Gusto vs Motion

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Both are used for time tracking, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Gusto or Motion better?

Neither clearly leads. Gusto starts at $49/month and Motion at $19/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Gusto or Motion?

Gusto starts at $49/month and Motion at $19/month.

Does Gusto or Motion run on more platforms?

Gusto runs on Web. Motion runs on Web, iOS, macOS, Windows.

What is Gusto best used for?

Gusto is most often used for payroll processing, benefits administration, tax compliance, employee onboarding. Of those, payroll processing and benefits administration are not what Motion is typically brought in for.

What can Gusto do that Motion cannot?

Gusto covers Automated payroll, Tax filing, Benefits administration, Time tracking. Motion covers AI auto-scheduling, Task prioritization, Project management, Meeting scheduler. Both handle Google Calendar.