Employee Navigator vs Justworks
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms and The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026). Last verified June 18, 2026.
The short answer
Justworks ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #8) for HR teams managing employee health insurance, 401k, and benefits enrollment / Small business owners choosing HR software (Rippling vs Gusto vs BambooHR vs Zenefits). A modern, easy-to-use PEO that provides access to excellent large-group benefits.
At a glance
| Employee Navigator | Justworks | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #8 / The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms | #4 / The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best for Benefits Brokers | Best PEO for benefits |
| Pricing | $ ($3 to $5 PEPM) | $$$ ($59 to $99 PEPM) |
| HQ | Bethesda, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2012 |
Employee Navigator
A powerful, dedicated platform sold through benefits brokers.
www.employeenavigator.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Benefits Administration Software Platforms
Justworks
A modern, easy-to-use PEO that provides access to excellent large-group benefits.
www.justworks.comSee full entry in The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026)
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