Looking for a Payroller alternative?
Reckon Payroll is a better value choiceย
Get the payroll essentials you need for less, but with much more support
Why choose Reckon over Payroller?
Fair pricing, no surprises, and payroll designed for growing small businesses.
Save big with Reckon
Payroller starts at $16/month for 4 employees, then adds extra fees for each additional staff member. With 10 employees, your costs jump to $40/month – 25% more than Reckon. For growing small businesses, these extra fees can quickly add up.
Fair pricing tiers you can rely on
Reckon Payroll starts from just $16/month for up to 4 employees. As your business grows, the next tier is only $32/month for up to 10 employees. A simple, predictable, and risk-free solution that scales with your business without breaking the budget.
*Pricing listed compares the monthly cost of Payroller’s payroll plan. Pricing lists at the standard price, correct as of November 2025.
Get more features for less
Payroller plan with 10 employees vs Reckon “Payroll Plusโ plan.
10 employees
Up to 10 employees
Free phone support
$40.00
$32.00
‘*This table is in comparison to Payroller’s ‘Standard’ Payroll plan with 10 employees. Reckon’s price is Reckon ‘Payroll Plus’ plan for up to 10 employees. Reckon’s unlimited free phone support is available during business hours. Data correct as of November 2025.
Helping thousands of businesses with their accounting
Migrate from Payroller to Reckon for free
Moving your data from Payroller to Reckon is quick and easy with our migration service. It’s free when you sign up for Reckon Plus or Premium plans.
There are a million reasons to love Reckon
Cancel at any time
Switch us off whenever you want. Flexibility is in your hands.
Industry standard security
We use AES-256 bit encryption and multiple layers of firewalls to ensure your data is always protected.
Automatic backups & updates
Your data is safe, and you're always on the latest, cutting-edge cloud accounting software.
30 years in the accounting & payroll industry
We have earned the trust of over 100,000 businesses across Australia.
Data stored in Australia
Store your sensitive accounting software data here at home, under Australian law.
Connect with an expert
Your accountant or bookkeeper can now help your small business in real-time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I easily switch my data from Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks or other platforms to Reckon?
Yes. Switching to Reckon is designed to be straightforward with our free data migration service. available on eligible plans. We support migration from major accounting platforms, helping you move key business data such as your chart of accounts, contacts, invoices and historical transactions.
Our team can guide you through the process and help ensure your data is set up correctly from day one. If you're concerned about disruption, most businesses can continue normal operations while migration activities are completed in parallel.
We also provide onboarding assistance and training resources to help you get up and running quickly, so you can focus on running your business rather than managing a complicated software transition.
How long does it take to switch to Reckon?
Most small to medium businesses can be up and running in a few days. Our team can help streamline the process so youโre not stuck managing a lengthy transition.
We also provide step-by-step onboarding guidance so you can switch at a pace that suits your business.
Will I lose any historical data if I switch?
How does Reckon support compare to Xero and MYOB?
Reckon gives customers access to phone support during business hours, as well as email, online help resources, webinars and community support.
Every Reckon One trial also includes a complimentary onboarding session with a product expert to help you get set up faster.
While support models vary between providers, many businesses value having direct access to phone support alongside self-service resources when they need assistance with setup, troubleshooting or day-to-day questions.
Will my accountant or bookkeeper be able to use Reckon?
Absolutely. Reckon is widely used by Australian accountants and bookkeepers, with a long-established local ecosystem.
Your existing advisor can continue working with you in Reckon without needing to change their workflow significantly. If your accountant hasnโt used Reckon before, we provide onboarding support and training resources to make the transition smooth.
Unlike some global platforms, Reckon is built specifically with Australian accounting professionals in mind, so compliance and reporting are already aligned to local needs.
Does Reckon support Single Touch Payroll (STP) compliance?
Yes. Reckon is fully ATO-compliant and supports Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, including STP Phase 2 requirements.
You can confidently manage payroll reporting directly to the ATO, helping ensure your obligations are met accurately and on time. Updates are automatically maintained so you stay compliant as regulations evolve.
Is Reckon suitable if I work closely with clients or multiple entities?
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