Compare 15Five and Gusto 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$4.00 1 Per employee Per Month
Starting at $49.00 Per Month
15Five
Star Rating
(1,899)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$4.00 1 Per employee Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansGusto
Star Rating
(9,736)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $49.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Gusto excels in user-friendliness, with many users appreciating its intuitive design that simplifies complex HR tasks. One user noted, "I like Gusto because it’s simple in the best way: it’s easy to use without feeling stripped down."
- Users say that 15Five stands out for its focus on continuous feedback and employee development, making performance management feel more human. Reviewers highlighted that it "makes performance conversations feel human, not forced," which fosters a more engaged workplace.
- According to verified reviews, Gusto's implementation process is praised for its speed and efficiency. Users have mentioned that the platform provides a "user-friendly and organized pathway for many of our HR systems," making it easier to onboard and manage employees.
- Reviewers mention that while Gusto has a higher overall satisfaction score, 15Five's recognition features are particularly appreciated. Users love how easy it is to give recognition, which helps maintain team morale and alignment without feeling like micromanagement.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Gusto's pricing is seen as reasonable for the value it provides, especially for small businesses. One user remarked on the "great referral program," which adds extra value to their experience with the platform.
- Users report that while both platforms have strong support, Gusto's quality of support is slightly lower than 15Five's, with some users noting that 15Five's support team is responsive and helpful, enhancing the overall user experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
15Five
Engage
$4.00
1 Per employee Per Month
Engagement surveys with actionable insights to keep employees engaged
- ENGAGEMENT SURVEYS, INCLUDING:
- 6-minute completion time
- Benchmarking
Gusto
Simple Plan
Starting at $49.00
Per Month
For small businesses or s-corps needing basic payroll.
- Full-service single-state payroll including W-2s and 1099s
- Basic support
- Employee profiles and self-service
Free Trial
15Five
Free Trial is available
Gusto
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
1,598
9.4
7,076
Ease of Use
9.3
1,613
9.5
7,299
Ease of Setup
8.8
368
9.3
5,897
Ease of Admin
8.7
302
9.3
2,372
Quality of Support
9.1
1,065
9.0
5,881
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
288
9.1
2,369
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
1,583
9.2
7,108
Features by Category
Core HR
Not enough data
8.8
909
Not enough data
9.0
945
Not enough data
8.1
800
Not enough data
8.6
848
Not enough data
8.8
876
Not enough data
8.7
882
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.2
474
Platform
7.8
235
8.2
2251
8.0
154
8.0
2056
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
284
8.9
2299
9.2
300
9.3
2303
8.1
215
8.9
2209
8.4
267
8.8
2266
8.4
279
9.1
2278
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
9.5
5370
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
4766
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
4821
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
9.4
5190
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
4737
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.6
5165
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
4480
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4693
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
4168
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
4382
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4562
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4554
|
Verified
Taxes
Not enough data
9.3
4971
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4812
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.6
4165
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
4134
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
4182
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
3903
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
4667
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4602
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
5042
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4511
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
1363
Not enough data
8.9
1315
Not enough data
8.4
1222
Not enough data
9.0
1338
Not enough data
9.1
1310
Not enough data
9.2
1353
Not enough data
9.0
1278
Not enough data
8.8
1255
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
1363
Not enough data
8.9
1315
Not enough data
8.4
1222
Not enough data
9.0
1338
Not enough data
9.1
1310
Not enough data
9.2
1353
Not enough data
9.0
1278
Not enough data
9.1
932
Not enough data
8.8
1255
Not enough data
8.5
1061
Not enough data
8.3
977
Not enough data
8.9
1043
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.2
840
Not enough data
7.2
837
Not enough data
7.1
832
Platform
7.8
235
8.2
2251
8.0
154
8.0
2056
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
284
8.9
2299
9.2
300
9.3
2303
8.1
215
8.9
2209
8.4
267
8.8
2266
8.4
279
9.1
2278
Automation
Not enough data
9.0
10
Logistics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
