Compare Greenhouse and Gusto
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (84.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
Starting at $49.00 Per Month
Greenhouse
Star Rating
(3,871)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
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Gusto
Star Rating
(10,095)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
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Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Gusto excels in its onboarding process, with users appreciating its intuitive setup and user-friendly interface. Many find it easy to navigate, which helps streamline HR tasks like payroll and benefits management.
- Users say that Greenhouse offers solid recruiting features, particularly highlighting its scheduling tool that integrates with Google Calendar. This feature simplifies the interview process by checking managers' availability, making it a favorite among hiring teams.
- Reviewers mention that Gusto's overall satisfaction ratings are higher, with many praising its reasonable pricing and effective payroll management. Users appreciate the organized pathways for HR systems, which help maintain compliance with tax agencies.
- According to verified reviews, Greenhouse's customer service is frequently commended, with users noting that support is responsive and helpful. This aspect is crucial for teams that rely on timely assistance during the recruitment process.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Gusto's ease of use is a significant advantage, with many users describing it as simple yet comprehensive. The platform's ability to handle various HR functions without feeling stripped down is a key selling point.
- Users report that while Greenhouse is effective for mid-market companies, it may not be as accessible for smaller businesses due to its pricing model, which requires potential customers to contact them for details. This contrasts with Gusto's transparent starting price, making it more appealing for small businesses.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Greenhouse
Core
Contact Us
Per Year
Bring structure to hiring
- Sourcing & CRM
- Structured interview kits & scorecards
- Scheduling
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
Greenhouse
No trial information availableGusto
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
3,219
9.4
7,264
Ease of Use
8.5
3,265
9.5
7,492
Ease of Setup
8.1
1,871
9.3
6,076
Ease of Admin
8.4
1,659
9.3
2,378
Quality of Support
8.5
2,799
9.0
6,042
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
1,601
9.1
2,375
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
3,140
9.2
7,271
Features by Category
Core HR
Not enough data
8.8
910
Not enough data
9.0
950
Not enough data
8.1
801
Not enough data
8.6
849
Not enough data
8.8
876
Not enough data
8.8
884
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.2
473
Platform
7.8
2230
8.2
2262
7.9
2120
8.0
2061
7.5
1935
Feature Not Available
8.3
2177
8.9
2308
8.6
2155
9.2
2330
7.1
2041
8.9
2227
7.4
2158
8.7
2287
7.7
2147
9.1
2284
Employee Self Service
Not enough data
9.5
5421
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
4797
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
4844
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
9.4
5249
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
4769
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.6
5201
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
4490
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4700
|
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
5019
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4848
|
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
4612
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
5103
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
4522
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
1365
Not enough data
8.9
1316
Not enough data
8.4
1222
Not enough data
9.0
1340
Not enough data
9.1
1311
Not enough data
9.2
1356
Not enough data
9.0
1278
Not enough data
8.8
1256
Benefits Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
1365
Not enough data
8.9
1316
Not enough data
8.4
1222
Not enough data
9.0
1340
Not enough data
9.1
1311
Not enough data
9.2
1356
Not enough data
9.0
1278
Not enough data
9.1
932
Not enough data
8.8
1256
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
2230
8.2
2262
7.9
2120
8.0
2061
7.5
1935
Feature Not Available
8.3
2177
8.9
2308
8.6
2155
9.2
2330
7.1
2041
8.9
2227
7.4
2158
8.7
2287
7.7
2147
9.1
2284
Automation
Not enough data
9.1
22
Logistics
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
9.3
16
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
7.4
11
Not enough data
9.5
20
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
7.9
435
Not enough data
8.7
468
Not enough data
7.8
471
Not enough data
Platform Data
7.9
456
Not enough data
8.0
458
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.1
