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Checkwriters Pros and Cons: Top Advantages and Disadvantages

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Users praise the outstanding customer support of Checkwriters, highlighting responsiveness and ease of use. (16 mentions)
Users appreciate the exceptional customer service of Checkwriters, highlighting their dedicated support throughout the transition and beyond. (12 mentions)
Users value the ease of use of Checkwriters, praising its intuitive UI and efficient payroll processing. (10 mentions)
Users appreciate the easy-to-use payroll management system and excellent HR support for seamless processing. (8 mentions)
Users praise Checkwriters for its efficiency in payroll and HR processes, significantly streamlining their operations and saving time. (6 mentions)
Users commend Checkwriters for its exceptional customer service, enabling quick responses and seamless payroll processes. (4 mentions)
Users commend automation capabilities of Checkwriters, which significantly streamline HR, payroll, and recruitment processes. (3 mentions)
Users report poor customer support after losing dedicated reps, leading to generic service and unresolved issues. (5 mentions)
Users find limited features in Checkwriters, particularly for payroll reporting and school-specific needs. (4 mentions)
Users report a lack of missing features like complete compensation reports and enhanced payroll and API functionalities. (4 mentions)
Users find Checkwriters to be inefficient, with a clunky interface that complicates time tracking and reporting. (3 mentions)
Users express concern over employee management issues, citing frequent problems and a complicated, inefficient interface. (2 mentions)
Users note the inadequate reporting capabilities of Checkwriters, making it challenging to generate comprehensive compensation reports. (2 mentions)
Users find the learning curve challenging, particularly with time tracking and unfamiliar reporting formats. (2 mentions)
Users find the complex reporting of Checkwriters challenging, requiring time to learn and create report templates. (1 mentions)
Users find reporting challenging in Checkwriters, often requiring time to learn and adapt to the system. (1 mentions)

Top Pros or Advantages of Checkwriters

1. Customer Support
Users praise the outstanding customer support of Checkwriters, highlighting responsiveness and ease of use.
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Nam D.
ND

Nam D.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Excellent Payroll & HR Support"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

The Checkwriters system has an easy UI for payroll processing and an excellent HR support module.

Jennifer C.
JC

Jennifer C.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.0/5

"Average HRIS, could be improved"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

Customer service is responsive. It is a relatively easy system to use.

2. Helpful
Users appreciate the exceptional customer service of Checkwriters, highlighting their dedicated support throughout the transition and beyond.
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Jennifer C.
JC

Jennifer C.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.0/5

"Average HRIS, could be improved"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

Customer service is responsive. It is a relatively easy system to use.

Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation with Checkwriters"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

The best thing that I like about Checkwriters is their customers service. Everyone that we've spoken with from sales to full implementation has been

3. Ease of Use
Users value the ease of use of Checkwriters, praising its intuitive UI and efficient payroll processing.
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Nam D.
ND

Nam D.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Excellent Payroll & HR Support"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

The Checkwriters system has an easy UI for payroll processing and an excellent HR support module.

AF

Angela F.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"So User-Friendly!"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

This has been one of the easiest payroll systems we've used. We have lots of season employees so it's easy to schedule different pay rates during v

4. Payroll Management
Users appreciate the easy-to-use payroll management system and excellent HR support for seamless processing.
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Nam D.
ND

Nam D.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Excellent Payroll & HR Support"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

The Checkwriters system has an easy UI for payroll processing and an excellent HR support module.

AF

Angela F.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"So User-Friendly!"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

This has been one of the easiest payroll systems we've used. We have lots of season employees so it's easy to schedule different pay rates during v

5. Efficiency
Users praise Checkwriters for its efficiency in payroll and HR processes, significantly streamlining their operations and saving time.
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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

Our company was with another well-known, yet antiquated payroll provider for many years and had seen lack of service in numerous areas with them. The

SG

Sam G.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"A user friendly interface and a fantastic team!"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

Checkwriters is a wonderful payroll and HR company with smooth, integrated modules, and a robust support base. Payroll is always a breeze, and the tea

6. Payroll
Users commend Checkwriters for its exceptional customer service, enabling quick responses and seamless payroll processes.
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Barbara B.
BB

Barbara B.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Easy Transition to Checkwriters!"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

They made the transition from our previous payroll company so easy! Our payroll specialist is usually always available and if not, someone else is the

SG

Sam G.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"A user friendly interface and a fantastic team!"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

Checkwriters is a wonderful payroll and HR company with smooth, integrated modules, and a robust support base. Payroll is always a breeze, and the tea

7. Automation
Users commend automation capabilities of Checkwriters, which significantly streamline HR, payroll, and recruitment processes.
See 3 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

Our company was with another well-known, yet antiquated payroll provider for many years and had seen lack of service in numerous areas with them. The

Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Whenever we need assistance, we get a quick real person to talk to!"

What do you like about Checkwriters?

