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SurePayroll vs. Patriot Software

SurePayroll is purpose-built for small businesses with 1–5 employees. Patriot is an independent payroll software service.

SurePayroll is part of the Paychex family — enterprise infrastructure, small business focus

SurePayroll
Direct Deposit
SurePayroll delivers 2-day direct deposit, standard.
Two-day direct deposit is included with SurePayroll from your first payroll — no waiting period, no conditions.
With Patriot, you have to qualify for it.
Patriot offers 2-day direct deposit as an option for qualifying customers. Until you qualify, 4-day is the standard.
Price
For one employee, SurePayroll comes in at $36/month.
SurePayroll delivers the same core payroll and tax filing at a lower starting price.
Patriot Full Service starts at $39.50 for one employee.
401(k) integration
The SurePayroll 401(k) retirement plan is built to work with your payroll.
The Sure401k® retirement plan is built for SurePayroll customers. When payroll runs, 401(k) contributions deposit automatically — no separate system, no manual transfers. 401(k) plan and services are provided through our affiliate, Fast 401K, Inc. d/b/a ePlan Services, Inc.
Patriot's 401(k) retirement plan is offered through a third-party provider.

Built for owners on the go — not tied to a desk.

SurePayroll is purpose-built for solopreneurs and small businesses with 1–5 employees. Two-day direct deposit from day one, and a 401(k) retirement plan built to work with your payroll.

Trusted by small business owners across the U.S.

25+ years
Serving small businesses
4.4 / 5
Rated on G2
A+
Better Business Bureau