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# Guusto

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> Employee recognition and rewards solution that reaches every worker, from head office to frontline, no email or app required.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.9/5** by 3842 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses Guusto?

Guusto serves HR and operations leaders at frontline, deskless, and distributed organizations, including healthcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, construction, and financial services.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.9/5** | 3842 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Guusto
- **Location**: Vancouver, Canada
- **Founded**: 2013

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$4.80
- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Scalable Recognition: Crawl → Walk → Run&#10;&#10;Guusto is built to grow with you. Start small by empowering HR or managers to send recognition (Crawl), expand to peer-to-peer programs when your culture is ready (Walk), and scale company-wide for maximum impact (Run).&#10;&#10;Only pay full price for senders, so more money goes directly to your people. Anyone can be recognized without needing an account, including full-time, hourly, seasonal, contingent workers, and even customers.&#10;&#10;Learn more about our flexible, scalable pricing options on our pricing page.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English, French, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Canada, United States

## Features

- Awards Management
- Budget Control
- Chat/Messaging
- Commenting/Notes
- Customer Activity Tracking
- Leaderboards
- Loyalty Cards
- Loyalty Program
- Manager-to-Employee Recognition
- Nominations
- Peer-to-Peer Recognition
- Reporting/Analytics
- Rewards Catalog
- Rewards Management
- eCards

## Integrations (22 total)

- ADP Next Gen HCM
- AlexisHR
- Dayforce HCM
- Factorial
- Gusto
- HR Partner
- HRIS
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Namely
- Okta
- OneLogin

... and 7 more integrations

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base Software
- Chat

## Category

- [Employee Recognition Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30818/employee-recognition/software)

## Related Categories

- [Customer Loyalty Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/10031/customer-loyalty/software)
- [Employee Recognition Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30818/employee-recognition/software)

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## Reviews

### "Med Clinic Review" — 5.0/5

> **Savana** | *August 31, 2026* | Medical Practice | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It has a wide variety of helpful resources that can provide valuable information, guidance, and support. These resources are easy to access and cover a range of topics, making it a convenient place to find answers and learn more about different subjects. Whether you are looking for educational materials, practical tips, helpful tools, or additional information, there are many options available to suit different needs. The resources are designed to be informative, user-friendly, and accessible, making it easier to find reliable information when needed. Overall, it is a useful resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge or find helpful guidance.
> 
> **Cons**: We have not been using the application for a long enough period of time to identify any significant disadvantages or concerns. So far, our experience with the application has been positive, and we have found it to be helpful and easy to use. As we continue to use it more regularly, we will likely gain a better understanding of its overall functionality, including any potential limitations or areas that could be improved. At this time, however, we have not encountered any major issues or cons that we feel would be appropriate to highlight. More time and experience with the application will allow us to provide a more informed assessment.
> 
> Our overall experience with the application has been positive so far. It offers a wide variety of helpful resources that are easy to access and provide useful information, guidance, and support. We have found the application to be user-friendly and convenient, with a range of features that can meet different needs. Since we have not been using the application for a very long period of time, we have not yet encountered any significant disadvantages or concerns. As we continue to use it, we expect to gain a better understanding of its functionality and identify any potential limitations. At this time, we are satisfied with our experience.

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### "Experience at Guusto" — 5.0/5

> **Gayatri** | *August 31, 2026* | Entertainment | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I like receiving and redeeming gift cards. It helps me ensure I’m doing a good job at work and maintain good relations.
> 
> **Cons**: There is no option to redeem money by credit or debit cards. There are a limited option of shops to redeem.
> 
> I had a great experience with guusto. I enjoy treating myself through guusto gift cards once in a while.

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### "10/10 Would Recommend\!" — 5.0/5

> **Natasha** | *August 11, 2026* | Sports | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Easy to use, I appreciate the customer recognition and access to reviews. Great value for your money.
> 
> **Cons**: Could offer more options for using the funds. Interface has limited options for using the given funds.
> 
> Great user interface and quick customer support. The site is super easy to use and support offered is very efficient.

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### "Easy and Rewarding Experience" — 5.0/5

> **Darshit** | *June 10, 2026* | Hospitality | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I liked that Guusto focuses on recognition and appreciation. It’s a simple way to make people feel valued, and I think that aligns well with creating positive experiences for both employees and customers.
> 
> **Cons**: I didn’t have any major issues with it. If I had to choose something, it took me a little time initially to understand all the redemption options, but once I became familiar with the platform, it was easy to use.
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> Overall, my experience with Guusto was very positive. The platform was easy to use, the redemption process was straightforward, and I appreciated the flexibility in choosing how to use the reward. Everything worked smoothly, and I found it to be a convenient and enjoyable experience.

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### "Outstanding Payroll & HR Platform with Exceptional Value" — 5.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *May 18, 2026* | Automotive | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Gusto has been an absolute game-changer for our team. From payroll processing to employee management, it offers incredible value for money compared to other platforms. The features are robust, yet reasonably priced, making it a perfect fit for growing businesses.&#10;The customer support is one of Gusto’s strongest points. Whenever we’ve had questions or needed assistance, their support team has been quick, professional, and genuinely helpful. It’s reassuring to know that help is always available when needed.&#10;In terms of ease of use, Gusto stands out immediately. The platform is intuitive and easy to navigate, even for users without prior HR or payroll experience. Tasks that usually feel complex are simplified into clear, step-by-step processes.&#10;We also appreciate Gusto’s approach to employee recognition. Features like easy onboarding, benefits tracking, and clear pay transparency help employees feel valued and informed, which contributes to overall workplace satisfaction.&#10;As for bugs and issues, they are minimal. The system runs smoothly with very few disruptions, and any minor issues are typically resolved quickly with updates or support assistance.&#10;The user interface is clean, modern, and well-organized. Everything is visually clear, making it easy to find what you need without unnecessary clutter. This design significantly improves efficiency.&#10;Finally, the order and delivery (such as payroll processing and tax filings) are highly reliable. Payments are processed accurately and on time, and compliance tasks are handled seamlessly, reducing administrative burden.
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> **Cons**: One minor drawback is that while Gusto is very user-friendly overall, some advanced features can take a bit of time to explore and fully understand at first. However, once you get familiar with the platform, it becomes much easier to navigate.
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> Overall, Gusto delivers an excellent all-in-one HR and payroll solution. Highly recommended for any business looking for efficiency, reliability, and great value.

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