The customer support! The personal approach and affordability.

Top Cons or Disadvantages of Checkwriters

1. Poor Customer Support
Users report poor customer support after losing dedicated reps, leading to generic service and unresolved issues.
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Jennifer C.
JC

Jennifer C.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.0/5

"Average HRIS, could be improved"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

We went from having 1 contact./account manager and now it is a generic customer support line/email when you have a question. The password reset featu

Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Exceptional Product/Service/Training"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

Losing a great customer service rep that is dedicated to you and is there with you from the beginning. It is great that CheckWriters is able to promo

2. Limited Features
Users find limited features in Checkwriters, particularly for payroll reporting and school-specific needs.
See 4 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Excellent customer service"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The HR systems tie to budgeting is limited.

RN

Rochelle N.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"CheckWriters is fantastic"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The only thing I can think of is that they don't have a way to pull a complete compensation package/report for our employees.

3. Missing Features
Users report a lack of missing features like complete compensation reports and enhanced payroll and API functionalities.
See 4 mentions

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Jennifer C.
JC

Jennifer C.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

3.0/5

"Average HRIS, could be improved"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

We went from having 1 contact./account manager and now it is a generic customer support line/email when you have a question. The password reset featu

RN

Rochelle N.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"CheckWriters is fantastic"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The only thing I can think of is that they don't have a way to pull a complete compensation package/report for our employees.

4. Inefficiency
Users find Checkwriters to be inefficient, with a clunky interface that complicates time tracking and reporting.
See 3 mentions

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Nam D.
ND

Nam D.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Excellent Payroll & HR Support"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The time and attendance/timeoff tracking is cumbersome and takes time to get used to.

Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There are some options that we do not use right now, but will explore the options in the future. Really, there is not much that we dislike about Chec

5. Employee Management
Users express concern over employee management issues, citing frequent problems and a complicated, inefficient interface.
See 2 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Exceptional Product/Service/Training"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

Losing a great customer service rep that is dedicated to you and is there with you from the beginning. It is great that CheckWriters is able to promo

EE

Eliana E.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

0.0/5

"Unnecessarily complicated in all aspects"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

Pretty much everything. My employees are always having issues, I'm always having issues. The interface is clunky, confusing, and redundant. Almost eve

6. Inadequate Reporting
Users note the inadequate reporting capabilities of Checkwriters, making it challenging to generate comprehensive compensation reports.
See 2 mentions

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RN

Rochelle N.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"CheckWriters is fantastic"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The only thing I can think of is that they don't have a way to pull a complete compensation package/report for our employees.

Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There are some options that we do not use right now, but will explore the options in the future. Really, there is not much that we dislike about Chec

7. Learning Curve
Users find the learning curve challenging, particularly with time tracking and unfamiliar reporting formats.
See 2 mentions

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Nam D.
ND

Nam D.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Excellent Payroll & HR Support"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The time and attendance/timeoff tracking is cumbersome and takes time to get used to.

Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There are some options that we do not use right now, but will explore the options in the future. Really, there is not much that we dislike about Chec

8. Complex Reporting
Users find the complex reporting of Checkwriters challenging, requiring time to learn and create report templates.
See 1 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There are some options that we do not use right now, but will explore the options in the future. Really, there is not much that we dislike about Chec

9. Difficult Reporting
Users find reporting challenging in Checkwriters, often requiring time to learn and adapt to the system.
See 1 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There are some options that we do not use right now, but will explore the options in the future. Really, there is not much that we dislike about Chec

Checkwriters Reviews (107)

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AG
Director of Administrative Operations
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Customer support!!!"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

The customer support provided by CheckWriters is exceptional. Although their local presence is convenient, it is not the primary reason for their outstanding support.

The CheckWriters support team, along with our dedicated account manager, has been incredibly attentive to our needs. Despite being a smaller organization, we are treated as if we are their most important clients.

The platform’s features are exceptionally well-designed, catering to our needs and offering much more than we require. One of the standout aspects of their customer service is the extensive library of instructional videos available for practically every feature.

A quick search in their channel or a simple inquiry to our account manager provides us with the necessary instructions, links, and support to handle tasks independently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

It's all good, there's nothing we are unhappy with. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Education Management
AE
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Whenever we need assistance, we get a quick real person to talk to!"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

The customer support! The personal approach and affordability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

n/a. I can not think of anything that I am concerned right now about. maybe the initial implementation of Performance reviews, I found the cost too high Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jennifer C.
JC
Human Resources Director
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Average HRIS, could be improved"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

Customer service is responsive. It is a relatively easy system to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

We went from having 1 contact./account manager and now it is a generic customer support line/email when you have a question. The password reset feature does not work well for most employees. Needs improvements for payroll approvals and signing of documents. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

HL
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Not just another payroll processor!"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

