ADP vs Rippling
Detailed comparison to help you choose the right tool for your needs
Quick Comparison
Rating
4.1
vs4.8
Starting Price
$79
vs$8
Pricing Model
paid
vspaid
Feature
ADP
Rippling
Payroll processing
Tax filing
Benefits admin
Time tracking
HR management
Compliance
Payroll
Benefits
Device management
App provisioning
Workflow automation
Global employment
ADP Pros
- Massive scale and reliability
- Comprehensive compliance and tax expertise
- Processes payroll for millions of workers
- Strong benefits administration
- Available for all company sizes
- Decades of payroll expertise
ADP Cons
- Dated user interface
- Customer service frequently criticized
- Contracts can be difficult to exit
- Pricing lacks transparency
- Nickel-and-dime approach to add-ons
- Implementation can be painful
Rippling Pros
- Unifies HR IT and finance in one system
- Automated onboarding across all systems
- Device management is genuinely unique
- Global payroll in 50+ countries
- Powerful workflow automation engine
- Fast-growing with frequent feature releases
Rippling Cons
- Opaque pricing with must talk to sales
- Can be complex to set up
- Modular pricing means costs add up
- Younger company with less track record
- Customer support mixed reviews
- Some modules less mature than specialized tools