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Compare Patriot Payroll and SurePayroll 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (96.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (91.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $17.00 Per Month
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Patriot Payroll
Star Rating
(555)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (96.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $17.00 Per Month
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Star Rating
(527)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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- Users report that SurePayroll's "Ease of Setup" is rated at 8.9, which is slightly lower than Patriot Payroll's 9.2. Reviewers mention that while SurePayroll is user-friendly, some users found the initial setup process to be a bit more time-consuming compared to the streamlined experience offered by Patriot Payroll.
- Reviewers say that Patriot Payroll excels in "Quality of Support," scoring 9.7 compared to SurePayroll's 8.7. Users on G2 highlight that the responsiveness and helpfulness of Patriot Payroll's support team significantly enhance their overall experience.
- Users say that both platforms offer solid "Tax Filing" capabilities, but Patriot Payroll shines with a score of 9.8 versus SurePayroll's 9.1. Reviewers mention that the automatic tax payment feature in Patriot Payroll is particularly praised for its reliability and ease of use.
- G2 users report that SurePayroll's "Employee Self Service" web portal scores 8.7, while Patriot Payroll's portal is rated at 9.5. Users mention that the latter provides a more intuitive interface and better mobile access, making it easier for employees to manage their information.
- Reviewers mention that SurePayroll's "Pre-tax Deductions" feature scores 8.8, which is lower than Patriot Payroll's 9.5. Users report that the latter offers more flexibility and options for managing pre-tax deductions, which is a significant advantage for businesses looking to optimize employee benefits.
- Users on G2 highlight that both platforms have strong "Performance and Reliability," but Patriot Payroll edges out with a score of 9.7 compared to SurePayroll's 9.1. Reviewers say that the consistent uptime and fast processing times of Patriot Payroll contribute to a smoother payroll experience.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Patriot Payroll
Basic Payroll
Starting at $17.00
Per Month
$17/mo + $4 per employee or 1099 contractor. For USA business owners with 1-500 employees. You run payroll and handle your own taxes.
- Free USA-based Setup & Support
- Free Direct Deposit or Printable Checks
- No Tax Tables to Download
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Patriot Payroll
Free Trial is available
SurePayroll
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.6
458
8.9
443
Ease of Use
9.6
461
8.9
448
Ease of Setup
9.2
290
8.9
307
Ease of Admin
9.6
289
9.2
306
Quality of Support
9.7
447
8.7
443
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
287
9.1
307
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
445
8.0
443
Features by Category
Employee Self Service
9.5
292
|
Verified
8.7
327
|
Verified
8.5
68
8.0
185
|
Verified
9.1
147
|
Verified
8.0
192
|
Verified
Administration
9.7
358
|
Verified
9.1
366
|
Verified
9.0
179
|
Verified
8.2
188
|
Verified
9.2
255
|
Verified
9.3
353
|
Verified
9.1
158
|
Verified
8.7
180
|
Verified
9.5
232
|
Verified
8.8
262
|
Verified
9.0
113
|
Verified
8.4
137
|
Verified
9.5
182
|
Verified
9.0
248
|
Verified
9.4
271
|
Verified
8.9
258
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
9.0
242
|
Verified
Taxes
9.7
346
|
Verified
9.2
344
|
Verified
9.8
306
|
Verified
9.1
244
|
Verified
9.7
294
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Integration
8.4
60
|
Verified
8.2
103
|
Verified
9.0
116
|
Verified
8.6
43
8.8
121
|
Verified
8.6
51
8.8
91
|
Verified
8.7
41
Platform
9.3
322
|
Verified
8.9
335
|
Verified
9.3
99
9.0
325
|
Verified
9.7
336
|
Verified
9.1
344
|
Verified
9.5
279
|
Verified
9.0
269
|
Verified
Platform Basics
9.5
23
Not enough data
9.3
23
Not enough data
Platform Administration
8.3
13
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
9.2
22
Not enough data
Platform Payment Content
9.4
19
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.8
17
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Patriot Payroll and SurePayroll are categorized as Payroll
Unique Categories
Patriot Payroll is categorized as Contractor Payments
SurePayroll has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Patriot Payroll
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SurePayroll
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Accounting
11.1%
Retail
5.4%
Construction
5.0%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.8%
Financial Services
4.1%
Other
69.7%
Insurance
5.6%
Financial Services
5.2%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.9%
Individual & Family Services
4.7%
Accounting
4.5%
Other
75.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Patriot Payroll
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Shelley S.
Verified User in Design
I love the ease of use of the program. I love the flexibility of all of the options for the program. I know the value of service is incredible compared to other payroll services.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Kristi O.
Verified User in Health, Wellness and Fitness
I do not like the fact that you have to enter payroll early, and in order to use direct deposit they withdraw the money 5 days early.
SurePayroll
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Jonathan S.
Verified User in Retail
Quickness and convenience. I can get my payroll done in about 10-15 minutes, a bonus when I have a full-time job and a small business. I can get quick access to any report I ever need. Everything electronic is awesome, and managing employee information...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Jason A.
Verified User in Management Consulting
I was notified by my state that they have no proof of wage withholding taxes being paid -- for years! SurePayroll has been debiting my account to pay these taxes, which amount to thousands of dollars. SurePayroll has the correct state account information,...
Shelley S.
Verified User in Design
I love the ease of use of the program. I love the flexibility of all of the options for the program. I know the value of service is incredible compared to other payroll services.
Jonathan S.
Verified User in Retail
Quickness and convenience. I can get my payroll done in about 10-15 minutes, a bonus when I have a full-time job and a small business. I can get quick access to any report I ever need. Everything electronic is awesome, and managing employee information...
Kristi O.
Verified User in Health, Wellness and Fitness
I do not like the fact that you have to enter payroll early, and in order to use direct deposit they withdraw the money 5 days early.
Jason A.
Verified User in Management Consulting
I was notified by my state that they have no proof of wage withholding taxes being paid -- for years! SurePayroll has been debiting my account to pay these taxes, which amount to thousands of dollars. SurePayroll has the correct state account information,...
Discussions
What does a payroll software do?
4 comments
LH
It takes care of paying employees by tracking hours, sending direct deposits, and withholding the appropriate taxes.Read more
Is there an end of the year W2 charge?
2 comments
MB
With Patriot Software's Full Service payroll, the end of the year filings is included at no additional charge.Read more
Is the below possible?
2 comments
FD
Nothing internally that I know of, but we use GSuite and set up reminders that way.Read more
How can I get customer support to adjust the initial payroll entries and to read my reports?
4 comments
CH
Good luck getting answers. Sure Payroll is the worst!Read more
What’s the difference between an exempt and nonexempt worker?
2 comments
LS
Nonexempt workers are covered by the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which specified minimum
wage, overtime rules and record-keeping requirements....Read more
What’s the difference between bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll?
1 comment
BR
Bi-weekly is every 2 weeks with paydate on same day each cycle.
Semi-monthly is twice a month, usually on 1st & 16th, but falls on date, rather than day. If...Read more
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