Insightly vs Patriot Payroll: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Insightly and Patriot Payroll — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: Patriot Payroll wins on our scorecard (7.9/10 vs 7.3/10).
| Scored on | Insightly | Patriot Payroll |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 8 |
| Ease of use | 7 | 8 |
| Fees & pricing | 7 | 9 |
| Customer support | 6 | 7 |
| Features | 8 | 7 |
| Plus Tier (Annual) | $29/user/mo | — |
| Professional Tier (Annual) | $49/user/mo | — |
| Enterprise Tier (Annual) | $99/user/mo | — |
| AppConnect Add-on | Varies by usage | — |
| Basic Payroll Base | — | $17/mo |
| Full Service Base | — | $37/mo |
| Per Employee/Contractor | — | $4/mo |
| Direct Deposit | — | $0 |
Insightly in one paragraph
Insightly is the best choice for businesses that need to bridge the gap between a closed sale and a finished project without switching apps.
Skip it if: Skip it if you only need a simple contact manager and don't plan on using the project management features.
Patriot Payroll in one paragraph
A lean, high-speed payroll solution that is perfect for owners who want to avoid tax penalties without paying for HR features they won't use.
Skip it if: Skip it if you need an all-in-one HR platform that manages your company's health insurance and 401(k) directly within the software.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Insightly or Patriot Payroll?
On our five-axis scorecard, Patriot Payroll scores higher (7.9/10 vs 7.3/10). A lean, high-speed payroll solution that is perfect for owners who want to avoid tax penalties without paying for HR features they won't use.
Who should skip Insightly?
Skip it if you only need a simple contact manager and don't plan on using the project management features.
Who should skip Patriot Payroll?
Skip it if you need an all-in-one HR platform that manages your company's health insurance and 401(k) directly within the software.