Patriot Software vs SurePayroll
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
Patriot Software ranks higher on Top 11 (#7 vs #10) for Small business owners running payroll without in-house HR. A highly affordable and straightforward payroll solution perfect for businesses on a tight budget.
At a glance
| Patriot Software | SurePayroll | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #7 / The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) | #10 / The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8 | 7.6 |
| Best for | Best value for money | Household and micro-business payroll |
| Pricing | $ ($14+/mo) | $ ($20+/mo) |
| HQ | Canton, USA | Glenview, USA |
| Founded | 2002 | 2000 |
Patriot Software
A highly affordable and straightforward payroll solution perfect for businesses on a tight budget.
www.patriotsoftware.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026)
SurePayroll
An affordable, simple solution for micro-businesses and household employers, backed by Paychex.
www.surepayroll.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Payroll Software for SMBs (2026)
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