TSS Payroll
Switching Guide

Looking for a Pastel Payroll Alternative?

Pastel Payroll is a well-known South African desktop product — but the world has moved to cloud. TSS Payroll offers the same SARS compliance with a modern, cloud-first experience.

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Always up to date

Tax tables and SARS rules update automatically — no annual upgrade to buy.

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Mobile access

Log in from any device, anywhere. No software installation required.

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AI-powered insights

Payroll Guard detects anomalies. ETI opportunities highlighted automatically.

Feature
TSS Payroll
Pastel Payroll
Cloud-based
Desktop install required
Auto tax table updates
Automatic
Annual paid upgrade
SARS compliance
EMP201 / EMP501
Mobile access
Full mobile support
Limited
AI payroll guard
Included
Not available
WhatsApp payslips
Included
Not available
Pricing
Flat monthly fee
Licence + annual upgrade
Free trial
30 days, no card required
Demo only
Switch from Pastel

Cloud payroll that updates itself

No more annual updates, no more desktop installs. TSS Payroll updates tax tables automatically and works from any device.

No credit card required · Cancel anytime · 30-day free trial

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