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Finch vs Merge
Which unified API is right for me?
Merge: Cross-category integrations
Developers choose Merge when they need lightweight integrations across many software categories like CRM, ticketing, accounting, etc.
Finch: Deep focus on HRIS & Payroll
Developers choose Finch for our focus on the employment ecosystem. We offer comprehensive coverage and control where Merge can't.
Tap into the #1 HRIS & Payroll Provider Network
Finch supports top providers and detailed payroll functionality that Merge can't.
Say ‘yes’ to more integrations
Finch offers 200+ integrations within HRIS and payroll alone. That's 4x* the coverage of Merge.
*Merge includes identity platforms like Google Workspace and Jumpcloud in ‘HRIS’. For the sake of fair comparison, these were not included.
Unlock Quickbooks and ADP Run
Intuit Quickbooks (21.5%) and ADP Run (11.9%) alone makeup 33% of the US payroll market. Merge doesn’t support either.
Dig deep into each pay run
Merge is missing earnings, tax, and deductions data for key providers.
Maximize your coverage with Finch Assist
Combine automated and assisted integrations for the best possible coverage.
Fast, fully automated integrations with 30+ top providers
Automated Integrations
- Stronger market coverage than Merge
- 24-hour or on-demand syncs
- Available on all plans
Add new providers in 7 days with Finch Assist
Assisted Integrations
- Not offered by Merge
- Weekly syncs
- Available on Scale plans
Built for the employment ecosystem
Where Merge goes wide across CRM, ticketing, and directory, Finch goes deep into HRIS and payroll systems to give you more control.
Say ‘yes’ to more integrations
Finch offers 200+ integrations within HRIS and payroll alone. That's 4x* the coverage of Merge.
Create and modify payroll deductions via API
Unlike Merge, Finch helps you create and manage payroll deductions in 20+ systems.
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Unlock volume discounts as you scale — without platform fees.
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Coverage (Integrations, Data, and Capabilities)
Read company, directory, individual and employment data
Read gross pay, earnings, tax, and deductions data
Create and update payroll deductions and contributions
Unified API
The Industry's Preferred Unified API Partner
Leading payroll systems like Gusto partner with Finch to reach more developers and expand their marketplace.Finch is the only unified API partner officially approved by Gusto.
“Our partnership with Finch creates a new way for developers to integrate with Gusto”
By supporting more integrated experiences, we can solve real pain points for our customers, allowing them to better care for their teams.
Andy Toung
Chief Strategy Officer
Gusto
Investors, Advisors, and Partners
Questions to ask when comparing unified APIs
Can this unified API get me the data I care about?
Not every unified API will be able to offer the data you need, even if they support the integration. We suggest compiling a list of crucial providers and data fields, and then closely examining field support documentation to ensure proper coverage.
How quickly can they add new providers I request?
If a unified API accepts new integration requests, make sure to ask for details. How often are requests added to the roadmap? How soon can you expect to connect an employer? With Finch Assist, requested integrations can be added (in beta) in just 7 days.
Can I write changes back to the payroll systems?
Merge claims to have write capabilities but today, Finch is the only unified API that can create and manage payroll deductions programmatically.
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