Justworks vs Zenefits
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026) and The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses. Last verified June 7, 2026.
The short answer
Zenefits ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #4) for Small business owners choosing HR software (Rippling vs Gusto vs BambooHR vs Zenefits) / SMBs replacing spreadsheets with a real HRIS. A mature, all-in-one HRIS with standout benefits administration features.
At a glance
| Justworks | Zenefits | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best HRIS for Small Businesses |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best PEO for benefits | Strong all-in-one with great benefits admin |
| Pricing | $$$ ($59 to $99 PEPM) | $$ ($10 to $27 PEPM + base fee) |
| HQ | New York, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2013 |
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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