-currency and global payroll require costly upgrades not included in the base product — a problem for any team with remote international staff.
Mewayz
The flat-priced all-in-one replacement for Gusto. From $69/mo. Free plan available.
Why Mewayz tops every Gusto alternatives list
- Flat pricing — no per-seat charges or upgrade walls.
- CRM, HR, accounting, projects, and support in one workspace.
- Free plan that actually works — no card required to start.
- White-label your workspace and resell it to your own clients (Agency plan).
- 30-day money-back guarantee on every paid tier.
Other alternatives we reviewed
Other Gusto alternatives worth a look
BambooHR
HR Information System · $8.75+/employee/mo
BambooHR charges $8.75–$24.95 per employee per month (Core/Pro). Mewayz starts at $69/mo flat and covers HR, payroll, attendance, onboarding — plus CRM, accounting, projects, and support.
See Mewayz vs BambooHR →QuickBooks
Accounting & Invoicing · $235+/mo
QuickBooks charges $235+/mo for accounting & invoicing alone. Mewayz starts at $69/mo and covers accounting & invoicing, plus HR, projects, support, and more.
See Mewayz vs QuickBooks →FreshBooks
Accounting & Invoicing · $55+/mo
FreshBooks charges $55+/mo for accounting & invoicing alone. Mewayz starts at $69/mo and covers accounting & invoicing, plus HR, projects, support, and more.
See Mewayz vs FreshBooks →Switching FAQ
Switching from Gusto — common questions
Does Mewayz handle full payroll like Gusto?
Mewayz HR handles compensation, salary structures, attendance, leave, and onboarding. For US tax filing and direct deposit specifically, Mewayz integrates with regional payroll partners. For most non-US markets, payroll runs natively inside Mewayz with no add-ons.
How does Mewayz beat Gusto's per-employee pricing?
Mewayz uses flat plan pricing — Starter ($69), Business ($149), Agency ($349). A 10-person team pays the same as a 2-person team. Gusto charges $80/mo + $12/employee on Plus, so 10 employees = $200/mo and growing.
Can I run accounting and HR from the same place?
Yes — that's the core of Mewayz. Employees in HR are the same records used in accounting (salary expenses), CRM (sales team), and projects (assignees). One database, zero CSV exports.
What about benefits administration?
Mewayz HR tracks benefits, allowances, deductions, and reimbursements. For health insurance broker integration (a key Gusto US feature), most teams pair Mewayz with their existing broker — costing far less than Gusto's all-in price.
Ready to leave Gusto?
Start free with Mewayz — no card required. Import your data and see the difference in 10 minutes. 30-day money-back guarantee on paid plans.