# Page 2 | Square Payroll Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - Is Square Payroll the right Payroll solution for you? Explore 621 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/170266/Square-Payroll/reviews --- Square Payroll 4.7 (621) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/170266/Square-Payroll/alternatives/) 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 May 4th, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of Square Payroll ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 621 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use VR Verified Reviewer Owner Outsourcing/Offshoring Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Satisfied customer" April 11, 2026 5.0 Overall, my experience with Square Payroll has been positive. It’s user-friendly, efficient, and handles payroll processing and tax filings reliably, though it lacks some advanced features found in more robust platforms. Pros Its simplicity and ease of use—especially how it automates taxes and integrates seamlessly with Square’s ecosystem Cons Limited customization and reporting capabilities, along with fewer advanced HR features compared to more comprehensive payroll platforms. Review Source ES Emily S. Owner Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Square Payroll 10/10" July 7, 2025 5.0 Pros I like that staff can clock in and clock out for their shifts with Square Payroll, their tips are automatically added to their paycheck along with commission, and I receive test messages when a payroll run is about to happen so I can double check it. Staff can also adjust their time cards and send it in as a request if they forget to clock in/out which makes it super simple for me! Plus, they handle my new hire paperwork, quarterly payroll filings and TAXES. They can also request vacation through Payroll and I am sure I am forgetting other features that happen in the background! Cons I wish it Square Payroll/shifts synced up with Square Appointments so I don't have to schedule staff shifts & staff appointment windows; I am basically scheduling twice. Alternatives considered [Gusto](https://www.capterra.com/p/131882/Gusto/) Reason for choosing Square Payroll I was already using Square Appointments and wanted to use a fully integrated system. Review Source MD Maggie D. Owner Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Value and Easy to Use!" October 24, 2025 5.0 Overall, the software is a great value and it's money well spent. It offers everyone ease of use and is reliable. If you are looking for a simple software that makes running payroll easy, then look no further.. However, if your business requires highly complex custom reporting or deeply integrated HR functions, you may find the platform too basic for your long-term needs. Pros Square is great because it's easily integrated with other systems. Because of this it is easy to use them for other things like timecards, tips, commissions, and more. The system is incredibly easy to set up and run. So far all of our team has been able to use it easily. Running payroll is easy and takes very little time since all the staff uses it. Cons We have 2 main issues with the software and that's making it more customizable and also getting customer service support is sometime difficult. Since square makes the software easy to use it sometimes lacks in certain areas. It would also be nice if customer service had extended hours because a lot of our staff works late. Switched from [GUSTO PRODUCT SUITE](https://www.capterra.com/p/174912/GUSTO-PMS-Suite/) Needed something that everyone could use. Review Source Joe H. Owner Hospitality Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great solution for payroll " March 26, 2026 5.0 Pros Square payroll has come a very long way. With features now like deductions, PTO tracking, time tracking, all integrated into the point of sales system— you can’t really beat the solution if you use the POS. Cons Took awhile to get to full parity to many large competitors but they eventually made it happen! Also, the customer service can be a bit lacking. Review Source CBC Carolyn Black-Coffey C. Owner, President Consumer Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Square got me organized, and now payroll is so much easier." June 10, 2025 5.0 Square has been immeasurably helpful with getting and keeping me organized in regard to payroll. They send reminders and make sure I'm following all the local, state and federal laws, and organize my employee taxes so easily. Now that we have been using it for a year or more, its practically automated. The transition was harder for me, as my former payroll company had a more manual system, and the formatting process was harder for me to understand than Square. The other company made it too complicated, and Square is much easier to use and navigate, once you get used to the system. It was tough, but their customer service team was always there, ready with a real person to help guide me. You should try them. Pros Very easy to track and import wages. a 3 minute process. I went from a manual system to this. No more anxiety around payroll anymore. I know its correct. Taxes are shipped off and on time every time. Cons The set up was a bit tough for me, as I was in over my head with the tech at first. But they held my hand and answered every question I had. Switched from [Auris](https://www.capterra.com/p/195073/Heartland-Payroll-HR/) They were bulky, and I was frustrated with some of the other products I was using with them. