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Human Interest vs Guideline

Human Interest beats Guideline.

Your employees deserve more than a one-size-fits-all 401(k). Human Interest makes it easy to start the right plan. And as your business grows, our flexible plans and competitive pricing help ensure your 401(k) is an asset, not a burden.

1. The displayed ratings are current as of 8/15/25 and reflect Human Interest scores from Better Business Bureau (4.6/A+), Google (4.3), QuickBooks (4.4), and G2 (4.3), alongside Guideline's scores from Better Business Bureau (1.0/NR), Google (3.9), QuickBooks (3.8), and G2 (4.5). Ratings fluctuate in real-time. Ratings are primarily based on client testimonials, which are unique to individual experiences and may not represent typical results. Past success does not guarantee future performance. Human Interest actively solicited reviews across these platforms and offered nominal non-cash compensation. Human Interest offered nominal cash compensation (gift cards) for reviews on G2 (3/3/25-3/28/25), with a higher value for non-anonymous testimonials. While BBB reviews were solicited, no compensation was provided. Solicitation and compensation can influence reviews favorably. BBB ratings are determined by factors beyond customer reviews. For detailed methodologies and full disclosures, please see our full disclosures.

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What sets us apart

We set a new standard for 401(k) providers

  • Easy Administration: Spend minutes per month, not hours Human Interest syncs employee data and automates payroll contributions across 600+ payroll providers. we handle setup, data sync, and automatic loan/distribution approvals so you don't take on a second job.11
  • Dedicated Service: Get a dedicated, named Account Manager who knows your plan inside and out, backed by U.S.-based support and an industry-first Customer Experience Guarantee with financial compensation if we miss service standards.4
  • Simple Pricing: Enjoy clear, flat monthly pricing with $0 in transaction fees for employers (plan amendments, Form 5500 prep) and employees (loans, distributions, rollovers), backed by a first-of-its-kind Price Match Guarantee.8
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Why 47,000+ businesses trust us12

Testimonials may be solicited for nominal non-cash compensation. Active solicitation and non-cash compensation makes a client more likely to portray Human Interest favorably. Testimonials may not be representative of the experience of others and past success does not guarantee future results.

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Disclosures

    • 1

    The displayed ratings are current as of 8/15/25 and reflect Human Interest scores from Better Business Bureau (4.6/A+), Google (4.3), QuickBooks (4.4), and G2 (4.3), alongside Guideline's scores from Better Business Bureau (1.0/NR), Google (3.9), QuickBooks (3.8), and G2 (4.5). Ratings fluctuate in real-time. Ratings are primarily based on client testimonials, which are unique to individual experiences and may not represent typical results. Past success does not guarantee future performance. Human Interest actively solicited reviews across these platforms and offered nominal non-cash compensation. Human Interest offered nominal cash compensation (gift cards) for reviews on G2 (3/3/25-3/28/25), with a higher value for non-anonymous testimonials. While BBB reviews were solicited, no compensation was provided. Solicitation and compensation can influence reviews favorably. BBB ratings are determined by factors beyond customer reviews. For detailed methodologies and full disclosures, please see our full disclosures.

    • 2

    Human Interest internal calculations as of 9/25/24.

    • 3

    Guideline’s website indicates this time is based on “internal statistics as of 12/2023”.

    • 4

    See terms and conditions.

    • 5

    3% cash back is available to eligible individuals making the median household income of $60,000 or less in gross income and contributing at least 8% of every paycheck to an eligible Human Interest plan over a 12-month period. Must submit a claim form to claim the award. Minimum award is $100 and max is $250. Additional requirements apply. See terms and conditions. This program is administered and offered by Human Interest, and Human Interest’s asset-based fees will increase if you participate in this program. If Human Interest’s wholly owned subsidiary and registered investment adviser, Human Interest Advisors LLC (“HIA”), provides services to the Plan, HIA’s asset-based fees will also increase if you participate in this program.

    • 6

    3(21) clients can select from a universe of over 3,000 funds, while 3(38) clients are limited to the funds available on our 3(38) fund menu.

    • 7

    401(k) Investment Funds. https://www.guideline.com/funds

    • 8

    Applies to all transaction types. For non-rollover distributions, shipping and handling fees may apply to requests for check issuance and delivery.

    • 9

    3(16) fiduciary services reserved for Concierge & Complete pricing plans. Subject to our Terms of Service.

    • 10

    401(k) Pricing, Costs & Fees. https://guideline.com/pricing

    • 11

    Actual time spent on monthly plan administration may differ. Human Interest internal data as of February 28, 2025. Calculations are based on customer information, including 50 hours of 401(k) administration management per year and one hour of payroll management per pay cycle.