OnPay vs Justworks
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) and The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026). Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
Justworks ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #4) for Small business owners running payroll without in-house HR / 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
| OnPay | Justworks | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best HR Software for Small Business (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Niche industry features | Best PEO for benefits |
| Pricing | $ ($46+/mo) | $$$ ($59 to $99 PEPM) |
| HQ | Atlanta, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2007 | 2012 |
OnPay
Offers a single, transparently priced plan with great support and features for niche industries.
onpay.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026)
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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