Payroll Connected Reviews

Most HR software is built for the US market and adapted for Canada as an afterthought — missing native payroll compliance, storing data on American servers, and offering no French-language support. Folks is different. A Canadian-owned platform designed from day one for the way Canadian businesses actually run. Folks handles CRA-compliant payroll natively: automatic T4 and RL-1 generation, ROE filing to Service Canada, CPP/QPP/CPP2 and EI deductions, multi-province tax calculations, WSIB/WCB, Ontario EHT, and direct deposit — no third-party payroll provider needed. The platform also covers HRIS, applicant tracking with AI-powered candidate matching and integrations with Indeed, LinkedIn, Jobillico, and Talent.com, plus performance management with 360° evaluations. SOC 2 Type 2 certified, with all data hosted exclusively in Canada — governed by PIPEDA and provincial privacy laws, not the US CLOUD Act. Fully bilingual in English and French. Plans start at $6/employee/month. 1,200+ Canadian SMBs across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services already made the switch.

Gusto is an all-in-one platform designed to simplify payroll, HR, and employee benefits management for small and medium-sized businesses. It enables businesses to run payroll quickly and accurately while automatically filing taxes and ensuring compliance with regulations. The platform identifies tax credits and cost-saving opportunities, helping businesses maximize their financial efficiency. Gusto also offers comprehensive employee benefits, including health insurance, financial benefits, and workers’ compensation, all managed in one place. Its hiring and onboarding tools make it easy to recruit, hire, and integrate new employees with streamlined workflows and customizable checklists. The platform includes time tracking, talent management, and reporting features, providing a complete view of workforce operations. Gusto supports solopreneurs by enabling compliant self-payroll and simplifying tax obligations for independent business owners. Its automation reduces administrative workload, saving businesses significant time each year. The system is designed to be user-friendly, allowing teams to manage complex HR tasks without specialized expertise. Gusto also provides insights and reporting tools to help businesses make data-driven decisions about their workforce. With its scalable features, it can grow alongside a business as its needs evolve. The platform is widely trusted by a large customer base for its reliability and performance. By combining payroll, HR, and benefits into one solution, Gusto eliminates the need for multiple tools. Ultimately, it empowers businesses to manage their teams more efficiently while staying compliant and focused on growth.

OneAdvanced Payroll is a comprehensive payroll management solution designed for organisations with complex workforce needs. It simplifies every stage of payroll processing, from calculations to compliance and reporting. The software automates salary payments, overtime, bonuses, pensions, and statutory deductions with real-time accuracy. HMRC recognition ensures organisations meet regulatory requirements with confidence. Payroll integrates seamlessly with workforce management solutions to capture attendance, overtime, and shift premiums automatically. Employees can securely access payslips and tax documents through digital delivery. Flexible pay options, including earned wage access, improve employee satisfaction. Advanced reporting provides insights into payroll costs and trends. Custom access controls ensure sensitive data is protected at all times. The platform supports mobile and desk-free teams with anytime access. High-speed processing enables faster payroll runs, even for large workforces. OneAdvanced Payroll helps organisations reduce errors, save time, and maintain employee trust.