Payroll software · New Zealand
Smartly
NZ payroll specialist — SMB focus, IRD-compliant
Market position
Smartly is NZ payroll specialist with SMB focus. Full IRD compliance, KiwiSaver, leave management. Competes with iPayroll in the NZ SMB payroll segment.
New Zealand-specific note
NZ SMB focus with full compliance. Comparable to iPayroll in core feature set.
Pros
- + NZ-focused with full IRD compliance
- + SMB pricing accessible
- + Cloud-native modern UI
Cons
- − NZ-only
- − Smaller scale than iPayroll or Xero NZ
- − Less brand recognition
Typical New Zealand pricing
Varies — comparable to iPayroll
Why this matters for New Zealand trades
Trades are registered/licensed (e.g., the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board; the Electrical Workers Registration Board), and payroll software must handle IRD payday filing, KiwiSaver, and GST.
New Zealand trades vendor selection is shaped by registration/licensing regimes (registered electricians, certifying plumbers/gasfitters), IRD payday filing, KiwiSaver, and GST.
Frequently asked
Is Smartly a good fit for New Zealand trades?
Smartly is NZ payroll specialist with SMB focus. Full IRD compliance, KiwiSaver, leave management. Competes with iPayroll in the NZ SMB payroll segment. NZ SMB focus with full compliance. Comparable to iPayroll in core feature set.
What does Smartly cost in New Zealand?
Varies — comparable to iPayroll. Pricing and availability can change by region — confirm current New Zealand pricing on the vendor's site before committing.