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Wagepoint alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Wagepoint alternative is BrightPay (2.6 GPA). The best free one is Payroll4Free (2.2 GPA).
Wagepoint compared with 6 alternatives: Payworks, BrightPay, Patriot Payroll, Gusto, Paycor and 1 more.
Wagepoint is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $20 per month, plus $4 per employee or contractor. 1 of the 6 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WagepointThis tool | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Payworks | Paid | No | Web |
| BrightPay | Free trial · from £7.00/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Patriot Payroll | Free trial · from $17/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Gusto | From $49/mo | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| Paycor | From $99/mo | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| Payroll4Free | Free plan | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Wagepoint starts at $20 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: BrightPay.
Gusto and Paycor score higher without starting lower. Patriot Payroll starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Wagepoint
Payworks
Canadian payroll and HR service with an instant quote tool
- Payworks also covers employee records.
- Payworks does not cover reports and time off, which Wagepoint does.
Suits: Canadian employers, including in Quebec, that want a service with Canadian-based support
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 employee records.
- BrightPay does not cover reports and time clock, which Wagepoint does.
Suits: UK small businesses that run their own payroll
Patriot Payroll
Low-cost online payroll for small US businesses
- Patriot Payroll starts at $17 per month, plus $4 per worker paid (half price for the first 3 months).
- Patriot Payroll also covers time tracking.
- Patriot Payroll does not cover time clock and time off, which Wagepoint does.
Suits: Very small US businesses that want a low monthly base fee
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 reports, time clock and time off, which Wagepoint does.
Suits: Small US businesses paying W-2 employees and contractors
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 expense tracking.
- Paycor does not cover time clock and time off, which Wagepoint does.
Suits: US businesses under 50 employees that want to see a price before calling sales
Payroll4Free
Free online payroll for US businesses paying nine or fewer people
- Payroll4Free has a free plan, which Wagepoint lacks.
- Payroll4Free does not cover time clock, which Wagepoint does.
Suits: US businesses with nine or fewer people on payroll, paid monthly or less often
Limits worth knowing in Wagepoint
- Runs Canadian payroll only; the pricing page asks for a province.
- Lite is limited to one payroll run per month and one pay group.
- Next-day deposit is included only in Plus and is for eligible businesses; it is an add-on for Lite and Core.
- Pricing is by active employee or contractor, so the monthly cost rises with headcount.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Wagepoint?
The alternatives to Wagepoint in this directory are Payworks, BrightPay, Patriot Payroll, Gusto, Paycor and Payroll4Free. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Wagepoint.
Is there a free alternative to Wagepoint?
Yes. Payroll4Free has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Wagepoint alternatives work on Android?
The Wagepoint listing does not include an Android app. Gusto and Paycor list one.
Which Wagepoint alternatives work on iOS?
The Wagepoint listing does not include an iOS app. Gusto and Paycor 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.