NannyKeeper vs HomePay
Care.com's nanny payroll service. Here's how NannyKeeper compares—and why families are making the switch.
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About HomePay
HomePay is Care.com's household payroll service. It's been around since the mid-2000s and is one of the most recognized names in the space. Their Premium plan ($75/month) is the comparable full-service tier, including dedicated phone support, tax ID applications, and tax agency communications. A stripped-down Basic plan exists at $59/month but drops dedicated support and tax ID help. Both include full-service payroll, meaning they handle tax filings on your behalf—a key difference from NannyKeeper, where you file yourself (with our documents and guidance).
What HomePay does well
- Full-service: they file taxes on your behalf
- Established brand backed by Care.com
- Dedicated phone support and tax agency communications (Premium)
- Direct deposit and deadline reminders included
Where HomePay falls short
- Most expensive nanny payroll option ($708–$900/year)
- No free tier for payment tracking
- Dated user interface
- Basic plan ($59/mo) strips out dedicated support and tax ID apps
Why families switch to NannyKeeper
- Save $720+ per year with the same core features
- Modern, mobile-friendly interface
- Free payment tracking tier for families just starting out
- Self-service means you're always in control of your filings
Pricing verified April 2026. Verify current pricing on each provider's website.
Save $720 every year
That's $3,600 over 5 years—same compliance, same tax filings.
Enough for date nights, a family outing, or just keeping more of your money.
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What you get with NannyKeeper
Automatic tax calculations
Federal, state, and local taxes calculated for every paycheck. All 50 states supported.
Direct deposit available
Pay your nanny directly to their bank account. Starting at $6/transfer.
W-2 and Schedule H
Year-end forms generated and ready for you to file. No surprise fees.
Email deadline reminders
We remind you before quarterly deadlines so you never miss a payment.
Pay stubs
Professional pay stubs for every paycheck—great for your nanny's records.
State requirement tracking
We track what's required in your state and remind you of deadlines.
A note on full-service vs self-service:NannyKeeper is a self-service platform. We calculate taxes, generate W-2s and Schedule H, and remind you of deadlines—but you handle the actual filing with the IRS, SSA, and your state. Competitors like HomePay, GTM, Poppins, and SurePayroll offer full-service filing, meaning they file taxes on your behalf at a higher monthly cost. If you're comfortable uploading forms yourself (it's easier than you think), NannyKeeper saves you hundreds per year.
Learn more about nanny taxes
Complete Guide to Nanny Taxes
Everything you need to know about household employment taxes.
Nanny Tax Calculator
See exactly what you'll owe in taxes for your situation.
Schedule H Guide
Line-by-line walkthrough of Schedule H for household employers.
State Requirements
Find the specific tax rules for your state.