Shlomi Lavi /
Jan 31, 2023
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - 1099-Etc or UltiPro Payroll?
UltiPro Payroll is more expensive to implement (TCO) than 1099-Etc, and 1099-Etc is rated higher (79/100) than UltiPro Payroll (76/100). UltiPro Payroll offers users more features (18) than 1099-Etc (3).
Looking for the right Payroll solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:
Advanced Micro Solutions Inc. Vs. Ultimate Software
Advanced Micro Solutions Inc.:
Advanced Micro Solutions was originally incorporated as Edmond Software, Inc. in 1985. Edmond Software, based in Edmond, Oklahoma, was started by a software engineer and a CPA that saw a need for a payroll/W-2/1099 program that would cover the entire spectrum of payroll related processing, from W-2/1099 preparation, to after-the-fact payroll, t...
Ultimate Software: At Ultimate Software, we have always put our people first. This idea permeates our culture to its core. For over 20 years, it has driven us to create the innovative products and services we offer today. As a result, we enable our clients to put their people first—helping them build the people-centric environments they need to grow and meet their bu...
Who is more expensive? 1099-Etc or UltiPro Payroll?
The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Payroll software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for 1099-Etc and UltiPro Payroll.
1099-Etc price starts at $99 per license , On a scale between 1 to 10 1099-Etc is rated 4, which is lower than the average cost of Payroll software. UltiPro Payroll price starts at $600 per year , When comparing UltiPro Payroll to its competitors, the software is rated 8 - higher than the average Payroll software cost.
Bottom line: UltiPro Payroll is more expensive than 1099-Etc.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared 1099-Etc Vs. UltiPro Payroll based on some of the most important and required Payroll features.
1099-Etc: Data Import/Export, Basic Reports, Online Customer Support.
UltiPro Payroll: Appraisal Performance, Benefits Administration, Employee Self-Service, HR Management, LMS.
Target customer size
The software is a viable solution for businesses of all sizes hailing from a variety of industries. and UltiPro Payroll's target customer size include: Medium and large size businesses.