OnPay vs Square Payroll
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026). Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
OnPay ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #8) for Small business owners running payroll without in-house HR. Offers a single, transparently priced plan with great support and features for niche industries.
At a glance
| OnPay | Square Payroll | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) | #8 / The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Niche industry features | Businesses using Square POS |
| Pricing | $ ($46+/mo) | $$ ($41+/mo) |
| HQ | Atlanta, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2007 | 2009 |
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)
Square Payroll
Perfect for Square POS users, with seamless integration of hours, tips, and commissions.
squareup.com/us/en/payrollSee full entry in The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026)
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