Justworks vs Square POS: which one fits your business?
Side-by-side comparison of Justworks and Square POS — fees, features, ease, support, and which one fits your business. Scored on the same rubric.
Short answer: Square POS wins on our scorecard (7.5/10 vs 7.3/10).
| Scored on | Justworks | Square POS |
|---|---|---|
| Right fit for small biz | 8 | 8 |
| Ease of use | 7 | 9 |
| Fees & pricing | 7 | 7 |
| Customer support | 6 | 5 |
| Features | 8 | 8 |
| Basic Tier (per employee) | $59/month | — |
| Plus Tier (per employee) | $99/month | — |
| Contractor Fee | $49/month | — |
| Basic Software Fee | — | $0/mo |
| In-Person Processing | — | 2.6% + 10¢ |
| Online Processing | — | 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Keyed-in Processing | — | 3.5% + 15¢ |
Justworks in one paragraph
Justworks is the best-in-class PEO for small businesses that value transparent pricing and a modern interface over the absolute lowest price point.
Skip it if: You only have 1-2 local employees and don't plan to offer health insurance.
Square POS in one paragraph
Square POS remains the fastest way to start taking payments, but high-volume businesses will eventually outgrow its flat-rate pricing.
Skip it if: You process more than $25,000 a month and need a dedicated account manager who picks up the phone every time.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Justworks or Square POS?
On our five-axis scorecard, Square POS scores higher (7.5/10 vs 7.3/10). Square POS remains the fastest way to start taking payments, but high-volume businesses will eventually outgrow its flat-rate pricing.
Who should skip Justworks?
You only have 1-2 local employees and don't plan to offer health insurance.
Who should skip Square POS?
You process more than $25,000 a month and need a dedicated account manager who picks up the phone every time.