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Dayforce vs QuickBooks Payroll
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- Employee self-service tools
- On-demand pay through Dayforce Wallet
- Global payroll capabilities
- Highly configurable enterprise platform
- Mobile app for employees and managers
- Customizable reports and analytics
- Transparent pricing
- Tax compliance automation
- Employee self-service portal
- Free guided setup
- Platform complexity may be excessive for very small businesses
- Pricing not publicly disclosed
- May be more expensive than others
- Mobile apps are missing some desktop features
- Steep learning curve for platform
- Limited international presence
Dayforce is a workforce management provider with deep roots in payroll and HR technology. Formerly operating under the Ceridian Dayforce name, the company now focuses exclusively on the Dayforce platform, a comprehensive solution designed to unify employee pay and HR operations. Headquartered in the United States, Dayforce supports businesses by combining real-time pay processing with tools for time tracking, benefits administration, and talent management. Its payroll capabilities include automated tax filing and a self-service portal that gives employees visibility into their pay and records. The Dayforce Wallet adds flexibility by allowing access to earned wages before payday. Reviews often highlight the platform’s efficiency and usability, while customization options and a mobile app help it scale across different business sizes. Security and regulatory compliance remain central to the company’s approach.
QuickBooks Payroll is one of the innovative solutions that are helping businesses streamline their payroll process, ensure tax compliance, and efficiently manage employees. They offer a range of services, including payroll processing automation, employee self-service functions, and automatic tax management. Their software also continuously stays up-to-date with tax regulations, thus providing minimal risks. Some of their competitive edges include their ability to integrate with other products in the QuickBooks ecosystem, helping automate the flow of data between departments. In addition, their customers appreciate the software’s easy-to-use interface and scalability. They are well-established in the market and continue to showcase their innovative approaches to meet changing business needs. They receive predominantly positive feedback from clients and industry insiders but are not accredited by the BBB.
- Free Trial : None
- Pricing Option : Undisclosed
- Transparent Pricing : Unavailable
- Pricing : Quote-based
- Trustpilot Score : 1.5 out of 5
- BBB Rating : B-
- Free Trial : 30 days
- Pricing Option : Monthly flat rate + rate/employee/month
- Transparent Pricing : Available
- Pricing : $22.50/month + $6/employee/month (for the first 3 months)
- Trustpilot Score : 4.6 out of 5
- BBB Rating : N/R
- No setup fee
- Real-time audits
- Reporting and dashboards
- Employee self-service
- 30-day free trial
- Added HR & employee benefits
- Tax penalty protection
- Feature scalability for growing businesses
- 401K Tracking
- API/Integration Capabilities
- Direct Deposit
- FMLA Tracking
- Generation of Pay Stubs & Reports
- Mobile App for Employees
- Multi-Country
- Multi-State
- 401K Tracking
- API/Integration Capabilities
- Direct Deposit
- FMLA Tracking
- Generation of Pay Stubs & Reports
- Mobile App for Employees
- Multi-Country
- Multi-State
- Compliance With State & Federal Tax Laws
- Form 1099-Misc
- Form W-2
- Form W-3
- Form W-4
- Tax Filing
- Compliance With State & Federal Tax Laws
- Form 1099-Misc
- Form W-2
- Form W-3
- Form W-4
- Tax Filing
- Documentation
- FMLA Training
- Live Online
- Videos
- Documentation
- FMLA Training—Undisclosed
- Live Online
- Videos
- Calculate & Pay Employee Salaries
- Real-Time Reports
- Time, Attendance & Overtime Tracking
- Update Real-Time Employee Information
- Calculate & Pay Employee Salaries
- Real-Time Reports
- Time, Attendance & Overtime Tracking
- Update Real-Time Employee Information
- Android
- Cloud-Based
- iOS
- Mac
- Windows
- Android
- Cloud-Based
- iOS
- Mac
- Windows
- Large Businesses
- Medium-Sized Businesses
- Small Businesses
- Large Businesses
- Medium-Sized Businesses
- Small Businesses
- Blog
- Demos
- FAQs
- Help Guides
- Live Chat
- Mobile App
- Phone
- Blog
- Demos—Undisclosed
- FAQs
- Help Guides
- Live Chat
- Mobile App
- Phone
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