Pay stub generator comparison 2026
See how Paystub Pilot compares with other pay stub generators on pricing, features, and coverage.
Feature-by-feature comparison
We compared pricing, features, and coverage with two of the best-known online pay stub generators.
| Feature | Paystub Pilot | 123PayStubs | ThePayStubs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per-stub price | $2.49 | $3.99 | Not listed* |
| Subscription plan | $14.99/mo | — | — |
| Annual plan | $149.99/yr | — | — |
| US states covered | All 50 | All 50 | All 50 |
| Canadian provinces & territories | All 13 | — | Not stated |
| Batch generation | ✓ | — | — |
| Saved profiles | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| No account required | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Direct deposit slip | Included | +$1 | Add-on |
| Form W-2 employee copies | $4.99 or included | Not listed* | Not listed* |
| 1099-NEC copies | $4.99 or included | Not listed* | Not listed* |
Checked September 1–24, 2026 from each provider's site and checkout. Subject to change. *ThePayStubs shows its price only at checkout; third-party reviews report $7.99 to $11.99 per stub. W-2 and 1099 form prices for 123PayStubs and ThePayStubs are likewise shown only at checkout.
Where Paystub Pilot differs
The comparison comes down to price, preview behavior, repeat-use features, and whether you need Canadian province and territory support.
Lower per-stub price
At $2.49 per stub with the deposit slip and extra earning lines included, Paystub Pilot is below every listed per-stub price in this table. Subscriptions are available for repeat users.
Repeat-use tools
Saved profiles, dashboard history, batch ZIP downloads, company logos, direct deposit slips, and multiple templates are built for people who generate more than one stub.
Preview and coverage
Single-stub users can preview before payment without an account. The calculator covers all 50 US states and all 13 Canadian provinces and territories.
Comparison notes
Paystub Pilot vs 123PayStubs
123PayStubs is $3.99 per stub, with $1 to $2 add-ons for W-4-based withholding, extra earning lines, and a deposit slip. Paystub Pilot includes all of those at $2.49, adds subscriptions, and covers Canada as well as the US.
Paystub Pilot vs ThePayStubs
ThePayStubs does not publish a per-stub price before checkout; reviewers report $7.99 to $11.99. Paystub Pilot shows its $2.49 price up front, adds subscriptions, batch generation, and full Canadian province and territory support.
Preview a stub before you decide
The easiest way to compare is to generate the watermarked preview and inspect the tax lines, layout, and totals before paying.