Is Zenefits worth the price?
Zenefits offers a fair pricing structure, especially with the Growth plan at $20/employee/month providing significant value.
The Zen plan at $27/employee/month is competitive given the included payroll. It's best for small to medium-sized businesses looking for an all-in-one HR solution.
Pricing Plans
Free TrialEssentials
$10/employee/month
Core HR
- Employee management
- Onboarding
- PTO tracking
- Document storage
- Org chart
Growth
$20/employee/month
Most popular
- Everything in Essentials
- Compensation management
- Performance reviews
- People analytics
- Custom workflows
Zen
$27/employee/month
Full suite
- Everything in Growth
- Employee engagement
- Payroll included
- Advanced analytics
Hidden Costs & Gotchas
Potential minimum employee count for plans
Additional fees for certain integrations
Higher cost for monthly vs. annual billing
Implementation fees not explicitly stated
Which Plan Do You Need?
Small businesses needing core HR
Growing companies seeking advanced HR
Businesses wanting integrated payroll
How Zenefits Compares to Competitors
Compared to Gusto, Zenefits' Zen plan at $27/employee/month (including payroll) is competitive, as Gusto's Core plan starts at $40/month + $6/employee. ADP Run's pricing is often higher and less transparent, making Zenefits a more accessible option for SMBs.
Zenefits Pricing FAQ
How much does Zenefits cost?
Zenefits starts at $10/month on the Essentials plan. It offers 3 paid tiers ranging from $10/month up to $27/month.
Does Zenefits have a free plan?
Zenefits does not offer a permanent free plan. However, a free trial is available.
Does Zenefits offer a free trial?
Yes, Zenefits offers a free trial. No credit card is typically required to start the trial, though this may vary.
What is the cheapest Zenefits paid plan?
The cheapest paid plan for Zenefits is "Essentials" at $10/month. Key features include: Employee management, Onboarding, PTO tracking.