10.0
12
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
10.0
5
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.5
184
Not enough data
9.2
192
Not enough data
8.9
184
Platform Performance
Not enough data
8.8
190
Not enough data
8.5
177
Platform Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
186
Not enough data
8.5
180
Not enough data
8.8
178
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
181
Not enough data
8.4
174
Not enough data
8.1
171
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.3
157
Communication
9.2
213
Not enough data
9.1
191
Not enough data
8.8
136
Not enough data
8.5
159
Not enough data
Goal Creation
9.0
189
Not enough data
9.0
199
Not enough data
8.4
118
Not enough data
8.9
181
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Objectives and Key Results (OKR)
7.7
15
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
Performance reviews
8.8
154
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
148
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
156
|
Verified
Not enough data
Goals
9.0
195
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
168
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feedback
9.0
192
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
163
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
199
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
176
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data
8.3
168
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
148
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
7.6
41
Not enough data
7.6
39
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.2
773
Not enough data
9.2
778
Platform Administration
Not enough data
8.6
711
Not enough data
9.1
757
Not enough data
9.0
763
Platform Payment Content
Not enough data
9.0
760
Not enough data
8.4
652
Not enough data
9.1
737
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Core Features - Employee Experience Software
8.2
27
Not enough data
8.2
27
Not enough data
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software
7.9
25
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software
8.1
24
Not enough data
8.4
23
Not enough data
8.1
22
Not enough data
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software
8.8
26
Not enough data
7.7
25
Not enough data
7.8
23
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Not enough data
7.7
242
Not enough data
7.9
242
Not enough data
7.8
244
Not enough data
7.9
247
Not enough data
8.0
246
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.7
1153
Not enough data
9.1
1179
Not enough data
9.2
1180
Not enough data
8.4
1091
Not enough data
8.8
1101
Not enough data
8.6
1094
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
1156
Not enough data
8.7
1092
Not enough data
8.5
1066
Not enough data
8.9
1113
Not enough data
9.1
1138
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.4
1018
Not enough data
8.7
1059
Not enough data
8.8
1041
Platform
7.8
235
8.2
2251
8.0
154
8.0
2056
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
284
8.9
2299
9.2
300
9.3
2303
8.1
215
8.9
2209
8.4
267
8.8
2266
8.4
279
9.1
2278
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.0
992
Not enough data
9.0
1112
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
746
Not enough data
8.2
134
Not enough data
Platform Content
9.0
721
Not enough data
8.9
630
Not enough data
8.9
809
Not enough data
8.5
130
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.8
564
Not enough data
8.9
809
Not enough data
9.4
980
Not enough data
8.9
575
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
235
8.2
2251
8.0
154
8.0
2056
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
284
8.9
2299
9.2
300
9.3
2303
8.1
215
8.9
2209
8.4
267
8.8
2266
8.4
279
9.1
2278
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
15Five and Gusto are categorized as Performance Management
Unique Categories
15Five is categorized as Employee Engagement, Objectives and Key Results (OKR), and Employee Experience
Gusto is categorized as Contractor Payments, Contractor Management, Time & Attendance, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Core HR, Payroll, and HCM Software
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
15Five
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Gusto
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
16.7%
Information Technology and Services
11.8%
Marketing and Advertising
9.4%
Internet
7.4%
Financial Services
4.7%
Other
50.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.8%
Computer Software
5.0%
Accounting
5.0%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.8%
Hospital & Health Care
4.7%
Other
74.8%
Discussions
What is 15Five used for?
2 Comments
AG
performance management platform that helps managers understand how their employees are workingRead more
What does 15five mean?
2 Comments
MM
It should take the Team Member no more than 15 minutes to complete their weekly check in and 5 minutes for their leader to review it. Read more
How do I know the overrall performance in the year for the 15Five Continuous Performance Management?
2 Comments
PT
Hi Davi,
15Five has a pretty good reporting function (https://www.15five.com/reporting/) by individual, reports, team, groups, etc. You can see completed...Read more
Is there an app for Gusto payroll?
4 Comments
TC
No, only for employees. You can only run payroll using a browser.Read more
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