Compare Employee Navigator and Gusto
Featured Products
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
Starting at $49.00 Per Month
Employee Navigator
Star Rating
(161)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plans
Gusto
Star Rating
(10,087)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 plans
Summary
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 payroll, onboarding, and benefits management. One user noted, "I primarily use Gusto to run payroll, onboard and offboard employees, track benefits, and stay compliant with tax agencies," highlighting its organized approach to HR tasks.
- Users say that Employee Navigator is effective for maintaining employee information, especially for those who access it through insurance companies. Reviewers have mentioned that they have become increasingly comfortable with its features over time, indicating a learning curve that may not be as steep as some other platforms.
- According to verified reviews, Gusto's implementation process is praised for being quick and straightforward, with users noting that it is "simple to use" and "always fast with updates/emails." This ease of setup is a significant advantage for small businesses looking to streamline their HR processes.
- Reviewers mention that while Employee Navigator offers solid integration capabilities with payroll providers, Gusto's overall integration experience is often highlighted as more seamless, allowing for better management of employee data and benefits during critical times like open enrollment.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Gusto's customer support is responsive and helpful, although some users have noted that Employee Navigator's support is also commendable, particularly for those who have established a relationship through their insurance providers. This suggests that while both platforms offer good support, Gusto may have a slight edge in accessibility and responsiveness.
- Users report that Gusto's pricing structure is perceived as reasonable for the features offered, making it an attractive option for small businesses. In contrast, Employee Navigator's pricing model, which requires potential customers to contact them for details, may deter some users who prefer transparency in costs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Employee Navigator
Enhanced
Contact Us
Per Year
- Online enrollment
- Carrier, payroll & TPA integrations
- Enrollment forms library
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
Employee Navigator
No trial information availableGusto
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
145
9.4
7,253
Ease of Use
8.9
146
9.5
7,480
Ease of Setup
8.6
123
9.3
6,066
Ease of Admin
9.0
123
9.3
2,378
Quality of Support
9.1
137
9.0
6,035
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
120
9.1
2,375
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
142
9.2
7,261
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
27
8.8
910
6.8
29
9.0
949
Feature Not Available
8.1
801
8.2
24
8.6
849
8.4
26
8.8
876
9.5
30
8.8
884
Generative AI
7.7
14
7.2
473
Platform
7.6
92
8.2
2262
8.2
91
8.0
2061
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.9
94
8.9
2307
9.2
94
9.2
2328
8.5
86
8.9
2226
8.3
96
8.7
2287
8.8
92
9.1
2284
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
9.5
5418
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
4795
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
4844
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
9.4
5246
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
4765
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.6
5200
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
4490
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4699
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
4172
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
4388
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4567
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4559
|
Verified
Taxes
Not enough data
9.3
5018
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4847
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.6
4185
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
4140
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
4193
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
3906
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
4677
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4611
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
5100
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4522
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.2
121
9.0
1365
9.0
117
8.9
1316
8.4
110
8.4
1222
8.2
111
9.0
1340
7.9
99
9.1
1311
8.8
112
9.2
1356
8.3
106
9.0
1278
7.9
97
8.8
1256
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.2
121
9.0
1365
9.0
117
8.9
1316
8.4
110
8.4
1222
8.2
111
9.0
1340
7.9
99
9.1
1311
8.8
112
9.2
1356
8.3
106
9.0
1278
8.9
98
9.1
932
7.9
97
8.8
1256
8.3
101
8.5
1061
7.6
65
8.3
977
7.9
67
8.9
1043
Generative AI
7.2
66
7.2
840
7.7
66
7.2
837
7.0
63
7.1
832
Platform
7.6
92
8.2
2262
8.2
91
8.0
2061
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.9
94
8.9
2307
9.2
94
9.2
2328
8.5
86
8.9
2226
8.3
96
8.7
2287
8.8
92
9.1
2284
Automation
Not enough data
9.0
20
Logistics
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.2
15
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
7.2
10
Not enough data
9.5
19
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
10.0
19
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
10.0
6
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
10.0
7
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.5
186
Not enough data
9.2
194
Not enough data
8.9
186
Platform Performance
Not enough data
8.8
192
Not enough data
8.5
179
Platform Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
188
Not enough data
8.5
182
Not enough data
8.8
180
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.9
183
Not enough data
8.4
176
Not enough data
8.1
173
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.3
159
Performance reviews
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Goals
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feedback
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
758
Not enough data
8.9
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
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Not enough data
7.7
245
Not enough data
7.9
245
Not enough data
7.8
247
Not enough data
7.9
250
Not enough data
8.0
249
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.7
1156
Not enough data
9.1
1183
Not enough data
9.2
1186
Not enough data
8.4
1096
Not enough data
8.8
1104
Not enough data
8.6
1098
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
1162
Not enough data
8.8
1095
Not enough data
8.5
1070
Not enough data
8.9
1116
Not enough data
9.1
1143
Platform Data
Not enough data
8.4
1020
Not enough data
8.7
1062
Not enough data
8.8
1043
Platform
7.6
92
8.2
2262
8.2
91
8.0
2061
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.9
94
8.9
2307
9.2
94
9.2
2328
8.5
86
8.9
2226
8.3
96
8.7
2287
8.8
92
9.1
2284
Recruiting and Onboarding
Not enough data
8.0
995
Not enough data
9.0
1142
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Employee Navigator and Gusto are categorized as Benefits Administration and Core HR
Unique Categories
Employee Navigator has no unique categories
Gusto is categorized as Contractor Payments, Contractor Management, Time & Attendance, Onboarding, Payroll, HCM Software, and Performance Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Employee Navigator
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
Insurance
56.2%
Financial Services
3.3%
Hospital & Health Care
2.6%
Human Resources
2.6%
Construction
2.6%
Other
32.7%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.8%
Computer Software
5.0%
Accounting
4.9%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.8%
Hospital & Health Care
4.7%
Other
74.7%
Discussions
How do I run reports in employee Navigator?
1 Comment
KB
There are lots of great canned reports under the report tab. I also really like the column based and row reports. These let you customize what you want to...Read more
How Much Does Employee Navigator cost?
1 Comment
KB
There are different plan options. I use the Elite which is around $800 per month. This has the PTO , onboarding and task management. If you don't need...Read more
Employee Navigator has no more discussions with answers
Is there an app for Gusto payroll?
4 Comments
TC
No, only for employees. You can only run payroll using a browser.Read more
