NannyKeeper vs SurePayroll
Paychex's small business payroll. Here's how NannyKeeper compares—and why families are making the switch.
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About SurePayroll
SurePayroll is a small business payroll service owned by Paychex. While not specifically designed for household employers, some families use it for nanny payroll. They offer full-service payroll (they file taxes on your behalf), but it's a general-purpose tool adapted for household use. Note: SurePayroll acquired NannyChex in 2022. If you were a NannyChex customer, your service is now SurePayroll by Paychex.
What SurePayroll does well
- Full-service: they file taxes on your behalf
- Backed by Paychex (established brand)
- Direct deposit included
- Reasonable pricing for full-service
Where SurePayroll falls short
- Designed for businesses, not households
- Interface can be confusing for household employers
- Reports of tax filings not being submitted despite full-service promise
- Support can be difficult to reach for household accounts
- No household-specific guidance
- No email deadline reminders
Why families switch to NannyKeeper
- Save $288+ per year
- Know your taxes are filed because you file them yourself
- Purpose-built for household employers (not retrofitted business software)
- Get email deadline reminders before every quarterly due date
- Responsive email support, not a call center queue
- Simpler interface designed for families
Pricing verified April 2026. Verify current pricing on each provider's website.
Save $288 every year
That's $1,440 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.