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Best Payroll Software in 2026

Payroll software helps employers organize and run payroll. Use this list to compare paid payroll tools available on web, iOS, Android, API, macOS, or Windows.

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    OnPay

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    OnPay brings payroll, HR, benefits and time tracking into one service for small businesses. The stated payroll price is a $49 monthly base fee plus $6 per worker, with one month free to get started.

    6.3 From $49/mo Visit site
  2. 2

    Patriot Payroll

    Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Patriot Payroll covers payroll approvals, employee and contractor access, and optional tax filing for U.S. businesses.

    6.1 From $17/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  3. 3

    ADP Workforce Now

    by ADP Workforce Now
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    ADP Workforce Now covers payroll alongside a range of HR and employee self-service functions. Organizations should review package boundaries and request pricing to assess fit.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  4. 4

    Dayforce Workforce Management

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Choose Dayforce Workforce Management if your organization needs multiple clock-in methods alongside timesheet approvals and attendance reporting.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  5. 5

    RUN Powered by ADP

    by ADP
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    RUN Powered by ADP covers payroll functions alongside a range of HR features, with capabilities varying by plan.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
  6. 6

    Gusto

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Gusto combines payroll with benefits, HR, hiring, and time-management tools for small businesses. Compare both the base monthly amount and per-person charge when considering its plans.

    5.9 Visit site
  7. 7

    Deel

    by Deel
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid

    Choose Deel if you want employee administration and workforce processes across web and mobile, with monthly plans that add capabilities for performance and planning.

    5.8 From $5/user/mo Visit site
  8. 8

    Papaya Global

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Papaya Global combines managed payroll with contractor and employer-of-record services across multiple countries. Its four paid plans have distinct scopes and listed monthly prices, with no free plan.

    5.8 From $29/mo Visit site
  9. 9

    Paychex PEO

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    Paychex PEO brings payroll, benefits, HR, and compliance services together, with support roles that can include HR and safety specialists.

    5.7 Pricing on request Visit site
  10. 10

    Wagepoint

    Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Wagepoint covers Canadian payroll calculations, filings, payments, and employee access in one service. Its Canada-only market and plan structure should guide suitability.

    5.7 From 20 CAD/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
  11. 11

    Paycor

    by Paycor
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1
    5.6 Visit site
  12. 12

    Paycom

    by Paycom
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Paycom combines payroll, HR management, employee self-service, and mobile access, with tools for businesses of different sizes.

    5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  13. 13

    Multiplier Contractor Management

    Paid Web

    Choose Multiplier Contractor Management if your business needs a single web platform for contractor agreements, invoice workflows, expenses, and international payments.

    5.4 Visit site
  14. 14

    Paylocity

    by Paylocity
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Paylocity brings HR, payroll, finance, and IT capabilities together, with mobile features for employee tasks.

    5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  15. 15

    Rippling

    by Rippling
    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Rippling combines HR and workforce features with employee-data controls, integrations, and reporting. Pricing is available on request.

    5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  16. 16

    APS Payroll

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    APS Payroll combines payroll functions with optional attendance and HR features.

    5.3 Visit site
  17. 17

    SurePayroll

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Choose SurePayroll if you want online payroll with unlimited runs and, on Full Service, automatic federal and state tax filing and deposits.

    5.2 From $20/mo Visit site
  18. 18

    Justworks

    by Justworks
    Paid Web

    Choose Justworks if you want payroll with tax filing and multi-state support, or need the HR, benefits, or global hiring services described in its plans.

    4.9 Visit site
  19. 19

    QuickBooks Online

    by Intuit
    Paid WebiPhoneAndroid
    4.3 Visit site
  20. 20

    Square

    Paid
    4.0 Visit site
  21. 21

    Workday Payroll

    by Workday
    Paid
    3.6 Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the pricing model, stated starting price, trial terms, free-plan status, and supported platforms. If reading or changing code matters, check the licence for the tool you are considering.

Questions

Can I try payroll software before paying?

A free trial is offered by items on this list. Patriot Payroll offers a 30-day trial; review the terms for the tool you are considering.

What platforms can payroll software run on?

The listed tools support web, iOS, Android, API, macOS, or Windows. Check the platform field for the tool you want.

Which listed payroll tool has a stated starting price?

Starting prices are listed for OnPay at $49/mo, Papaya Global at $29/mo, and Patriot Payroll at $17/mo. Other entries may use pricing on request or give no starting price.

Which tools list pricing on request?

Dayforce Workforce Management and Paychex PEO provide pricing on request.

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