450
Not enough data
7.5
417
Not enough data
7.7
413
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.8
1169
Not enough data
8.8
614
Not enough data
8.8
1286
Not enough data
8.0
408
Not enough data
7.8
425
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
2230
8.2
2262
7.9
2120
8.0
2061
7.5
1935
Feature Not Available
8.3
2177
8.9
2308
8.6
2155
9.2
2330
7.1
2041
8.9
2227
7.4
2158
8.7
2287
7.7
2147
9.1
2284
Basics
7.7
957
Not enough data
7.9
883
Not enough data
8.6
948
Not enough data
Additional Functionality
8.0
965
Not enough data
7.8
797
Not enough data
7.2
863
Not enough data
Content
7.8
914
Not enough data
7.7
878
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.8
1169
Not enough data
8.4
1242
8.0
995
8.8
1286
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
2230
8.2
2262
7.9
2120
8.0
2061
7.5
1935
Feature Not Available
8.3
2177
8.9
2308
8.6
2155
9.2
2330
7.1
2041
8.9
2227
7.4
2158
8.7
2287
7.7
2147
9.1
2284
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
Generative AI
7.1
301
Not enough data
Recruitment Platform - Recruitment Platforms
8.2
114
Not enough data
7.5
102
Not enough data
8.2
114
Not enough data
8.0
105
Not enough data
7.6
102
Not enough data
8.0
104
Not enough data
Recruitment AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.8
98
Not enough data
6.8
98
Not enough data
6.8
98
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Recruitment Platforms
6.9
53
Not enough data
7.0
52
Not enough data
6.9
53
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Sourcing
7.5
2251
Not enough data
7.9
2214
Not enough data
7.9
193
Not enough data
8.8
224
Not enough data
8.0
199
Not enough data
Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System
8.5
2410
Not enough data
8.8
241
Not enough data
9.0
263
Not enough data
7.7
196
Not enough data
8.3
233
Not enough data
7.9
184
Not enough data
8.2
208
Not enough data
Platform
7.8
2230
8.2
2262
7.9
2120
8.0
2061
7.5
1935
Feature Not Available
8.3
2177
8.9
2308
8.6
2155
9.2
2330
7.1
2041
8.9
2227
7.4
2158
8.7
2287
7.7
2147
9.1
2284
AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
6.4
164
Not enough data
6.7
160
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Onboarding
Feature Not Available
7.7
245
Feature Not Available
7.9
245
Feature Not Available
7.8
247
Feature Not Available
7.9
250
Feature Not Available
8.0
249
Platform Content
7.9
418
8.7
1156
8.1
427
9.1
1184
8.2
437
9.2
1186
7.9
396
8.4
1096
8.5
451
8.8
1104
8.4
448
8.6
1098
Platform Additional Functionality
8.2
428
9.2
1162
7.8
399
8.8
1095
7.4
367
8.5
1070
8.0
415
8.9
1118
8.2
427
9.1
1145
Platform Data
7.7
412
8.4
1020
8.0
395
8.7
1062
8.0
410
8.8
1043
Platform
7.8
2230
8.2
2262
7.9
2120
8.0
2061
7.5
1935
Feature Not Available
8.3
2177
8.9
2308
8.6
2155
9.2
2330
7.1
2041
8.9
2227
7.4
2158
8.7
2287
7.7
2147
9.1
2284
Recruiting and Onboarding
8.4
1242
8.0
995
8.2
474
9.0
1144
Platform Basics
8.3
292
Not enough data
8.8
304
Not enough data
8.6
303
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.0
284
Not enough data
8.4
298
Not enough data
8.0
287
Not enough data
8.3
292
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.3
296
Not enough data
8.1
289
Not enough data
8.0
301
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.4
306
Not enough data
7.6
289
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Greenhouse and Gusto are categorized as Onboarding
Unique Categories
Greenhouse is categorized as Candidate Relationship Management, Recruitment Marketing, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Diversity Recruiting, and Recruitment Platforms
Gusto is categorized as Contractor Payments, Contractor Management, Time & Attendance, Benefits Administration, Core HR, Payroll, HCM Software, and Performance Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Greenhouse
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
18.7%
Information Technology and Services
16.1%
Financial Services
5.6%
Marketing and Advertising
4.4%
Staffing and Recruiting
4.3%
Other
50.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.8%
Computer Software
4.9%
Accounting
4.9%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.8%
Hospital & Health Care
4.8%
Other
74.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
Is Greenhouse a CRM?
7 Comments
AB
Greenhouse is more of an ATS, applicant tracking system, but it does have a CRM page/function. Read more
How do you use Greenhouse to capture information regarding immigration status and alerting People Ops to a visa sponsorship need?
4 Comments
Official Response from Greenhouse
Hi Sean,
Many customers in the Greenhouse community ask questions about immigration status or sponsorship directly on the external application. You can...Read more
What is greenhouse recruiting?
3 Comments
JN
An applicant tracking system that allows for interview scheduling, email and offer templates, and data reporting.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
