QuickBooks Payroll Review 2025
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About QuickBooks Payroll
QuickBooks Payroll, by Intuit, is a comprehensive payroll solution for small businesses, offering automated payroll, tax filings, and HR support. It integrates seamlessly with QuickBooks Online for streamlined bookkeeping.
Our review, conducted by Top10Accounting's Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisors, is based on our independent methodology, detailed on our How We Rank page.
Key Features
Auto Payroll
Automate salaried employee payroll with no manual entry (Core and above).
Tax Filings
Automatic federal and state tax calculations and filings.
Same-Day Deposit
Pay employees or contractors with same-day direct deposit.
HR Support
Access HR tools and compliance resources (Premium/Elite plans).
Pricing Plan
Core
$45/month + $5/employee
Basic payroll with auto payroll and tax filings.
Premium
$80/month + $8/employee
Adds same-day deposit and HR support center.
Elite
$125/month + $10/employee
Includes white-glove setup, tax penalty protection, and 24/7 support.
Special Offer: Get 50% off QuickBooks Payroll plans (Core, Premium, Elite) for the first 3 months. Valid for new U.S. customers until December 31, 2025. Terms apply; see QuickBooks website.
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Pros and Cons
Pros
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Seamless integration with QuickBooks Online.
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Automated tax filings save time and reduce errors.
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Same-day direct deposit for faster payments.
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30-day free trial or 50% off for 3 months.
Cons
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Per-employee fees can add up for larger teams.
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Advanced HR features limited to Premium/Elite plans.
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Requires QuickBooks Online for full functionality.
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Setup may be complex without ProAdvisor support.
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