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CEO Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Effortless Payroll for Small Businesses" July 23, 2025 5.0 Overall, Square Payroll has been a simple, reliable solution that made managing employee and contractor payments stress-free. Pros Square Payroll makes it incredibly easy to run payroll, handle tax filings, and pay contractors with just a few clicks. Cons Some features feel a bit limited for growing businesses, and customer support response times could be improved. Alternatives considered [QuickBooks Payroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/174981/QuickBooks/) Reason for choosing Square Payroll I chose Square Payroll because it integrates seamlessly with Square POS, is easy to set up, and offers transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Review Source MR Melissa R. Owner Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Square Payroll" March 25, 2026 5.0 10 out of 10. I am so glad that i started using Square Payroll. It's very affordable and easy to navigate. Pros I love that Square Payroll is very affordable and easy to use. I highly recommended Square Payroll for anyone looking for a software to use for Payroll Cons I haven't had any bad experiences with Square Payroll everything works just great and very fast and secured. Review Source KG Kim G. Brand management Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Recommend to all" January 19, 2026 5.0 User friendly and keeps everything organized and very helpful in my business. Fast easy payments. Recommend to all Pros User friendly and customer support is very helpful. Overall great for processing payments quickly. Keeps everything simple Cons Nothing I dislike. It’s convenient and user friendly for all my clients and myself. Good options to use Review Source MS Michelle S. Owner Restaurants Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The ideal Payroll System for Small Business Owners" November 25, 2024 5.0 We've been using Square Payroll for 7 years now, and have had an exceptional experience. It was intuitive and easy to use to begin with, but they keep adding products and improving functionality. Pros There is so much to love about Square Payroll, but ease of use is at the top of the list. Our team members are able to clock in/out on our POS, which populates timecard info that is imported to run Payroll. I can track & pay out PTO, withhold Child Support payments, distribute tips -- it's all super intuitive and clear, for both me and my employees. I also love that they automatically withhold and remit Payroll Taxes. It gives me a ton of peace of mind! Cons Honestly, I can't think of any Cons. It's intuitive, easy to use, and affordable. It integrates with our POS & there's an App where team members can access their paystub and tax information -- it's a great system! Review Source DK Denise K. Director Hospitality Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Sum it up " September 27, 2024 4.0 Really good piece of software is equal to other brands Pros Easy to use was efficient and fast to use Cons Nothing it was all fine there was nothing to dislike Review Source KO Kelli O. Office Manager Utilities Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "My Square Payroll Software Review" April 16, 2022 3.0 Square Payroll's dashboard was very easy to navigate, the software itself was self explanatory & for the most part easy to use, but i ran into a few problems when it came to direct deposit, employee requested time off, & it was also a little more expensive then other payroll software programs. Pros The dashboard of Square Payroll was very easy to use & navigate, I had ran into alot of problems when it came to time off requests & also direct deposits being made on time/payday. Cons That there were a few times that employee direct deposits were not deposited when they were to be deposited ie: payday. The software was more expensive than other payroll programs I have used in the past. Switched from [QuickBooks Payroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/174981/QuickBooks/) Our company wanted to upgrade some programs & decided to give Square Payroll a try. Review Source FP Francel P. Owner Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Square Payroll" June 15, 2021 5.0 I am able to make Square Payroll our one stop shop. It files and pays our quarterly taxes, W-2's, Worker's Comp Insurance, Employee Benefits, and Wage Garnishments. Pros Square Payroll is super user friendly. It has a ton of features we use such as time tracking, direct deposit, and benefits. Cons I would prefer if we could change the cut off day time to a day later in the week but still allow for Friday direct deposits. Currently the cutoff is set to 11pm on Monday for a Friday direct deposit. Mondays are always super busy for us and there are many times I am unable to get payroll in on time, resulting in me having to write checks. Alternatives considered [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) Reason for choosing Square Payroll The ease of use plus it is cheaper. Review Source Ashley D. President Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Love the square payroll app it's a life saver." September 28, 2022 5.0 Pros I love that The square payroll app makes it easy and my life so much more simpler. Cons There is absolutely nothing that I do not like about the square payroll app. Review Source Troy B. Marketing Manager Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Square Payroll makes Payroll easy" July 27, 2022 5.0 Pros The Direct Deposit feature of Square Payroll makes paying employees a very streamlined and simple procedure. The W-2 Preparation features makes tax season a breeze. Sending employees W2s is all within the app. Vacation/Leave Tracking has truly increased the productivity of payroll and bookkeeping. This is the ultimate feature for this application. Cons I feel as though with time Square Payroll will rollout a more aesthetically pleasing interface but I do not find any cons. Switched from [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/) The ease of the Square POS system is excellent with its integration with many different applications and tools. Customer Relationship Management and Payroll have become a much easier and simpler job. Review Source DH DuWayne H. Owner Restaurants Used the software for: 2+ years ### "It doesn't get any easier than this!" July 15, 2021 5.0 Far less time setting up new employees, minimal time spent processing payroll and several hundred dollars a month in savings. Pros I love the simplicity of using Square payroll. It is simple to set up and to use. It is also one of the least expensive payroll options out there. Cons I wish that it had a simple way of looking up employee's wage history (when raises were given specifically) Alternatives considered [QuickBooks Payroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/174981/QuickBooks/) Reason for choosing Square Payroll simplicity and price Review Source RB Richard B. Owner Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Square Payroll" May 20, 2021 5.0 I run my payroll on a bi-weekly basis. The use of this software means that I do not have to worry about filing the various and sundry state and local tax statements quarterly and annually. This is done automatically. I also do not have to figure out the various taxes to be withheld. The software does it. Although I have a small business, I can run payroll in less that five minutes. It doesn't matter if I am in my high season, or my low season, it takes the same amount of time because of the integration. Pros I own a small gelato shop. I use Square as my POS, my time card system and for my payroll. The integration of the products is seamless. The time card system allows the employee to clock in and out and that time flows right into the payroll. The time card system also allows me to add a lunch break or correct a timecard if someone forgot to clock in or out. The flow from timecards to payroll is a click of the button. The payroll system also allows for individual benefits, both pre- and post-tax and both hourly or salaried employees. The taxes are paid by Square and are calculated and paid on-time, removing a big headache for me. The tax reports are easily accessible and can be downloaded for those time when they are needed, like for PPP or other loans. Cons The only time that I have had to call support was to find out how to put in a post-tax benefit. That was not intuitive in the software, but very easily done once you knew which button to click. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Admin Retail Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Effortless Payroll Management with Square Payroll: A Salon Admin's Perspective" March 28, 2024 5.0 Pros As the administrator of a bustling salon, managing payroll has always been one of my most time-consuming tasks, until I switched to Square Payroll. The integration of payroll management into our existing Square ecosystem was seamless, streamlining our operations significantly. What stood out to me was the user-friendly interface that made navigation and payroll processing a breeze, even for those less tech-savvy. The automation of tax filings and payments lifted a huge burden off our shoulders, ensuring compliance without the hassle. Another major plus was the direct deposit feature, which our employees appreciated for its convenience and reliability. Additionally, the ability to handle both employee and contractor payments through the same platform was a game-changer, simplifying year-end tax form distribution. Square Payroll's transparent pricing, with no hidden fees, meant we could budget more effectively, knowing exactly what our expenses would be month-to-month. Cons I can't think of anything that I didn't really like about Square Payroll. Review Source Chandra D. Owner Cosmetics Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Payroll Basics Covered" August 28, 2021 5.0 Other than the additional Square account, I am/was super happy with the software. Perfect for startups and small businesses. I highly recommend! Pros I loved that this was plug and play ready, user friendly and made payroll less of a headache. Tracking hours, schedules and pay was extremely easy and they handled all the government paperwork after set up. Reminders were super helpful and I never missed payroll deadlines. Cons I didn't like that I couldn't activate previously canceled plans. Since the pandemic caused me to temporarily shutdown I had to cancel the service to save the monthly fee. I was super disappointed that I had to create a NEW Square account just to get access to the plan again. In doing so, I had two locations, two Square accounts and double the headache of managing. Honestly this was one the biggest reasons I decided to switch to Zenoti to streamline everything into one account and make management easier. Reason for choosing Square Payroll I was already using Square Appointments and POS for my solo practice. Since Square offered payroll is was an obvious add on. Review Source Kaylie D. Chief Human Resources Officer. Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Structured and controlled management." February 10, 2023 5.0 Overall it is a very useful and easy to use platform, it helps to speed up administrative processes that should be secure and error free.It streamlines payroll and vacation pay and helps keep compliance under control.The support is fast and responsive. Pros It allows to organize all employees in a structured way and to control processes and working hours easily.It allows us to control employee time off, identify and manage sick time off and possible replacements.Includes online payments and tax deductions.Allows you to print checks facilitating payment to contractors. Cons I have no negative things to say about this platform. Review Source HU Harold U. Notary Public Legal Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Enjoying All the Benefits of Having a Reliable Payroll System, without the Headache " July 15, 2021 5.0 Pros Square payroll makes such a complicated and time consuming task or managing payroll a simple task . Cons Square Payroll actively build and design their software to be better on a quarterly basis. If something was missing, shortly later, they would have integrated it into their software. I have most of the features I need for my employees, i.e. commissions, PTO, Tips, etc. Review Source Jared K. CMO Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Square Payroll for Small Businesses" June 21, 2022 4.0 I enjoyed being able to send automated payments to contractors and also other businesses officially versus me having to pay somebody via check only and not have it reported as 1099. Pros The payroll portal is connected separate from the website and is easy to sort out money and wages and tips for small to large offline businesses. There is a seamless integration with timesheets and the employee app to clock and clock out hours worked. Cons It could be very automated with the square POS equipment. I know they're just beginning where they can clock in as an employee but it could be also allowed to pay those people automated without me having to process everything all the time. Alternatives considered [QuickBooks Payroll](https://www.capterra.com/p/174981/QuickBooks/)[ADP Comprehensive Services](https://www.capterra.com/p/175840/ADP-Comprehensive-Services/) Review Source TP TIMOTHY P. PRESIDENT Restaurants Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "SQUARE PAYROLL" November 15, 2023 5.0 OVERALL EXPERIENCE IS VERY GOOD. IN MY 40 YEARS IN BUSINESS I HAVE FOUND A BETTER PAYROLL SERVICE COUPLED WITH FRONT AND BACK OF HOUSE. Pros EASE OF USE AND SET UP. ALMOST ANYONE CAN DO IT. Cons A COUPLE OF TIMES IT SEEM TO STRUGGLE WITH MY NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES. Reason for choosing Square Payroll SQUARE PAYROLL WAS ONLY ONE REASON SINCE WE SWITCHED ALL ASPECTS OF OUR POS SYSTEM. PAYROLL WAS A MAJOR REASON WHY WE SWITCHED. Switched from [Sage Accounting](https://www.capterra.com/p/168740/Sage-One-UK/) IT WAS WAY CUBERSOME AND DID NOT INTEGRATE WITH ALL ASPECTS OF THE BUSINESS. Review Source GH Gregory H. Owner Publishing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Leave Payroll Processing to the Experts at Square and Focus on Front Line Business Management" July 15, 2021 4.0 I was an original beta client of Square when I opened my office in San Francisco many years ago. Now I live and work in Colorado and find the cross sector platforms of running a business so seamless and intuitive. Also in the age of remote working, now I do not fear hiring either 1099'ers or employees as Square Payroll serves as the HR master in compliance. Pros For decades I have used a variety of platforms to process payroll. Since I already use Square on the frontline as a merchant services platform, it makes sense to use the payroll application to keep transactions simple and easy. Cons The only con that I have experienced was with a third party vendor that offered insurance services as part of the add-ons. It was a short lived and minor crisis and we have found a solution. Switched from [ADP Workforce Now](https://www.capterra.com/p/155895/WorkforceNow/) Cost Review Source MH Matthew H. general manager Hospitality Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use and great value" January 26, 2023 5.0 Pros It is so easy to use, either on the computer or mobile phoneVery inexpensive compared with Paychex and ADP (both of which I have used in the past)Comprehensive payroll service, I don't need to do anything other than input information Cons This does not matter to me, but it does not do the HR items that Paychex and ADP do. If you need a more comprehensive service, one of them might be better. For just payroll, Square is fantastic. Alternatives considered [RUN Powered by ADP](https://www.capterra.com/p/185859/RUN/) Reason for choosing Square Payroll value for same services Switched from [Paychex Flex](https://www.capterra.com/p/119841/Paychex-Flex/) cost Review Source Christy Marie P. Manager of Web Development Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Square Payroll makes it easy to run my small business" May 20, 2021 5.0 Using Square Payroll saved me money by eliminating the need for me to hire a CPA. It was easy to set up and any initial questions I had were answered promptly and efficiently by Square. I've used Square to run a restaurant with 10+ 1099 employees and now I use it to run a small marketing firm that employs all 1099 contractors. It takes me less than 10 minutes to run payroll and get my employees paid and I am extremely satisfied with the service. Pros Square Payroll was is the easiest, least complicated system I have found to run payroll. I used it for four years while owning a restaurant and it was simple to add new hires and remove employees who left the company. Square files your quarterly taxes, unemployment insurance, and workers comp with each payroll run so you don't have to visit and file in all the different portals. I never had any issues with getting my employees paid on time and Square offers multiple payment options which can be customized to work with each employee. Cons There's nothing about Square payroll that I don't like. Square continues to add new features to help me grow my business and make payroll a breeze. 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