We have been with the major payroll processing company for years and have had so many issues getting that big product to work for our school's payroll. Checkwriters has allowed us to pare away 3 other timekeeping softwares and hours of manual entry into one seamless process. Our onboarding process has also gone from manual paperwork to an easy online step-by-step process. Each payroll we would have an extensive journal entry with recategorizing employee allocations - Checkwriters has completely taken that step out and it is all done for us. The implentation was very smooth and customer service has been incredible. I am just sorry we didn't switch to Checkwriters sooner! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

So far my only area for improvement is the knowledge base. Most items we've needed help with were not covered in the knowledge base, but this is where customer service has been great. I am also learning as I go with reporting, but I do wish there were some more reports already built in the system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Hello Holly, thank you for this great review of our software and services! We love to hear when schools adopt electronic onboarding and can do away with manual paperwork, as it makes things easier for the business office as well as your new employees. PTO tracking sounds like a big help also! Please know that one of our big initiatives this year is to significantly build out the knowledge base and expand the training and help resources available in our software. Thanks again for your comments and for choosing Checkwriters!

Verified User in Financial Services
AF
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Implementation Made Easy, Excellent Service, HR Modules = Automation"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

Our company was with another well-known, yet antiquated payroll provider for many years and had seen lack of service in numerous areas with them. The decision to switch was not an easy one due to the work involved with transitioning. Our HR team spent several hours talking to sales reps and watching demos to explore the available options, updated technology, and additional features available to us. Among all the demos, CheckWriters stood out to us for many reasons.

Our HR team met Account Executive, Chris Landy at the 2023 SHRM Conference. Six months after implementation, he continues to follow up with us to ensure that CheckWriters is fulfilling all our needs. They have a dedicated team for implementation and training. Kudos to Tracy Fleming and Kayla Goller for being instrumental in our success with this new platform. The service this team provides to their clients is leagues ahead of the giants in the industry.

CheckWriters has several HR modules that we did not have before- allowing us to automate processes and save time. The Payroll Module is easy to learn and navigate and makes running payroll a breeze! The Recruit Module draws in numerous candidates because it pushes out to 100 job boards with a click of a button. The templates makes the screening and hiring process super-efficient and saves us extensive time.

Changing providers is a long journey and certainly requires dedication and time. But, moving to CheckWriters was worth the time invested and leg work involved. They work in conjunction with you from day one to ensure success and they are always just an email or a phone call away. We are beyond happy with our decision to transfer to CheckWriters and we recommend it to any business looking for change, automation, better service, and cost savings! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There are some options that we do not use right now, but will explore the options in the future. Really, there is not much that we dislike about CheckWriters. The reporting is a lot different that we are used to and it has taken some time for us to learn how to create the report templates. But change always comes with challenges and opportunity to learn! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Education Management
AE
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Implementation with Checkwriters"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

The best thing that I like about Checkwriters is their customers service. Everyone that we've spoken with from sales to full implementation has been great! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

I think it would be great if Checkwriters had the option for users to recommend processes that they've used in the past in order to have Checkwriters consider adding it. Many of the users of Checkwrtiers have used other software platforms and each one of the platforms has pros and cons. Having a "recommendation" area would be great for users to offer a suggestion Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
UN
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Excellent customer service by James Helou!"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

Checkwriters is a great service and working with James is great. He is always very professional and efficient. James is always friendly....if he's having a bad day, I would never know it as he is always upbeat. And when James is not available to call our payroll in to, the other staff members have been very helpful as well. Checkwriters is always up to date with changes in tax laws, minimum wage standards, etc. as well, which makes our job easier. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

There really isn't anything that we dislike about Checkwriters. Occasionally the wait time on the phone can be lengthy, however if a message is left the call is returned in a reasonable amount of time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tia D.
TD
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great Company with Excellent Customer Service!"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

The ease of speaking to a person about important and urgent issues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The wait time for a customer service rep can sometimes be lengthy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Thank you Tia for this 5-star review! We're glad to hear that our customer service model is helpful when you're dealing with urgent payroll issues, and that our Tax Department is helpful with e-filing. And, as you can imagine, the end of the year is an extremely busy time for our Client Support Department and we appreciate your patience, your support, and your business!

GP
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Incredible customer service!"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

I love that I can make a call and get an real person on the line and an answer within minutes! I've worked with other payroll companies and Checkwriters has the absolute best customer service. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

I feel like it's clumsy in many ways. The software works great but the entering each day's hours, then save, then next day and over and over. It would be great if it pre-filled the last week and you could just make changes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dakota Hebert of Checkwriters

Hi Gretchen, thank you for this review and we're happy to hear that you receive such exceptional support from our service team! We think you'll be very happy with some of the product and software enhancements we have planned for 2024 release. Thanks again!

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
AN
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Excellent customer service"
What do you like best about Checkwriters?

Overall their customer service is outstanding. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Checkwriters?

The HR systems tie to budgeting is limited. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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