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# Compare Paychex Flex vs KeyPay

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> Detailed comparison between Paychex Flex and KeyPay. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Paychex Flex | KeyPay |
| **Overall rating** | 4.2/5 | 4.4/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1786 | 26 |
| **Starting Price** | - | USD 4.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Paychex Flex

Business Owners, Human Resources Professionals, CRHOs, CEOs, CFOs, of all business sizes use Paychex for HR, payroll, and benefits solutions to streamline and automate HR administrative tasks.

### KeyPay

Cloud-based payroll platform made for accountants, bookkeepers \&amp; payroll providers, to help businesses of all sizes with payroll and workforce management needs.

## Key features

### Paychex Flex

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Accounting Integration
- Activity Dashboard
- Approval Process Control
- Calendar Management
- Compensation Management
- Compliance Management
- Customizable Reports
- Employee Database
- Employee Onboarding
- Employee Profiles
- Multi-State
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Reporting
- Reminders
- Reporting & Statistics
- Tax Compliance
- Time & Attendance
- Wage Garnishment

### KeyPay

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Accounting Integration
- Activity Dashboard
- Approval Process Control
- Calendar Management
- Compensation Management
- Compliance Management
- Customizable Reports
- Employee Database
- Employee Onboarding
- Employee Profiles
- Multi-State
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Reporting
- Reminders
- Reporting & Statistics
- Tax Compliance
- Time & Attendance
- Wage Garnishment

## Links

- [View Paychex Flex Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/119841/paychex-flex)
- [View KeyPay Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/180078/keypay)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/119841/180078/paychex-flex/vs/keypay)

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