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Justworks vs Paylocity

Both stand on payroll compliance software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

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. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or need to compare listed plan prices before choosing.

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Paylocity

Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

Paylocity brings HR, payroll, finance, and IT capabilities together, with mobile features for employee tasks. Prospective customers need to request pricing, and app use depends on having an employer account.

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The facts

	Justworks	Paylocity
Free plan	Not published	No
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Free or on request
Plans published	4	1
Maker	Justworks	Paylocity
Website	justworks.com	paylocity.com
On payroll compliance software	#13 of 19	#9 of 19

Justworks: what it does well

Employer payroll tax filings are included in Payroll.
Multi-state payroll and contractor payments are supported.
PEO Basic includes HR consulting and 24/7 support.
PEO Plus includes medical, dental, and vision administration.
EOR provides global hiring and compliance support.

What to know first

There is no free plan.
The listed plan prices are not provided.
Benefits are an add-on for Payroll.

Paylocity: what it does well

Connects HR, Finance, and IT tools.
Payroll support spans 100+ countries.
Mobile app includes time, pay, and team tasks.
Supports prebuilt integrations and several connection methods.
Offers customized implementation and ongoing support.

What to know first

No free plan is listed.
Pricing is available only by request.
Mobile app features require an employer account.
Solutions are described as customizable modules.

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