Compare QuickBooks Payroll and SurePayroll 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (91.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $50.00 Per Month
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QuickBooks Payroll
Star Rating
(492)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $50.00 Per Month
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Star Rating
(532)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that SurePayroll excels in user-friendliness, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface. One user mentioned, "It is easy and user friendly," making it a strong choice for small businesses looking for a straightforward payroll solution.
- Users say that QuickBooks Payroll offers seamless integration with QuickBooks Online, which is a significant advantage for those already using the accounting software. A reviewer noted, "I like that it integrates with QBO," indicating that this feature enhances overall efficiency for users.
- According to verified reviews, SurePayroll stands out for its exceptional customer support, with users praising the setup assistance they received. One user specifically commended the support they received during account setup, stating, "Daniel Moran was amazing and played a significant role in making the setup process very easy."
- Reviewers mention that QuickBooks Payroll is fast and efficient, with one user expressing nostalgia for its ease of use, saying, "So fast and easy. I honestly miss it." This highlights its effectiveness in streamlining payroll tasks for users.
- G2 reviewers highlight SurePayroll's strong performance in handling complex payroll tasks, such as tax calculations and direct deposits. Users appreciate that it "made the fussy parts of being an employer go away," showcasing its reliability in managing essential payroll functions.
- Users indicate that while QuickBooks Payroll has a solid feature set, it may not be as efficient as some dedicated payroll systems. One reviewer noted, "It isn't as efficient as some other 3rd party payroll systems," suggesting that users might find better performance elsewhere if they prioritize payroll-specific features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
QuickBooks Payroll
Core
Starting at $50.00
Per Month
Cover the basics—easily pay your team and have your payroll taxes done for you.
Includes:
- Automated payroll processing
- Federal and state tax calculations and filings
- Next-day direct deposit
SurePayroll
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Free Trial
QuickBooks Payroll
No trial information availableSurePayroll
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
400
8.9
447
Ease of Use
9.1
407
8.9
452
Ease of Setup
8.5
267
8.8
311
Ease of Admin
8.8
260
9.1
308
Quality of Support
8.9
380
8.7
447
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
268
9.0
309
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
393
8.0
446
Features by Category
Core HR
8.8
199
Not enough data
8.6
190
Not enough data
7.2
107
Not enough data
8.0
137
Not enough data
8.6
158
Not enough data
8.8
189
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.8
36
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
204
Not enough data
7.5
143
Not enough data
7.5
127
Not enough data
8.7
220
Not enough data
8.6
208
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
8.1
203
Not enough data
8.6
215
Not enough data
Employee Self Service
8.0
36
|
Verified
8.7
330
|
Verified
7.4
26
|
Verified
8.0
188
|
Verified
7.2
27
|
Verified
7.9
195
|
Verified
Administration
8.9
41
|
Verified
9.1
369
|
Verified
7.7
36
|
Verified
8.2
191
|
Verified
8.6
36
|
Verified
9.3
356
|
Verified
8.1
31
|
Verified
8.7
183
|
Verified
8.4
33
|
Verified
8.7
265
|
Verified
7.8
29
|
Verified
8.4
140
|
Verified
8.3
26
|
Verified
9.0
251
|
Verified
8.5
34
|
Verified
8.9
261
|
Verified
8.4
29
|
Verified
9.0
245
|
Verified
Taxes
8.7
37
|
Verified
9.1
347
|
Verified
7.7
33
|
Verified
9.1
247
|
Verified
8.1
28
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Integration
7.5
22
|
Verified
8.1
106
|
Verified
7.6
29
|
Verified
8.5
46
8.6
36
|
Verified
8.4
53
8.3
24
|
Verified
8.5
43
Platform
8.0
37
|
Verified
8.9
337
|
Verified
8.4
36
|
Verified
9.0
327
|
Verified
8.1
38
|
Verified
9.1
346
|
Verified
7.4
32
|
Verified
9.0
271
|
Verified
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.0
200
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.0
193
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
9.3
200
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
8.7
155
Not enough data
Benefits Administration Platform Features
9.0
200
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
9.0
193
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
9.3
200
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
9.2
169
Not enough data
8.7
155
Not enough data
8.4
116
Not enough data
7.6
45
Not enough data
8.1
56
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
33
Not enough data
6.8
32
Not enough data
7.0
32
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
204
Not enough data
7.5
143
Not enough data
7.5
127
Not enough data
8.7
220
Not enough data
8.6
208
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
8.1
203
Not enough data
8.6
215
Not enough data
Basics
7.8
65
Not enough data
8.5
80
Not enough data
8.6
80
Not enough data
7.7
57
Not enough data
Data
8.2
90
Not enough data
8.0
87
Not enough data
8.1
82
Not enough data
Logistics
7.9
66
Not enough data
8.7
83
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Offboarding
5.7
5
Not enough data
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
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.2
132
Not enough data
8.8
147
Not enough data
9.1
151
Not enough data
7.5
96
Not enough data
8.6
125
Not enough data
8.3
119
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.8
139
Not enough data
7.8
96
Not enough data
7.7
99
Not enough data
8.7
139
Not enough data
8.9
142
Not enough data
Platform Data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.5
118
Not enough data
8.8
114
Not enough data
Platform
8.2
204
Not enough data
7.5
143
Not enough data
7.5
127
Not enough data
8.7
220
Not enough data
8.6
208
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
8.1
203
Not enough data
8.6
215
Not enough data
Recruiting and Onboarding
7.0
77
Not enough data
9.0
140
Not enough data
Documentation - I-9 Compliance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
QuickBooks Payroll and SurePayroll are categorized as Payroll
Unique Categories
QuickBooks Payroll is categorized as Offboarding, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Core HR, and I-9 Compliance
SurePayroll has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
QuickBooks Payroll
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SurePayroll
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
6.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.3%
Hospital & Health Care
6.1%
Insurance
5.7%
Accounting
4.8%
Other
70.6%
Insurance
5.8%
Financial Services
5.2%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
5.0%
Individual & Family Services
4.6%
Accounting
4.4%
Other
75.0%
Discussions
Did you ever use GoCo as a repository for your documents?
2 Comments
ST
Goco makes it easy to customize, send and store all documents needed.Read more
What makes GoCo different from other HR platforms?
2 Comments
Official Response from GoCo
GoCo is the only HR platform compatible with any payroll and benefit providers. We design intuitive features to sustain long-term growth, and eliminate the...Read more
Does GoCo support both salaried employees and 1099 contractors?
2 Comments
Official Response from GoCo
Yes, GoCo makes it easy to hire or import both full-time and part-time employees, as well as 1099 contractors. Read more
How can I get customer support to adjust the initial payroll entries and to read my reports?
4 Comments
DM
I would go on their chat option & see what that representative says OR call their # before Christmas comes and they are closed so you can get some answers. I...Read more
What’s the difference between an exempt and nonexempt worker?
2 Comments
LS
Nonexempt workers are covered by the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which specified minimum
wage, overtime rules and record-keeping requirements....Read more
Which software is best for payroll?
1 Comment
HK
Sure Payroll is the best but you may try Zoho as well.Read more
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