# Page 21 | Patriot Software Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 21 - Is Patriot Software the right Payroll solution for you? Explore 3935 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/116050/Patriot-Software/reviews --- Patriot Software 4.8 (3935) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated April 30th, 2026 # Page 21 - Reviews of Patriot Software ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 501-525 of 3935 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use JB Jennifer B. Owner/Operator Wine and Spirits Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use and a real time-saver!" August 12, 2021 5.0 This saves me so much time each month. I can't imagine trying to calculate payroll manually, or how much is would cost to have an accountant do it. Pros This software is easy to use and saves me so much time every month! It is very intuitive so I have not needed a user manual or anything like that. The few times I have had a question I contacted tech support and they were very helpful and responsive. Cons I wish time-tracking was included for free with the Patriot Payroll Software fee. Reason for choosing Patriot Software Patriot was less expensive and has proven to be easy to use. Review Source CD Cynthia D. Owner Facilities Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Professional and Caring " October 12, 2022 5.0 I never had any glitch issues. Customer service was wonderful . I had questions about tax reporting for my a state and customer service was very knowledgeable and explained everyone sjouke know Pros The price, user friendliness, and customer service is an A+++++ Cons Really can’t say because the service provided everything I needed Alternatives considered [SurePayroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/225706/SurePayroll/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software As soon as I saw the words American Patriot and “By the grace of God”, I knew I wanted to support this business. And after reading the about us section, it was confirmed. Review Source CW Christine W. Bookkeeper Accounting Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Love this Software" January 29, 2020 5.0 Everything has been amazing. The customer service is awesome, the software is easy to use, and the price is just the best. Pros I love everything about this. 1) The ease, it is so easy to use 2) the customer service team is always so helpful and listens to suggestions and has implemented suggestions we have made 3) the Price, we came from Intuit and the price savings was crazy amazing 4) They process all payroll forms, Intuit would not process our local LST returns, but Patriot does, they do them all! Cons The few items I would like to see changed are mainly just with check printing. It would be nice to be able to print DD stubs with a layout that looks like a laser check so that they could be folded and put into double window envelopes like the checks are. The second thing would be to be able the change the stub options on checks. Currently, laser checks take up both stubs on a check to make one pay stub. It would be nice if you could have an option that it all fit on just one of the check stubs, and then repeats again on the second stub for the employer's copy. Reason for choosing Patriot Software They offered all the options we were looking for as accountants processing clients' payrolls along with the price. Review Source RB Richard B. CEO Recreational Facilities and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Patriot Payroll " September 18, 2023 5.0 Overall, I have had a positive experience with Patriot Payroll. Pros Patriot Payroll is very user-friendly and has top-notch customer support. Cons The only issues I've had are resulting from the SVB debacle. Reason for choosing Patriot Software Patriot provided better value and more cost-effective solution. It better-suited the needs of a small business. Review Source Victor E. Bookkeeper Accounting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great!" January 21, 2021 5.0 my overall experience with Patriot Accounting it has been amazing! I literaly started my own business with them! Pros this is a great product for someone that is either new to the accounting business, there is a "how to" video in every part of the software. Cons there is not much to say about this topic, however some older generation would appreciate a desktop version Review Source AK Anjali K. Founder Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best for first time entrepreneurs" December 21, 2023 5.0 Very good and happy that I chose patriot. Pros I’m a first time founder and a single member LLC. Patriot helped me setup the account in 30 mins and even helped me with tax related information which was completely new to me. Icing on the cake is their pricing. Only the cost is cheap but the services are top notch. Cons N/A. Wish to try their accounting but it’s costly imo to me. Alternatives considered [Gusto](https://www.capterra.com/p/131882/Gusto/)[Deel](https://www.capterra.com/p/205015/Deel/)[RUN Powered by ADP](https://www.capterra.com/p/185859/RUN/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software Initially because it’s cheap. However, really liked their pro service atleast when you’re a full service customer. Review Source Janice G. Bookkeeper Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best Customer Service with knowledgeable service providers." January 14, 2021 5.0 We are a very small company and paying a large monthly fee for payroll did not make sense. Their pricing fit in perfectly with our needs. Pros The software is easy to set up and use. The pricing is very fair and affordable. The Customer Service is beyond compare. There are several options for contacting them and I have always spoken to a person who was very knowledgeable. You don't get the feeling that they are reading from a script card. They know what you need and easily convey the solution to any problem you might be having. Cons Getting the initial forms filled out and signed by the owner was a bit of a chore. knew the requirements needed to get the job done and when our forms did not meet those