Rated 4 out of 5

Design & Usability

Rated 4 out of 5

Customization

Rated 4 out of 5

Integrations

Rated 4 out of 5

Features & Capabilities

Rated 4 out of 5

Mobile Accessibility

Rated 4 out of 5

What is Zoho Payroll?

Zoho Payroll is a cloud-based payroll solution built for businesses that want to manage compensation, taxes, and compliance directly within the Zoho suite. For U.S. users, the software now covers all 50 states, supporting full-service W-2 payroll, automated tax filings, and direct deposit.

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Why we rate it "Maybe"

Zoho Payroll finally covers all 50 states, but that’s not the full picture. The lack of 1099 support and limited flexibility means that for many businesses—especially those with mixed employment types—there are better options. If you're fully embedded in the Zoho ecosystem and only need basic W-2 payroll, it’s worth exploring. Otherwise, tools like Gusto or ADP may serve you better.

Pros

Cons

$190

Up To 3 Employees
Billed Annually

$30

Per Additional Employee

Core Features

  • Automatic Payroll Calculation
  • Supports Hourly & Salary Employees
  • Manage Time-Off Hours
  • Bonus Payrolls
  • And Much More

Current Supported States:

  • California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming