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Head-to-head · Salon Payroll Software

Gusto vs Insight Salon Software

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Gusto #3 in Salon Payroll Software 9.2/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Gusto
Insight Salon Software #7 in Salon Payroll Software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Insight

Gusto leads on 0 checks, Insight Salon Software on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGusto · 9.2/10

Gusto scores higher on our rubric for salon payroll software: 9.2 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

Gusto is the better fit for businesses prioritizing tax-filing payroll. Insight Salon Software is the better fit for mature salons needing broad payroll management.

  • Gusto fits best

    Businesses prioritizing tax-filing payroll

  • Insight Salon Software fits best

    Mature salons needing broad payroll management

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Side by side

Feature Gusto 9.2/10 Visit ↗ Insight Salon Software 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.7
Ranking #3 in Salon Payroll Software #7 in Salon Payroll Software
Best for Businesses prioritizing tax-filing payroll Mature salons needing broad payroll management
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — $25/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone
Compliance SOC 2, HIPAA, 2FA PCI DSS
Integrations 8 integrations 1 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Gusto 0/6 · Insight Salon Software 0/6
Commission tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Tip calculation Not checked yet Not checked yet
Contractor payments Not checked yet Not checked yet
Tax filing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Payroll reports Not checked yet Not checked yet
Direct deposit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Payroll processing and tax filings support salon payroll workflows
  • Time tracking, time off, employee records, and onboarding in one platform
  • Web, iOS, Android, API access, and broad business integrations
  • Combines payroll, scheduling, POS, inventory, and client management
  • Supports multi-location reporting and shared client records
  • Runs across web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
Cons
  • Not designed specifically for salon operations
  • No free plan is available
  • Advanced features and service support require higher-tier plans
  • Premium Cloud tiers are limited to three employee-size options
  • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of very small salons
  • QuickBooks and credit card processing are the listed integrations
Our verdict

Gusto combines payroll, benefits administration, and human resources tools for small businesses. Salon owners can use it to maintain employee records, manage onboarding documents, handle time-off requests, track time and breaks, run…

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Insight Salon Software combines employee payroll and management with appointment scheduling, online booking, client records, inventory, point of sale, payments, marketing, memberships, and reporting. It is designed for businesses ranging…

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  1. GustoSalon Payroll Software 9.2Paid
  2. Insight Salon SoftwareSalon Payroll Software 8.7Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Gusto — where it wins

    • Payroll processing and tax filings support salon payroll workflows
    • Time tracking, time off, employee records, and onboarding in one platform
    • Web, iOS, Android, API access, and broad business integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Not designed specifically for salon operations
    • No free plan is available
    • Advanced features and service support require higher-tier plans

  • Insight Salon Software — where it wins

    • Combines payroll, scheduling, POS, inventory, and client management
    • Supports multi-location reporting and shared client records
    • Runs across web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • Premium Cloud tiers are limited to three employee-size options
    • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of very small salons
    • QuickBooks and credit card processing are the listed integrations
  • Gusto9.2/10 · Paid

    A broad payroll and HR platform for salons that prioritize tax filing support.

    Visit GustoFull verdict →
  • Insight Salon Software8.7/10 · Paid

    A broad salon operations suite for established teams that need payroll and business management.

    Visit InsightFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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