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SurePayroll

by SurePayroll (Paychex)

Last updated Mar 29, 2026 · 1 revision

Simple online payroll for micro-businesses with W-2/1099 support, auto tax filing, and a no-penalty guarantee.

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About This Product

SurePayroll, a Paychex subsidiary, provides streamlined online payroll for very small businesses with W-2 employee and 1099 contractor payment, automatic tax calculations, direct deposit, and a no tax penalty guarantee. For solo HVAC operators or small crews under 20, it offers a simpler and more affordable alternative to the full Paychex Flex platform.

Capabilities

How this product is delivered and what's included out of the box.

Mobile app
Available
Free trial
Yes
Free tier
No
Public API
No
Deployment
Cloud

FSH Score Breakdown

Ease of Use
6.0
Features
4.8
Support
5.0
Value
5.5
Integrations
7.0
AI Capabilities
1.5

Customer Reviews

Features

15 features confirmed across 7categories· Showing confirmed capabilities only

Technician Management6features

Flexible Employee Pay OptionsMultiple pay ratesNew Hire and Separation ManagementNew hire reportingWorkers Compensation ManagementWorkers' compensationBenefits AdministrationBenefits ManagementOnboardingOnboardingDigital Paystub DistributionOnline reports and paystubs 24/7

Accounting Integration4features

Accounting IntegrationAccounting software integrationAutomated PayrollScheduled payroll runsPayroll Tax Filings and DepositsPayroll tax filings and depositsTax FilingTax Filing

Invoicing & Payments1feature

Payment ProcessingDirect deposit

Customer Communication1feature

Customer SupportLive support Monday–Friday

CRM & Sales1feature

Customer OnboardingFree onboarding assistance

Compliance & Safety1feature

Prevailing Wage ComplianceLabor law compliance tools

Platform & Customization1feature

24/7 Access24/7 access to reports and paystubs

Integrations 4 across 1 category

Accounting 4
AccountEdge

AccountEdge

QuickBooks Desktop Native
QuickBooks Online Native
Sage

Sage 50

Pricing

Model
Per User
Starting at
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Notes
SurePayroll by Paychex publishes transparent pricing. Charges only for active employees — per-employee cost adjusts as team size changes. Year-end W-2/1099 forms billed annually at $50 base + $5/form. Unlimited payroll runs. Free direct deposit included.
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