Wave Payroll
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How to Replace Wave PayrollOverview
Features
23 features across 10 categories
Accuracy(1)
Guaranteed accuracy in payroll processing with automated calculations
Compliance(1)
Features consistently updated to incorporate government relief programs and changes
Core Payroll(3)
Deposit payments directly into employees' bank accounts with unlimited free direct deposits
Ability to pay both employees and independent contractors through a single platform
Simplified payroll software that allows users to process payroll quickly
Data Management(1)
Simple data migration when switching from another payroll software provider
Employee Management(4)
Employees can securely log in to access pay stubs, tax forms, and manage their contact and banking information
Full employee management with ROEs, top ups, benefit calculations, and more
Track leave time and accruals required to process payroll
Employees can securely access their pay stubs, W2s, and manage contact and banking information
Integration(4)
Payroll software is seamlessly connected with Wave accounting to reduce manual bookkeeping
Seamless integration with Wave's accounting software to keep records up-to-date
Payroll integrates with Wave's invoicing features
Payroll integrates with Wave's online payments features
Pricing(2)
Try payroll software free for 30 days with no commitment
Transparent pricing with no set-up fees or hidden charges
Reporting(2)
See a breakdown of payroll expenses by employee, expense type, and more
Get the full picture of cash flow with detailed wage and tax payment reporting
Support(2)
Connect with support team via email for prompt assistance
Priority connection to customer support team via live chat Monday-Friday
Tax Compliance(3)
Wave automatically pays and files state and federal payroll taxes, and handles CRA tax remittances on behalf of users
Automatically generate T4 and T4A slips and summaries for Canadian tax season
Automatically generate W2 and 1099 forms for US tax season without hassle
Pricing
US Payroll
- ✓100% payroll accuracy guaranteed
- ✓Unlimited free direct deposits
- ✓Automatic tax payments to state and federal agencies
- ✓Automatic 1099 filing
- ✓Pay yourself, employees, or contractors
- ✓Seamless integration with Wave's accounting software
- ✓Wage and tax payment reporting
- ✓Integrated employee portal for pay stubs and W-2s
- ✓Full employee management with ROEs and top ups
- ✓Generate W-2 and 1099-NEC forms
Canada Payroll
- ✓100% payroll accuracy guaranteed
- ✓Unlimited free direct deposits
- ✓Automatic tax payments to the CRA
- ✓Pay yourself, employees, or contractors
- ✓Seamless integration with Wave's accounting software
- ✓Wage and tax payment reporting
- ✓Integrated employee portal for pay stubs and tax forms
- ✓Full employee management with ROEs and top ups
- ✓Generate T4 and T4A slips and summaries
Free Trial
Popular- ✓30-day free trial
- ✓No commitment required
- ✓Access to all payroll features
Cost Calculator
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Build It Yourself
Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 23 features at very easy complexity.
Build vs Buy
Should you build a Wave Payroll alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 23 features.
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Better ValueBuild Your Own
Buying Wave Payroll saves ~$9,480 over 3 years vs building.
Estimates based on 23 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.
Integrations
3 known integrations