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Gusto vs Homebase: which should you pick in 2026?

Both are strong choices. The short answer: pick Gusto if you are uS small businesses running payroll. Pick Homebase if you are restaurants and retail managing shifts.

GustoHomebase
In one lineFriendly payroll, benefits and HR for small business.Scheduling, time clocks and payroll for hourly teams.
PricingFrom $40/mo + $6/personFree plan; from $20/location/mo
Free tierNoYes
Best forUS small businesses running payrollRestaurants and retail managing shifts
CategoryHR & PayrollHR & Payroll
Websitegusto.comjoinhomebase.com

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