Side-by-side comparison: pricing, features, free trial, and verified scores.
Gusto is a full-service US payroll, benefits, and HR platform loved by small businesses for its simplicity and design.
Rippling is the only platform that manages HR, IT, and Finance in one place, from payroll and benefits to devices and apps.
| Feature |
G
Gusto
Onboarding HRIS and Payroll
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R
Rippling
Onboarding HRIS and Payroll
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|---|---|---|
| Scores (Verified User Reviews) | ||
| Support Score |
8.6/5
|
7.6/5
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| Maintain Score |
7.4/5
|
9.0/5
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| Platform Score |
9.0/5
|
6.7/5
|
| Total Reviews | 11 verified reviews | 11 verified reviews |
| Key Specifications | ||
| Category | Onboarding HRIS and Payroll | Onboarding HRIS and Payroll |
| Best For | Smb | Midmarket |
| Pricing Model | Per user | Per user |
| Starting Price | From $40/month + $6/employee | From $8/user/month |
| Free Trial | ✓ Yes | No |
| AI Features | No | No |
| Deployment | cloud | cloud |
| Category-Specific Features | ||
| Full-service Payroll | Yes | — |
| Benefits Admin | Yes | Yes |
| Contractor Payments | Yes | — |
| Payroll | — | Yes |
| IT Management | — | Yes |
| View Full Details | View Gusto | View Rippling |
It depends on your priorities. Gusto stands out for: Gusto offers a free trial — Rippling does not list one. Gusto is positioned for smb teams.
Both are Onboarding HRIS and Payroll tools. See the full comparison table below for pricing, deployment, and feature differences.
Both use per user pricing — check each vendor's site for current rates.