Alternatives · Payroll
Payworks alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Payworks alternative is BrightPay (2.6 GPA).
Payworks compared with 4 alternatives: Wagepoint, BrightPay, Paycor and Gusto.
Payworks's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. None of the alternatives has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
How each one differs from Payworks
Wagepoint
Canadian payroll with T4s, ROEs and optional time tracking
- Wagepoint starts at $20 per month, plus $4 per employee or contractor.
- Wagepoint also covers reports and time off.
- Wagepoint does not cover employee records, which Payworks does.
Suits: Canadian small businesses that want flat, published payroll pricing
BrightPay
UK cloud payroll with HMRC submissions and auto-enrolment
- BrightPay starts at £7.00 per month, billed annually (£8.25 billed monthly), + VAT.
- BrightPay also covers time off.
- BrightPay does not cover time clock, which Payworks does.
Suits: UK small businesses that run their own payroll
Paycor
US payroll and HR software, with published prices under 50 staff
- Paycor starts at $99 per month, plus $5 per employee.
- Paycor also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Paycor also covers reports and expense tracking.
- Paycor does not cover time clock and employee records, which Payworks does.
Suits: US businesses under 50 employees that want to see a price before calling sales
Gusto
Payroll and HR for small businesses, with apps for owners and staff
- Gusto starts at $49 per month, plus $6 per person paid (Simple).
- Gusto also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Gusto also covers time tracking and expense tracking.
- Gusto does not cover time clock and employee records, which Payworks does.
Suits: Small US businesses paying W-2 employees and contractors
Limits worth knowing in Payworks
- No prices are published; the site offers an instant quote form, so cost cannot be compared before contact.
- Serves Canadian employers only.
- The small business offering is aimed at 1 to 75 employees; larger employers are pointed to corporate solutions.
- Onboarding is handled through a five-step implementation with a dedicated specialist rather than self-signup.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Payworks?
The alternatives to Payworks in this directory are Wagepoint, BrightPay, Paycor and Gusto. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Payworks.
Is there a free alternative to Payworks?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Wagepoint and BrightPay offer a free trial.
Which Payworks alternatives work on Android?
The Payworks listing does not include an Android app. Paycor and Gusto list one.
Which Payworks alternatives work on iOS?
The Payworks listing does not include an iOS app. Paycor and Gusto list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.