requirements, I had to go back and get them corrected. This issue was completely on our end and because of the expertise of Patriot Software, our forms were accepted by the IRS and the startup of the payroll was able to go off without a hitch. Reason for choosing Patriot Software Quickbooks wanted a lot of money to run payroll through their software. Review Source ML Marilu L. Owner Facilities Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Patriot Software help me with my payroll business. " November 9, 2022 5.0 I solve all the time consuming with payroll and all the deductions that when I stated my business didn’t have much knowledge about it. Patriot help me organize and make my payments be on time. Pros I like the flexibility I have when I do the payroll using and when I don’t know something I call and they answer all my questions in a reasonable time and great customer service. Cons I don’t have anything I don’t like about . Review Source JAT Jo Ann T. Manager Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Patriot Review" April 4, 2024 5.0 Pros The cost of Patriot Payroll Software is compatible with the online payroll industry, and I find that their customer service team is the best. Cons Learning how to create reports to fit my needs. Thank God for their customer service team! Alternatives considered [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software The cost was within my budget at the time of purchase. Review Source AG Annie G. Bookkeeper Farming Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Payroll with Patriot " June 23, 2023 5.0 I love the ease of running payroll. I don’t miss the quickbooks price tag. Pros I love the ease of running payroll from my phone? I love that all of the tax filings are dealt with through patriot. Cons I don’t like how it integrates with quickbooks. It’s not the best. I wish it was a more simple integration with more accurate descriptions of everything. I don’t love that direct deposit takes so long, even with a prefund. And I don’t like the prefund. Review Source KB Katrina B. Owner Recreational Facilities and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Very Small Women Owned Business Patriot is Great" June 15, 2023 4.0 4 stars only had it about 6 months. After a full year I will see how it is preparing W-2s or inactivating staff etc. Pros Easy to use and understand. Very user friendly. Before Patriot I had not run payroll I was mostly a one woman show. I need an affordable software that was easy to use and I could get running quickly. Patriot delivered. Cons Price for each additional employee. Wish this was tiered pricing so you can select a tier and pay one price until you reach the tier limit. Alternatives considered [Gusto](https://www.capterra.com/p/131882/Gusto/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software A friend who has been in business recommended Gusto to me but it had more than I needed and cost more. Her business was more established than mine but maybe as I grow I will consider since it offers more HR features for the same price Review Source DS David S. Sole Member Facilities Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Patriot Payroll makes it so easy. Saves valuable time and resources." March 27, 2024 5.0 Wonderful. Whenever we have a question, the chat feature is so helpful. Helps make the patroll tasks so much easier. They handle it all for us. Pros For years we originally had PP just do the calculations. We wrote the checks and did all the tax filings. We changed over two years ago to full service. It is amazing how much time and effort has been freed up. They do it all. Cons We haven't seen any. We absolutely would recommend PP full service. Review Source AM Amie M. CNA Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Payroll Company" January 27, 2022 4.0 It’s been nice; my company switched to it a year ago and it’s been nice to use ever since we started. Pros I loved how easy and simple it was to use and be able to see all of your hours and deposits per paycheck or payroll. Cons It could look a little bit better maybe a look update? Review Source KA Kevin A. President Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy way to pay taxes" May 2, 2024 5.0 I would recommend it to anyone Is fast easy convenient And very simple to use Pros It is easy fast and convenient. I would recommend it to anyone Cons I don't have any complaints about Review Source KJ Kendra J. Owner Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great payroll program that saves time and money!" September 5, 2022 5.0 The payroll program saves time and money every single week, which adds up to a small business owner! Time is money and when I save time Patriot, I count that as money earned! Pros The program is user friendly and easy to navigate. They store all of my information such as past payrolls, tax information, etc. Customer service is fabulous via online chat or in-person chats. They are always friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and patient with me learning new tax expectations! Cons I do not feel there's anything missing for my needs with Patriot. They are a one-stop shop for my payroll and tax department! Reason for choosing Patriot Software The ease of use was a huge factor of why I chose Patriot! A second reason was the low monthly fees! Review Source Vimal "Vic" B. CPA Accounting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Very easy to use software & customer service is excellent!" January 6, 2021 5.0 This is the only payroll service I recommend to all business owners and all my clients. Pros The software is very simple & easy to use. Has several features, but doesn't overwhelm the user like some of the other fancier more expensive programs that do the exact same thing. Their customer service is also excellent and they are all here in the USA! Cons If we need to reduce the pay for a salaried employee for one payroll due to less hours worked or something, we can't adjust it from the run payroll screen. Alternatives considered [RUN Powered by ADP](https://www.capterra.com/p/185859/RUN/) Switched from [QuickBooks Payroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/174981/QuickBooks/) Pricing & ease of use Review Source bC barbara C. owner Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Love this Payroll software!" October 19, 2022 5.0 Absolutely wonderful. Their customer service is the best. Pros This is so easy to use and when I have a problem they are so helpful to answer and it always works out for me. Cons I don't really have any cons, been using this for 5 years now and they even helped me with the ERC paperwork and I'm getting a refund from the government. Alternatives considered [Square Payments](https://www.capterra.com/p/170278/Square-Payments-Processing/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software Square didn't do two states and we work in two states. Review Source BM Brittany M. MANAGER Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "GREAT SOFTWARE" December 22, 2020 5.0 I AM HAPPY WITH THIS SOFTWARE AND MY EXPERIENCE HAS BEEN WONDERFUL Pros MAKES IT EASY TO PAY EMPLOYEES, KEEP UP WITH INVOICES, AND PAY OUR VENDORS IN A TIMELY MANNER. Cons SOMETIMES IF A CHECK IS ISSUED IN ERROR, IT WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO DELETE THAT PAYMENT, ONLY VOID IT. Alternatives considered [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software WE DECIDED TO GO WITH PATRIOT BECAUSE IT WAS MORE USER FRIENDLY AND HAD EVERYTHING WE NEEDED. Review Source Response from Patriot Software December 30, 2020 Thanks Brittany! We love when our customers realize the benefit of having both accounting and payroll software under one login! We appreciate you sharing your experience! RK Regina K. Manager Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent Payroll Software" June 6, 2021 5.0 Overall, Patriot Payroll is an excellent software product. I saves me time and frustration in getting my employees paid and submitting the proper documentation for tax filings Pros The features I like the most are W-2 and tax filings. Cons My least favorite is the time for submitting direct deposit information. Reason for choosing Patriot Software offered more options and handled the w-2 and tax filings more effectively Review Source eJ ellen J. president Farming Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "needed non web based payroll service" October 19, 2023 5.0 Overall, it's better than nothing but it's bent on being the sole accountant for my business, instead of helping me get it done by myself. Pros Doing payroll with patriot took awhile to set up but once set up is very quick and easy to get done. however unless you pay Patriot to do your payroll and accounting, it's very painstaking to move the information, over to my quickbooks and to pay EDD and Federal taxes on line. Cons If you just made the EDD and Federal payroll taxes accessable to pay with e-filings, this product would be perfect. Switched from [QuickBooks Desktop](https://www.capterra.com/p/212058/QuickBooks-Desktop-Pro/) because Quickbooks went to online only. I don't bank or want to have my taxes and payroll done on line. Review Source Response from Patriot Software October 23, 2023 Thanks for your review and feedback, Ellen! We appreciate your kind words. We do offer free setup for payroll and have several imports in our accounting software. Also, anyone looking to make a switch to Patriot can utilize our US-based support with any questions. LT Loraine T. Attorney Law Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Economical payroll preparation " April 12, 2022 5.0 Pros Ideal for the small employer. All documents are prepared for you. They file the forms and make the payments both State and Federal tax payments. They do not pay retirement benefits but do the figures. You input the number of hours for each employee. The amount of the withholding is withdrawn from your account. All documents are prepared including checks and paystubs. Cons They do not submit retirement payments. It is best to start the system in January as this will include accuracy of all quarters and annual reports. Review Source SG Sheila G. Chairman Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Patriot saves time and prevents headaches" April 1, 2024 5.0 Patriot has been a saver plus it takes a load off my mind and trying to meet all of the deadlines required for payroll tax payments and reporting. Pros It’s easy to use an understand plus, I am confident it is accurate, that the tax reports and payments will be made on time. Cons I can’t think of anything that I don’t like about patriot payroll Review Source ST Seth T. Owner Furniture Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy" April 27, 2024 5.0 Wonderful is the best way i can describe the service. Pros It's easy to do and it takes very little time. Cons The initial setup was a little confusing, but i was able to call and get assistance. Review Source FA Frank A. President Veterinary Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Solid alternative to the big bloated Payroll companies" October 17, 2022 5.0 As a owner with a small practice, I have a lot of hats to wear. Payroll is the least of my jobs I want to wrestle with and Patriot seems to be there most of the time to help. Pros Instead of getting bloated services and paying for them, I can choose what I want for my payroll. Cons The 30 day free trial is in most payroll systems, but I did have a difficult time moving from ADP to Patriot. I hope they have figured out an easier way to transition. Especially when it comes to payroll taxes and figuring out workman's comp insurance audits. Alternatives considered [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) Reason for choosing Patriot Software Cost Switched from [RUN Powered by ADP](https://www.capterra.com/p/185859/RUN/) Cost Review Source DL Dan L. Owner Wholesale Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easy to use" July 28, 2022 5.0 Pros Easy to use, fast customer service. User friendly platform, made payroll easy and fast. Forms and records are clicks away access them. Cons Weekend customer support and better time tracking interface would made this software better. Review Source ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. Talk to a Capterra advisor for free and get results within 15 minutes.